Alan Grochowski, Sr.: The TCPA Plaintiff Continuing the Fight Against QuoteWizard’s Lead-Generation Practices
Alan Grochowski, Sr. is a TCPA class action plaintiff who filed suit against QuoteWizard.com, LLC, the same company that previously paid millions to resolve major TCPA-related claims involving unsolicited communications and disputed consent practices.
Unlike many controversial TCPA plaintiffs discussed in defense-side commentary, Grochowski does not appear to be a high-volume filer, professional plaintiff, or manufactured-claim operator. Instead, he presents as a Florida consumer who allegedly received unwanted prerecorded calls and text messages despite his number being listed on the National Do Not Call Registry (DNCR).
The lawsuit, Grochowski v. QuoteWizard.com, LLC, was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida in 2024. The case seeks class-wide relief for consumers who allegedly received similar communications without proper consent.
The litigation has attracted attention because it extends the scrutiny already facing QuoteWizard following earlier TCPA litigation, including the high-profile Mantha v. QuoteWizard.com case. The lawsuit also reflects a broader shift in modern TCPA litigation away from highly technical autodialer disputes and toward prerecorded voice claims, National Do Not Call Registry violations, and consent verification failures.
Who Is Alan Grochowski, Sr.?
Alan Grochowski, Sr. is a Florida resident serving as the proposed class representative in the lawsuit against QuoteWizard.com, LLC.
Publicly available information suggests that Grochowski is associated with one significant TCPA lawsuit involving allegedly unwanted telemarketing communications. Unlike serial litigators who file dozens of cases across multiple jurisdictions, Grochowski does not appear connected to high-volume litigation activity or manufactured claim allegations.
There are no publicly known allegations involving fake identities, deceptive consent-generation tactics, or fraud counterclaims connected to Grochowski. Instead, the lawsuit reflects the type of consumer complaint the TCPA was originally designed to address: a consumer allegedly receiving unwanted marketing communications without proper consent.
The Case: Grochowski v. QuoteWizard.com, LLC
The lawsuit was filed in the Southern District of Florida under Case No. 9:24-cv-80379.
According to the complaint, Grochowski alleges that QuoteWizard contacted him using prerecorded calls and marketing-related text communications despite his number being listed on the National Do Not Call Registry.
The lawsuit focuses primarily on two legal theories:
- National Do Not Call Registry violations
- Prerecorded telemarketing communications allegedly sent without valid prior express written consent
Grochowski seeks to represent consumers who allegedly received similar communications from or on behalf of QuoteWizard.
The Core Allegations
The complaint alleges that QuoteWizard engaged in unlawful telemarketing activity through prerecorded communications and potentially defective consent practices tied to lead-generation systems.
According to the allegations, Grochowski never provided legally sufficient consent authorizing the communications he received. The lawsuit also challenges whether consent obtained through third-party lead vendors can legally satisfy TCPA requirements.
The litigation places significant focus on:
- Repeated solicitations to numbers listed on the National Do Not Call Registry
- Alleged prerecorded marketing calls
- Lead-generation consent systems
- Third-party vendor practices
- Automated conversational messaging tools
A major issue throughout the case is whether businesses purchasing leads remain independently responsible for verifying consent before initiating marketing communications.
The “Drips” Platform and Conversational SMS Marketing
One of the more important issues in the litigation involves the “Drips” platform, a conversational SMS marketing system allegedly connected to some of the communications at issue.
Grochowski’s position reportedly argues that conversational-style marketing messages may still qualify as automated telemarketing communications regulated by the TCPA, even when they appear personalized or human-like.
This reflects a broader trend in modern TCPA litigation following the Supreme Court’s Facebook v. Duguid decision. Many plaintiffs now focus less on highly technical autodialer arguments and more on:
- Prerecorded voice content
- National Do Not Call Registry violations
- Consent disclosure language
- Automated marketing workflows
- Text-message marketing systems
As a result, businesses increasingly face scrutiny over how consent is obtained, stored, and verified across multiple marketing vendors.
The Proposed Classes
Grochowski seeks certification of multiple consumer classes connected to the alleged communications.
The proposed litigation classes generally involve:
- Consumers who allegedly received prerecorded marketing calls from or on behalf of QuoteWizard
- Consumers whose phone numbers were listed on the National Do Not Call Registry for at least 31 days before receiving multiple telemarketing solicitations
If class certification is granted, potential exposure could become substantial because TCPA damages are calculated on a per-call or per-message basis.
The Florida Jurisdictional Ruling
One of the earliest significant rulings in the case involved personal jurisdiction.
The court reportedly dismissed certain non-Florida plaintiffs while allowing Grochowski’s Florida-based claims to proceed. Although the ruling narrowed the geographic scope of the case, the core TCPA allegations survived.
The decision reflects the growing importance of jurisdictional limitations in nationwide TCPA class actions following recent Supreme Court precedent restricting expansive litigation theories.
Connection to the Mantha Litigation
The Grochowski litigation is closely connected to the earlier Mantha v. QuoteWizard.com, LLC litigation, one of the most significant consent-related TCPA cases involving purchased leads and lead-generation systems.
The earlier litigation challenged whether QuoteWizard could rely on third-party vendors and purchased-consent records to establish lawful consent for telemarketing communications.
That litigation ultimately resulted in substantial settlements and increased scrutiny surrounding:
- Purchased lead practices
- Third-party consent vendors
- Consent verification systems
- Lead-generation accountability
Many of the legal themes present in Mantha also appear throughout the Grochowski litigation.
