Monthly Archives: December 2009

What One Top Ten Identity Theft State is Doing About It

Lisa Carey asked: Consumers are not the only ones concerned about and taking steps to protect against identity theft. Many states are taking important steps to protect their residents. A few of these steps include stiffer penalties, imposing sanctions and … Continue reading

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How To Protect Your Credit Against Fraud & ID Theft

Suzy Vanstrusen asked: ght (c) 2009 Suzy VanstrusenConsumers are constantly reminded to keep on guard against identity theft and fraud. If you suspect identity theft, you can place your report on fraud alert. This way, when someone tries to open … Continue reading

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ID Theft 2.0: Surge of Unemployed, Uninsured Give Rise to Health Insurance Fraud

Michael Brewer asked: It all started with credit cards.Remembering your PIN number in the check-out line was that industry’s Hail Mary Pass to cut losses from fraudulent purchases back in the mid-80s. Fingerprint and retinal scans were developed by the … Continue reading

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Identity Theft Lawyers Guide

Keith Londrie asked: “Good people do not need laws to tell them to act responsibly, while bad people will find a way around the laws.” Plato.Identity theft, one of the fastest growing crimes in America, is a federal crime under … Continue reading

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Identity Theft Alert!

Syd Tash asked: The risk of identity (ID) theft has been with us for a long time. With our high-tech toys like computers, smart phones and bank machines, keeping your private, sensitive information, well, private, has become more complicated. In … Continue reading

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