Wetherington Law Firm Investigating Class Action Against Predatory Booting Operators in North Carolina

PRESS RELEASE — FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Firm Seeks Drivers Harmed by Illegal Booting and Towing Practices to Join Investigation Ahead of Filing

Raleigh, NC — September 9, 2025 — Wetherington Law Firm announced today that it is actively investigating potential class action litigation on behalf of drivers who have been subjected to allegedly unlawful wheel-booting and towing practices across North Carolina. The firm is gathering evidence, reviewing client accounts, and preparing claims to be filed in court against operators who may have violated state law by immobilizing vehicles without proper authority, charging excessive fees, or using deceptive collection practices.

The proposed class action, once filed, is expected to challenge the practices of companies that engage in predatory booting and towing. The case will likely seek restitution of fees, compensation for economic and non-economic harms, and a court order halting illegal conduct. The firm anticipates asserting claims under North Carolina’s booting and towing statutes as well as the state’s Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices Act.

Who May Be Included in the Proposed Class

Wetherington Law Firm is investigating claims on behalf of:

All persons in the State of North Carolina who, since at least January 1, 2020, have paid boot removal, towing, or storage fees after their vehicle was immobilized or towed by a private operator under circumstances that may have violated North Carolina law.

This definition may be refined once the lawsuit is filed and certified by the Court.

Why We Are Investigating

Our booting attorneys have received reports and reviewed investigations showing that some booting and towing companies in North Carolina have allegedly:

• Booted vehicles in parking lots without posting required signage.
• Operated without valid state permits.
• Demanded excessive, hidden, or cash-only payments.
• Booted vehicles in ways specifically prohibited by law, including commercial trucks and occupied vehicles.
• Escalated fees through improper towing and storage charges.

These practices, if proven, violate North Carolina’s recently reformed laws on nonconsensual booting and towing as well as the state’s consumer protection statutes.

Legal Theories Under Review

The anticipated lawsuit is expected to include:

• Violations of NC’s nonconsensual booting and towing statutes.
• Unfair and Deceptive Trade Practices (G.S. § 75-1.1).
• Conversion and Unjust Enrichment for wrongfully withholding vehicles and money.
• Injunctive Relief requiring compliance with the law and ending predatory practices.

Treble damages and attorneys’ fees may also be sought where authorized.

Potential Defendants

While no lawsuit has yet been filed, Wetherington Law Firm is reviewing evidence regarding specific operators that have been the subject of repeated consumer complaints, media investigations, or government scrutiny. These include well-known booting and towing companies in the Charlotte area and other regions of North Carolina. Once claims are formally filed, the complaint will name companies and property owners that evidence shows were involved in unlawful practices.

How to Get Involved

Drivers who believe they were unfairly booted or towed in North Carolina are encouraged to come forward now. By participating in this investigation, you help strengthen the case for filing and increase the chances of meaningful recovery and reform.

Here’s what to do:

1. Contact Wetherington Law Firm at (404) 888-4444 or through our website contact form.
2. Provide documentation — including photos, receipts, booting notices, payment confirmations, and any communications with the company.
3. Share your story — tell us when, where, and how your vehicle was booted or towed and how much you paid.

There is no cost to you to participate in this investigation. If a class action is filed, we expect to handle the case on a contingency basis, meaning you pay nothing unless we recover compensation.

About Wetherington Law Firm

Wetherington Law Firm is a consumer protection and litigation firm with deep experience representing individuals and classes against predatory practices. Our attorneys have handled complex consumer matters across multiple states, including unlawful towing, unfair debt collection, and deceptive trade practices. We are committed to protecting North Carolina drivers and holding booting companies accountable.

Statement from Counsel

“We believe drivers in North Carolina deserve protection from predatory booting and towing practices,” said Matt Wetherington, founding partner at Wetherington Law Firm. “Our firm is gathering stories, evidence, and documentation from across the state to prepare a strong case. If you were booted unfairly or charged excessive fees, now is the time to come forward.”

Disclaimer

This announcement is for informational purposes only. No lawsuit has yet been filed. Wetherington Law Firm is in the process of investigating claims and gathering potential class members. The allegations described are under investigation and not yet proven in court. Any lawsuit filed will name specific defendants and outline claims in detail, subject to court approval.