I am/was a client at La Weight Loss center in Duluth, MN and they suddenly closed giving me a 3 day notice, which I got through another client. They did give me information to be able to contact a counselor by phone, fax, or email, none of which has worked. On this program I was to get 1/2 of my initial fee back, a 1/4 at 26 weeks of maintenance and the other 1/4 at the completion of maintenance. I did receive the first refund, but I am still in the second portion of maintenance with no way to contact a counselor to complete my program. Thus not allowing me to receive my final refund which is over the amount of $150.00. Please help me to resolve this issue. If not resolved properly I will be going to the Better Business Bureau.

My daughter cancelled her program the same day she enrolled, she paid 389.00 dollars of her hard earned money. She regretted joining, she made a big mistake. Her bills are her first priority, and had to think twice about spending this much money. Now no one seems interested in helping her get her money back. I called and asked for the corp. number and was spoken to very rudely. There is no way these people want to reimburse her. Is this the way everyone is treated? Is there anyone out there that can help us?

I received a letter from LA Weight Loss stating they were closing down and I should come in to pick up my remaining product and file for a refund. I tried calling the center numerous times before the closing date of Jan 4th, and stopped by on 3 separate occasions only to find the doors locked/lights out. These were all during normal business hours. I could not for the life of me figure out when they were going to be open so I could get my remaining product - I tried calling the main customer service number (only to get a fast busy signal), I emailed, and I called my center... No luck.

They really made it difficult for clients to cash in what they had left during those last weeks... I think the only way I would have gotten anything would have been if I had camped out! Every lunch break / after work drive by I made they were closed... When were they even open?? 1am when no one is around?? Come on now... Makes me think they had no intentions of giving out product at all to begin with if they made it so hard for customers to track them down... Good luck getting a refund! :/

I currently go to LA Weight Loss here in Charlotte, NC. I am not sure if this particular branch is corporately owned or not but I will find out tomorrow and submit an update. It was because of this site that I learned of closings and then further looked into the situation at hand. What an ugly picture this has turn out to be.

I've had a few mishaps with the center I am currently waltzing into 3 days a week. Sadly, few know much about nutrition here and they operate much like a robot, scripted on que. Don't blame them, it was a sales position not a nutritional counselor job applied for on career builder. Keep that in mind. Remember, if you can't help, don't hurt. I learned not to take it out on the counselors because they are just as deceived as the clients are in most cases but not all. However, to those who know what is truly going on and still work there, I have absolutely no respect for you whatsoever. Money is the root of all evil. Greed is currently winning this race but it won't stand up in the long haul. The universe is watching! To sum up my experience would be to pay attention to what is said to you. There's truth in lies.

I was browsing tonight and thought to go to the BBB. I am not sure when this information was submitted but it's there for all to see! and I quote, 'A company spokesman has informed the Bureau that all corporately owned locations will close effective 1/4/2008. Consumers may pick up refund applications and LA Lites orders at any location. Consumers who need additional information may call customer service at:

877-524-3571.

or email: [email protected]

I have been reading prior postings that Pure Weight Loss and LA Weight Loss are two different companies. To set the record straight for those who either don't do their homework or make a hobby out of guessing, this BBB report 'clearly' states that, 'This Business Operates under the Names: LA Weight Loss Centers and Pure Weight Loss'. These are mere wings of truth to set you free of distorted perceptions you harbor in your mind.

Here you will find the url for the BBB on this company. dc.bbb.org/report.html?national=Y&compid=23001399

If the above link happens to not show up for one reason or another, simply type in bbb.org. You will find all the necessary information you need to better assist you in your next plan of action. As consumers, it will be our voice that will matter to Attorney Generals and the news media. Don't be afraid to stand up for your rights and in standing up, you will also be the voice for many. It's in our hands to seek justice. The time is now so act accordingly. The clock is ticking as is universal justice swiftly at work.

I trust this information will hold value to those of you who are on a mission. Uphold the obligation you have to yourself - BE TRUE!