Fraud, Identity Theft, and Unethical Business Practices
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If you cannot afford the filing fee or other court costs, you may qualify to have these fees and costs waived by the court.
As an employee you have the right to file a complaint about workplace and health saftey.
If you experienced illegal treatment from a business or seen illegal activity such a price gouging, you are able to file a complaint.
Experiencing a problem with a financial product or service? Such as loans, debt, money transfers or credit. File a complaint with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
If you have been a victim of a scam or fraud you have a right to file a complaint to the federal trade commission.
This website allows you to report idenity theft and helps set up a recovery plan.
This section will give you general guidelines for how to best prepare yourself for court.
How do prepaid phone cards work? Where can I buy a card? Common fees and charges. Avoiding fraud.
State offices, district attorneys (DA), and government regulators.
How to clean up if you're a victim of ID theft or fraud.
Expectations can be written, spoken, or presumed.
Up to 99% of domestic violence victims experience economic abuse during an abusive relationship, and finances are often cited as the biggest barrier to leaving an abusive relationship. This resource describes what economic abuse is and what to do about it.
It takes a little patience and knowledge of the dispute settlement procedures provided by the Fair Credit Billing Act (FCBA).
What to do when your identity has been stolen and used.
Find out how to replace vital documents, such as birth certificates, Social Security cards, and more. 1) Replace Lost or Stolen Identification (ID) Cards; 2) Vital Records Documents Issued in the United States; 3) How to Replace Your Lost or Destroyed Vital Documents; 4) Get a Copy of Your Birth Certificate; 5) Request a Replacement Marriage Certificate; 6) Request a Certified Copy of a Death Certificate Divorce Decrees and Certificates
This guide offers suggestions to help you get results when you have a problem with the purchase of goods or services. It explains the proper way to make a complaint, and also discusses using government agencies, consumer groups, lawyers and small claims court. A sample complaint letter and a list of compliant-handling agencies are included.
Signs of fraud, tips for avoiding scams, and how to fight back.
A freeze generally stops all access to your credit report, while a fraud alert permits creditors to get your report as long as they take steps to verify your identity.
Once you"ve decided to take your grievance about an attorney to the State Bar, you need to file an attorney complaint form.
Asset Management, Bank Accounts, Consumer Loans, Credit Scores, Credit Cards, Insurance, Mortgages, and Regulations.
What to do when your provider sneaks in fees to your bill.
Negotiation, alternative dispute resolution, mediation, litigation, and arbitration.
This guidebook is designed to help victims of financial abuse navigate the system so that if there is a chance for restitution that opportunity won"t be missed.
"Slamming" is when your long distance service is switched without your permission.
When a salesperson appears at your home and pitches their sale to you.
Your home; adjusters and contractors; when picking a contractor; when you get your settlement; creditors, bills and budgeting; and watch out for fraud.
The free arbitration process when the car has serious issues.
Questions to ask. How to cut remittance costs.
Financial abuse, such as exploitation and fraud.
Recognizing, preventing, and dealing with fraud.
Put your name on the registry, what you should expect when you register, and how to deal with unwanted telemarketing calls.
You may be eligible for reimbursement if your lawyer has stolen from you.
Scammers don't actually own the homes they try to rent out to you. Identify them and make a report if you've been scammed.
Complaints within the board's jurisdiction involve failure of a licensed contractor to fulfill the terms of an agreement.
"Lemons": Cars with serious problems after you bought it.
You can also call at 877-FTC-HELP.
A guide to avoiding contractor scams and contacting the CSLB.
Seniors: Protect yourself from fraud and financial abuse! Be vigilant, be observant. Physical or financial abuse will continue so long as no one knows about it. Listed below are our Top 10 Safety Tips to always keep in mind.
Have you received a letter informing you that your personal information may have gotten into the wrong hands?
This booklet is designed to explain your rights and responsibilities as an air traveler.
Job scammers promise to help you if you pay them.
Information about fraudulent foreclosure rescue scams and where to find help.