Identity Theft Legal Guides (27 found)

Written by Jon Mitchell Jackson
The Federal Trade Commission reports that in 2004, there were 246,570 complaints of identity theft, up from 1,380 in 1999. The annual losses are estimated to be more than $47.6 billion.
Posted in Identity Theft about 1 year ago. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Sonya A Smith-Valentine
If you are a victim of identity theft, take the following steps as soon as possible. Keep a record with the details of your conversations and copies of all correspondence.
2 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted in Identity Theft 8 months ago.

Written by Lu Ann Trevino
Identity theft can be devastating so, you must act quickly when you learn it has happened to you. These simple steps are the best first steps to take if it happens to you.
Posted in Identity Theft 10 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Christopher Francis Morales
If you have been a victim of identity theft, you aren’t alone. Currently, identity theft in the United States costs consumers and corporations $50 billion per year. It can be demoralizing and frustrating, but there are steps you can take to help put the pieces back together.
2 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Identity Theft 8 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Christopher Francis Morales
Each year, almost 9 million Americans become victims of identity theft. On average, it takes each victim 175 hours and $800 to resolve the problems resulting from stolen identity, not to mention the worry and distress of not knowing if your identification is safe.
1 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted in Identity Theft 8 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Sonya A Smith-Valentine
When someone else uses your name, social security number, or other personal information to commit fraud, it is called identity theft. Rebuilding good credit in the aftermath of identity theft can take months or even years. You can reduce your chances of identity theft by taking a few simple steps.
11 of 13 users found this helpful. Posted in Identity Theft 8 months ago.

Written by Annette L Goudy
There are 5 common areas of Identity Theft. The FTC calls identity theft an epidemic and there is nothing we can do to stop it. The FBI calls identity theft “Financial Cancer”. Other financial experts believe identity theft will grow 20-fold in next few years. What is it, and what can you do?
Posted in Identity Theft 8 months ago.

Written by Danialle Riggins
Identity theft can occur anywhere and at anytime. Victims of this crime have been attacked in their homes, workplaces, banks, and public places. Where can a person be safe? Safety comes from your actions not from locks or locations. Do not become a “horror story” from identity theft.
0 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Identity Theft 6 months ago. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Identity theft in a recession is more prevalent than ever. When personal information is stolen and used without your knowledge to commit fraud or other crimes the financial hardship and consequence can be staggering. Some individuals incur financial costs that can range to many thousands of dollars.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Identity Theft about 1 month ago. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Keith James Keogh
5 Steps to take if you are a victim of identity theft.
Posted in Identity Theft 2 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Identity theft is on the rise. Millions of Americans became victims of identity theft last year. The resulting losses amounted to tens of billions of dollars. This simple three-step guide suggests how to cut down the risk of identity theft.
Posted in Identity Theft 18 days ago.

Written by Avvo Staff
If you are a victim of identity theft, immediately notify your creditors and close any compromised accounts. Protect yourself by filing a police report and placing a fraud alert on your credit report.
Posted about 1 year ago.

Written by Philip L Faccenda
Identity theft occurs when your personal information (such as name, Social Security number, credit card numbers or bank account numbers) is used by another person to conceal crimes or get credit fraudulently. There are several important steps to take if you are the victim of identity theft.
Posted 10 months ago.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Identity theft is on the rise. Millions of Americans became victims of identity theft last year. The resulting losses amounted to tens of billions of dollars. This simple three-step guide suggests how to cut down the risk of identity theft.
6 of 6 users found this helpful. Posted in Fraud 7 months ago.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
There are some regular methods that unsavory hackers use to lure computer users into providing information that leads to identity theft. This is a simple guide on the definitions about three such methods.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Privacy 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Here are some helpful hints to follow for when you get those high pressure sales calls on the telephone.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Business 4 months ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
This guide offers some guidance on how people can protect their personal details and financial information.
Posted in Internet 3 months ago.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
This guide offers guidance regarding how credit card holders can protect their personal details and financial information.
Posted in Internet about 1 month ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
The number of identity thefts by way of social network sites is on a drastic rise. This guide suggests ways to avoid those cyberthieves that are targeting increasingly popular social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter that provide a gold mine of personal information.
Posted in Internet about 1 month ago. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Lu Ann Trevino
Your check book is valuable to a thief even if there is no money in the bank. If your check book has been stolen, there are some necessary steps to be taken as soon as possible to protect yourself
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted in Identity Theft 10 months ago.