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When someone else uses your name without your consent, you are the victim of identity theft and may benefit from the services of an identity theft attorney. There are many types of identity theft: financial identity theft occurs when someone uses your name and social security number to make purchases; criminal identity theft occurs when someone gets arrested and gives your name as theirs; identity cloning occurs when someone pretends to be you; and commercial identity theft occurs when someone uses your business' name and reputation to get credit. Identity theft is not always easy to detect, nor is it easy to stop. An identity theft fraud lawyer will recognize the signs when a theft has taken place, and know best how to help you get your identity back.
An identity theft attorney will work to hold the thief responsible, recover financial losses, and repair damages you have experienced as a result. If someone is using your name to open accounts and make purchases, you may need a consumers’ rights attorney. They can recognize these signs and work with your bank and the credit cards to save you money and your reputation.
The No. 1 cause of identity fraud is not from online identity theft, but from the old-fashioned burglary of your wallet, purse, and other personal identification. If you suspect someone has stolen your identity, contact an identity theft attorney.
Privacy law is typically associated with an individual's right to privacy and control over his or her likeness, but may also deal with corporate matters.
Consumer protection refers to the laws and agencies that protect consumers from things like unfair competition, dangerous products, and deceptive advertising.
Computer fraud refers to a wide range of crimes committed with the help of the internet or a computer, such as financial fraud, identity theft, and data theft.
Credit card fraud refers to transactions where the card is used without the cardholder's consent. This type of fraud is commonly associated with identity theft.