Identity Theft Protection is No Guarantee (KYW News Radio 1060)
A consumer group has issued a warning about those 'identity theft protection' services that claim to keep your personal information safe.
Audi Has Some Commercial Fun At Lexus' Expense and Agent 00J Thinks It Is Brilliant! (Auto Spies)
The advertising firm working for Audi should be applauded for the in your face approach they have taken in bringing the Audi message to the masses.
Scammers trying to cash in on stimulus (Chicago Sun-Times)
Don't be so quick to bite at that stimulus-related deal coming your way, warns Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan. Scams claiming to help consumers cash in on President Obama's stimulus plan are on the rise, she said Tuesday.
Illinois attorney general warns of stimulus scams (The Champaign News-Gazette)
CHICAGO – Attorney General Lisa Madigan is warning consumers not to fall victim to scams claiming to help them cash in on a piece of President Obama's stimulus plan. "In a time when we are all watching our wallets, it is important consumers remain vigilant," Madigan said. "No matter how authentic these solicitations may seem, they are more likely than not a scam. I strongly encourage consumers ...
FTC unveils ads for free (really) credit reports (The Philadelphia Inquirer)
If you watch television, chances are you've seen the catchy commercials for FreeCreditReport.com, in which hapless young victims of identity theft sulk around in beat-up old cars, or get stuck wearing pirate costumes in cheesy restaurants, as a consequence of ignoring their credit records.
