Wetherington Law Firm Investigating Class Action Against Predatory Booting Companies in Texas

PRESS RELEASE — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Firm Seeks Drivers Harmed by Illegal Vehicle Booting to Join Investigation

Dallas, TX — September 9, 2025 — Wetherington Law Firm is actively investigating a potential class action lawsuit on behalf of Texas drivers who were unlawfully booted by private booting operators. Our investigation focuses on companies that may have violated the Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 2308, and related Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) rules governing nonconsensual booting and towing.

The firm is gathering evidence from drivers across Texas who were immobilized without proper signage, overcharged beyond legal limits, or pressured into unlawful cash-only payments. Once sufficient evidence is assembled, the firm intends to file a class action seeking refunds of booting fees, compensation for related losses, and court orders stopping these predatory practices.

Who May Be Included in the Proposed Class

Our proposed class action seeks to represent:

All persons in Texas who, on or after January 1, 2020, paid boot removal fees or related charges to a private booting operator under circumstances that violated Texas Occupations Code Chapter 2308 or TDLR booting regulations.

The Court will ultimately decide the exact class definition after the lawsuit is filed.

Texas Booting Laws at a Glance

Texas law is unusually specific about when and how private vehicles may be booted. Under Occupations Code Chapter 2308, booting is only legal if:

• The property posts clear, TDLR-compliant signs at every lot entrance stating vehicles may be booted.
• The booting company is licensed by TDLR as a booting operator.
• The boot removal fee does not exceed the maximum set by state law (currently capped at $75 statewide).
• The company accepts cash, debit, or credit card payments, with no unlawful surcharges.
• A TDLR-licensed booting technician installs and removes the boot.
• The operator removes the boot within one hour of payment.

Violations of these rules can make a booting incident unlawful and open the company up to civil liability.

Why We Are Investigating

Despite clear laws, reports from Texas drivers show that many booting companies allegedly:

• Boot cars on properties without legally required signage.
• Charge boot removal fees above the $75 statutory maximum.
• Refuse to accept credit or debit cards, demanding cash only.
• Delay for hours before removing boots, even after payment.
• Operate without a valid TDLR booting license.
• Use intimidation or harassment when drivers question their rights.

These practices not only violate state law but may also constitute unfair or deceptive trade practices, giving drivers the right to recover damages.

Legal Claims Under Review

The anticipated lawsuit is expected to assert claims including:

• Violations of Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 2308 (Vehicle Towing and Booting Act).
• Violations of TDLR Booting Regulations.
• Texas Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA).
• Unjust Enrichment and Conversion for wrongfully taking money or holding vehicles hostage.
• Injunctive Relief to require companies to comply with Texas booting laws and regulations.

If successful, these claims may entitle drivers to recover full refunds, statutory damages, treble damages under the DTPA, and attorneys’ fees.

Potential Defendants

While the lawsuit has not yet been filed, Wetherington Law Firm is investigating multiple Texas-based booting operators. Many have been the subject of:

• TDLR disciplinary actions,
• consumer complaints,
• and local news investigations highlighting predatory booting practices in cities such as Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio.

Once filed, the lawsuit will identify the operators and property owners shown by evidence to be responsible.

How to Participate in Texas Booting Class Action

Drivers who were booted in Texas may be entitled to compensation. To join our investigation:

1. Contact Wetherington Law Firm at (404) 888-4444 or submit your information through our secure website form.
2. Provide documentation — including boot removal receipts, photos of signage (or lack thereof), payment records, and any communication with the booting company.
3. Share details — such as the date, location, company name, and the amount you paid.

There is no cost to participate. If the case is filed as a class action, Wetherington Law Firm expects to handle it on a contingency basis, meaning you will not owe attorneys’ fees unless we secure a recovery.

About Wetherington Law Firm

Wetherington Law Firm represents individuals and classes in complex litigation nationwide, including consumer protection, predatory practices, and illegal towing and booting cases. Our attorneys have successfully challenged abusive corporate behavior in multiple states and are 

Statement from Counsel

“Texas law is clear: booting companies cannot charge more than $75, must be licensed, and must follow strict rules to protect drivers,” said Matt Wetherington, founding partner at Wetherington Law Firm. “Yet many companies ignore these rules, leaving drivers stranded, embarrassed, and financially exploited. We are investigating to put an end to these practices and recover money for Texans who were taken advantage of.”

Disclaimer

This announcement is an investigation notice. No lawsuit has yet been filed. Wetherington Law Firm is gathering information and client experiences in preparation for filing. The practices described are allegations under investigation and not yet proven in court.