Don't get scammed after a disaster
"It's really pretty dangerous out there," California fire victims say ...
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After disasters, people are especially vulnerable to scams. Here's how to protect yourself
Here are some ways to protect yourself from identity theft and scams, especially after disasters: — The FTC online at IdentityTheft.gov or call (877) 438-4338. The FTC will provide you with an ...
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Proposed legislation aims to stop looting, impersonating emergency workers during disasters
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman, L.A. County Sheriff Robert Luna and lawmakers are expected to announce legislation they are proposing to toughen laws against looting and ...
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Four ways to avoid scams after a weather-related disaster
Whenever severe weather strikes — blizzards, heavy winds, or the recent devastating fires in Los Angeles — you can bet scammers are following the news to target people affected. So, how do you protect ...
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Disaster scamming: How to protect yourself from theft after floods, wildfires
Here are some ways to protect yourself from identity theft and scams, especially after disasters: — The FTC online at IdentityTheft.gov or call 1-877-438-4338. The FTC will provide you with an ...
Fast Company27d
How to protect yourself from scams after a disaster
In 2023 alone, roughly 1 million people reported identity theft, 2.6 million people reported fraud, and 1.9 million reported other types of scams to the FTC. Here are some ways to protect yourself ...
Los Angeles Times22d
After disasters, people are especially vulnerable to scams. Here’s how to protect yourself
Here are some ways to protect yourself from identity theft and scams, especially after disasters: — The FTC online at IdentityTheft.gov or call (877) 438-4338. The FTC will provide you with an ...
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After disasters, people are especially vulnerable to scams. Here's how to protect yourself
Here are some ways to protect yourself from identity theft and scams, especially after disasters: — The FTC online at IdentityTheft.gov or call 1-877-438-4338. The FTC will provide you with an ...