by Steven Weisman, Esq. | Jan 17, 2012 | Computer / Technology Scams, Scam of the day
Skimmers are small devices that can read a credit or debit card and capture the information on the card for scam artists. They may be installed on an ATM or a gas pump or any other device into which you directly swipe your credit card or debit card. They may also be...
by Steven Weisman, Esq. | Jan 17, 2012 | Scam of the day
Using an ATM is a very convenient way to access your bank account. Unfortunately, it is also a very convenient way for scam artists to access your bank account as well, often with your assistance. The primary way ATM’s are compromised is through the use of a small...
by Steven Weisman, Esq. | Jan 17, 2012 | Computer / Technology Scams, Identity Theft, Scam of the day
Social Security like all complex federal programs is ripe for scammers taking advantage of people’s confusion. Whether it is someone contacting you by telephone purporting to be from the Social Security Administration to confirm your Social Security number and your...
by Steven Weisman, Esq. | Jan 17, 2012 | Scam of the day, Student Scams
A College degree can help you land a good job, but a phony diploma from an organization granting worthless college degrees that require you to do little, if any academic work, but gives you large credit for your “life experience” is just a diploma mill that can, in...
by Steven Weisman, Esq. | Jan 17, 2012 | Charity Scams, Investment Scams, Scam of the day, Senior Scams
Year in and year out, lottery and contest scams are some of the most lucrative scams for conmen. You may be told that you have won a large lottery or contest. To further gain your confidence, you may even be told that the contest or lottery has been approved by the...
