COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KKTV) – Identity theft, online scams, and taxpayer fraud happens far too often, and sadly hits many people across the country. The IRS and state tax agencies are working together to help safeguard your personal information from hackers. Phishing scams, are one of the ways criminals can […]
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Creating an Online Social Security Account and More Expert Tips for Protecting Your Identity
Retirement / Social Security xijian / Getty Images It’s a fact of life — if you use social media or online banking, or have ever bought something online, you’ve shared your personal information across the digital world. Apps actively track your online presence, preferences and purchases, your geographic location and […]
Family Law Marketing Tips and Social Media Presence Strategies
There’s much more to it than meets the eye regarding family law. Family law attorneys need to have strong negotiation skills and be able to mediate between warring spouses. First and foremost, family law is all about helping families through difficult times. This might include divorce, child custody, or adoption […]
Identity Theft: How to Keep Your Social Security Number Safe From Fraud
Money / Financial Planning Kameleon007 / iStock.com Your Social Security number (SSN) is one of the most important pieces of personal information you have. Not only does your unique nine-digit number enable you to receive benefits from the Social Security Agency (SSA), but it’s also required when applying for jobs […]
SEO, Social Media, Other Marketing Tactics for Lawyers and Firms
Whether you’re a personal injury attorney, a criminal defense lawyer, a family law office, or anything in between, you offer a valuable service to your clients and community. And while the demand for legal services is high, attracting new clients isn’t always easy. Competition in the market can make it […]
Protect Your Social Security Benefits From ID Thieves At Any Age
getty Social Security benefits are a favorite target of identity thieves. Today’s thieves are more sophisticated than their predecessors who would go down streets and pull Social Security checks from mailboxes. Today’s thieves have a variety of techniques using email, fake web sites, and telephone calls. The scams will escalate […]
Social Security Protection: How Simple Maintenance Tasks Can Ward Off ID Theft
Retirement / Social Security Monkey Business Images / Shutterstock.com Identity theft is a problem for everyone, but the risk increases the closer you get to retirement age and start collecting Social Security benefits. These benefits are a favorite target for identity thieves, which means it’s important to take steps ahead […]
Former Everett Man Indicted on Wire Fraud, Social Security Misuse and Identity Theft | USAO-MA
BOSTON – A former Everett man was indicted today on identity theft and fraud charges in connection with schemes to fraudulently obtain an apartment and pandemic-related relief funds from the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program made available under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security […]