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Trade Secret of a Scammer: Using Your Driver’s License

Because your driver’s license is a key form of identification, it may be a ripe target for identity thieves.

2/23/2012

Spiritual Advisor or Scam Artist?

In certain cultures, spiritual advisors and healers are trusted individuals who provide helpful guidance to others.

2/23/2012

Recent Legal Action

Gabbard Cars, Inc. (Medina County): A judge ordered Gabbard Cars to pay more than $68,000 for failing to transfer vehicle titles properly and mishandling consumers' payments. In the March 9 judgment, the judge agreed with Attorney General Cordray that the auto dealer's actions violated Ohio's Consumer Sales Practices Act and Title Defect Rescission Act.

4/15/2009

Join Us for National Consumer Protection Week

With so many consumers living on the brink of financial crisis, National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), March 4-10, 2012, aims to help consumers make informed financial decisions through a coordinated consumer education campaign.

2/23/2012