Consumer advocates call for reclaims from illegal energy prices!

Consumer advocates call for reclaims from illegal energy prices!

Laimgrubengasse 10, 1060 Wien, Österreich - On December 13, 2024, the focus is on the consumer protection association (VSV), which in a current statement vigorously demanded that the coalition parties integrate measures to regulate the energy sector in the new government program. The chairwoman of the VSV, Daniela Holzinger, is critical of the increased energy costs, some of which are considered invalid and were supported by state subsidies. These price increases, which are due to illegal practices, must now be reclaimed by the state, according to the VSV. Holzinger demands direct support from the customer: on the inside, regardless of the large energy groups, to finally ensure transparency and fairness.

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In the negotiations of the political parties, the VSV will play a central role with its new legitimation for association lawsuits, especially in the area of ​​energy supply. The association is aiming to give consumers: to give a voice inside and to fight for clearer structures in dealing with energy prices. The VSV has not only established itself as a representation of consumers, but also for larger legal disputes, including lawsuits against the state. The association was founded by the consumer law expert Peter Kolba and has dealt intensively with cases such as the VW Dieselskandal and the Covid-19 pandemy since its foundation in 2018, which gave it international attention, such as de.wikipedia.org reported.

The VSV is known for its tireless work on behalf of the consumer interests and has taken legal steps in numerous cases in order to do justice to injured persons. The members of the association finance themselves through contributions and do not receive government support or financing by companies. This strengthens their independence and enables them to continue to defend consumers' rights and to obtain justice through collective action and process financing. In particular, developments in the energy sector will now be under observation, since Holzinger and the VSV are pushing to comprehensive changes to help the citizens: on the inside.