The Lead-Generation Problem
At the center of the case is a major issue affecting the broader lead-generation industry: whether companies purchasing consumer leads can safely rely on outside vendors to establish TCPA consent.
Grochowski’s lawsuit argues that purchasing a lead does not automatically create lawful telemarketing consent.
The case reflects increasing judicial skepticism toward blanket reliance on vendor-provided consent records, especially when consumers deny ever authorizing communications.
Businesses using lead-generation systems now face increasing pressure to:
- Independently verify consent
- Maintain detailed consent records
- Audit vendor compliance procedures
- Preserve opt-in documentation
- Monitor prerecorded marketing systems carefully
Potential Financial Exposure
Under the TCPA, plaintiffs may seek statutory damages for each unlawful communication.
Standard TCPA violations can result in damages of $500 per violation, while alleged willful violations may result in enhanced damages of up to $1,500 per communication.
In class actions involving large-scale marketing campaigns, exposure can potentially reach millions of dollars depending on the number of calls or messages involved.
The Grochowski litigation therefore presents ongoing financial and compliance risks for businesses relying heavily on telemarketing and purchased-lead systems.
Why the Case Matters
The lawsuit has become important because it highlights several major trends shaping modern TCPA litigation.
First, it demonstrates the continuing legal risks associated with purchased leads and third-party consent systems.
Second, it reflects the growing importance of National Do Not Call Registry claims and prerecorded voice allegations after courts narrowed certain autodialer theories.
Third, the litigation shows that conversational SMS systems and “human-like” automated marketing platforms may still face TCPA scrutiny when valid written consent is lacking.
Finally, the case reinforces that earlier settlements do not necessarily shield companies from future litigation involving ongoing marketing practices.
How Grochowski Differs From Serial TCPA Litigators
A major distinction repeatedly noted in commentary surrounding the case is the difference between Grochowski and controversial serial litigators discussed elsewhere in TCPA litigation coverage.
Grochowski does not appear connected to:
- High-volume lawsuit filing
- Fake identities
- Manufactured telemarketing interactions
- Fraud counterclaims
- Organized litigation schemes
- Deceptive consent-generation tactics
Instead, the case presents the image of a consumer plaintiff alleging genuinely unwanted telemarketing communications.
That distinction is increasingly important because courts and defense attorneys frequently distinguish ordinary consumer plaintiffs from professional litigants accused of exploiting statutory damages systems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Alan Grochowski, Sr.?
Alan Grochowski, Sr. is a Florida consumer who filed a TCPA class action lawsuit against QuoteWizard.com, LLC alleging unlawful prerecorded calls and National Do Not Call Registry violations.
Is Alan Grochowski a serial litigator?
No. Publicly available information suggests he is associated with one major TCPA lawsuit rather than repeated high-volume litigation activity.
What is the lawsuit about?
The case alleges that QuoteWizard used prerecorded communications and telemarketing practices without proper consent.
What is the National Do Not Call Registry?
The National Do Not Call Registry is a federal system allowing consumers to opt out of many telemarketing calls.
What is the “Drips” platform?
Drips is a conversational SMS marketing platform discussed in the litigation regarding automated marketing communications.
What damages are being sought?
The lawsuit seeks statutory damages, enhanced damages for alleged willful violations, injunctive relief, and class-wide remedies.
Final Thoughts
Alan Grochowski, Sr.’s lawsuit against QuoteWizard represents another major challenge to modern lead-generation and telemarketing practices.
Unlike controversial serial TCPA litigators accused of manufactured claims or deceptive tactics, Grochowski appears to fit the traditional consumer-protection model envisioned by the TCPA: a consumer allegedly receiving unwanted telemarketing communications and seeking relief under federal law.
The litigation also reflects broader changes occurring throughout the telemarketing industry. Companies increasingly face scrutiny over:
- Purchased leads
- Consent verification systems
- Conversational SMS technology
- Prerecorded voice campaigns
- National Do Not Call Registry compliance
- Vendor oversight procedures
As TCPA litigation continues evolving beyond narrow autodialer disputes, cases like Grochowski v. QuoteWizard.com may help shape how courts evaluate consent, prerecorded messaging systems, and lead-generation accountability moving forward.
Sources & References
Primary Sources — Alan Grochowski Litigation
https://tcpaworld.com/2024/01/03/new-year-new-quotewizard-tcpa-class-action/
https://dockets.justia.com/docket/florida/flsdce/9:2024cv80379/665864
https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/68201866/grochowski-v-quotewizardcom-llc/
Related QuoteWizard Litigation
https://www.classaction.org/media/mantha-et-al-v-quotewizardcom-llc-settlement.pdf
https://tcpaworld.com/2022/02/22/no-defense-court-refuses-to-credit-purchased-leads-as-valid-consent-what-does-that-mean-for-the-lead-gen-industry/
https://tcpablog.com/2020/district-of-massachusetts-grants-dismissal-of-threadbare-atds-claims/
https://www.courtlistener.com/docket/16318143/mantha-v-quotewizardcom-llc/
Disclaimer
This article is based on publicly available court filings, legal commentary, judicial rulings, and media reporting. Alan Grochowski, Sr. is not characterized herein as a serial litigator or professional plaintiff. Allegations discussed remain subject to ongoing litigation and judicial determination. This article is provided solely for informational and educational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.
