{"id":918561,"date":"2026-10-03T02:46:08","date_gmt":"2026-10-03T02:46:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/918561\/"},"modified":"2026-10-03T02:46:08","modified_gmt":"2026-10-03T02:46:08","slug":"brampton-fake-electrician-scam-homeowners-duped-by-phony-rebates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/918561\/","title":{"rendered":"Brampton Fake Electrician Scam: Homeowners Duped by Phony Rebates"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"text-lg leading-relaxed text-neutral-700\">Peel Regional Police have recently concluded &#8216;Project Circuit Breaker,&#8217; an investigation that led to the arrest of Rahyl Hassan, a 39-year-old man from Brampton. Hassan is alleged to have operated two electrical contracting businesses, Strak Holdings Inc. and Raytar Holdings Inc., which reportedly failed to comply with provincial licensing and safety regulations. The investigation, initiated by a complaint from the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA), uncovered a scheme where Hassan allegedly misrepresented himself as a licensed electrical contractor to homeowners across the Greater Toronto Area.<\/p>\n<p class=\"type-eyebrow text-gold mb-3\">Call or email a lawyer now<\/p>\n<p>Need to enforce or defend a legal claim?<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-slate-300 leading-relaxed mb-5\">Civil litigation, contract disputes, debt recovery. Call or email for a free strategy consult.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ullaw.ca\/practice\/litigation-law\" class=\"mt-4 inline-flex items-center gap-1.5 text-sm text-slate-300 hover:text-white underline-offset-4 hover:underline\" data-news-cta=\"inline_practice\" data-cta-target=\"https:\/\/www.ullaw.ca\/practice\/litigation-law\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Discuss your litigation case<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"text-xs text-slate-400 mt-4\">Free, confidential. No upfront fees on personal injury matters.<\/p>\n<p>Your Rights and Options<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-slate-700 leading-relaxed type-body\">Ontario consumers have a right to expect honesty and professionalism from contractors they hire. If you&#8217;ve been a victim of a fraudulent scheme involving home services, you may have legal avenues to pursue compensation for damages, financial losses, and the cost of rectifying substandard work. Under the Consumer Protection Act, 2002, consumers are protected from unfair business practices, including false, misleading, or deceptive representations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-slate-700 leading-relaxed type-body\">This legislation allows consumers to seek remedies for such breaches, including contract cancellation or restitution. It&#8217;s crucial to gather all documentation related to the work, communications, and any payments made.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-2xl md:text-3xl font-light font-heading tracking-hero mb-4\" style=\"color: white !important;\">How UL Lawyers Can Help<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-slate-300 leading-relaxed mb-6\">Dealing with the aftermath of a fraudulent contractor can be incredibly stressful and financially draining. Our legal team at UL Lawyers understands these challenges and is here to help Ontario residents navigate complex legal issues like this. We can review your case, help you understand your rights under consumer protection laws, and explore your options for recovering losses. If you&#8217;ve been affected by a similar scam, contact us for a free consultation to discuss how we can assist you in holding those responsible accountable.<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-slate-300 leading-relaxed mb-6\">If you&#8217;ve been affected by a fraudulent contractor or have concerns about a home renovation scam, don&#8217;t hesitate to reach out for a free consultation to understand your legal options.<\/p>\n<p class=\"type-eyebrow text-gold mb-3\">Before you close this page<\/p>\n<p>Ready to talk it through?<\/p>\n<p class=\"text-slate-300 leading-relaxed mb-6\">Call 905-744-8888 or email info@ullaw.ca. Free, confidential. We respond within 1 business day.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ullaw.ca\/practice\/litigation-law\" class=\"mt-4 inline-flex items-center gap-1.5 text-sm text-slate-300 hover:text-white underline-offset-4 hover:underline\" data-news-cta=\"end_practice\" data-cta-target=\"https:\/\/www.ullaw.ca\/practice\/litigation-law\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Discuss your litigation case<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"text-xs text-slate-400 mt-4\">Free, confidential consultation. 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