Nathen W. Barton
Overview
Nathen W. Barton is a Washington State–based TCPA plaintiff known for filing lawsuits involving alleged violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). His cases typically focus on telemarketing calls, robocalls, and unsolicited promotional text messages made without prior consumer consent.
Barton has been referenced in legal commentary and court filings as a frequent litigant, having filed numerous TCPA lawsuits across federal and small-claims courts. His litigation activity has also been discussed on platforms covering TCPA compliance and case law developments.
Personal Information
- Name: Nathen W. Barton
- Location: Washington State, United States
- Known For: TCPA litigation involving robocalls and telemarketing communications
Litigation Background
Court records and legal commentary indicate that Barton’s cases commonly involve:
- Robocalls made using automated dialing systems
- Unsolicited marketing text messages
- Alleged violations of Do Not Call (DNC) regulations
- Disputes regarding consumer consent
Some legal sources suggest that Barton monitored telemarketing activity using specific phone numbers or devices to collect evidence for potential litigation.
Known Court Cases
Barton v. Leadpoint, Inc.
- Court: U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
- Issue: Alleged unsolicited marketing text messages in violation of the TCPA
- Outcome: Case dismissed; appellate court reversed a fee award imposed on Barton
Barton v. Serve All Help All Inc.
- Court: U.S. District Court – Western District of Washington
- Issue: Alleged robocalls made without prior consent
- Outcome: Court denied motion to dismiss, allowing the case to proceed
Barton v. Allstate Insurance Co.
- Court: U.S. District Court – Western District of Washington
- Issue: Alleged TCPA violations related to insurance marketing calls
- Outcome: Claims against one defendant dismissed due to procedural issues
Courts Involved
- U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit
- U.S. District Court – Western District of Washington
- Federal and small-claims courts handling TCPA litigation
Litigation Pattern
- Robocalls and automated dialing systems
- Telemarketing and promotional messaging
- Do Not Call (DNC) violations
- Consent-related disputes