by Steven Weisman, Esq. | Apr 15, 2021 | Scam of the day
If you ever needed further proof of the total lack of empathy of scammers, this scam provides it. Earlier this week the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced a program by which it will pay up to $9,000 for funeral expenses of people who died from the...
by Steven Weisman, Esq. | Mar 24, 2019 | Scam of the day
Natural disasters bring out the best in people who want to donate to charities to help the victims. Unfortunately natural disasters such as the floods going on now in the Midwest also bring out the worst in scammers who are quick to take advantage of the generosity...
by Steven Weisman, Esq. | Oct 28, 2012 | Scam of the day, Site Related
It is expected that within the next couple of days, Hurricane Sandy will hit the United States and early estimates put the cost of damage at more than 15 billion dollars. Much of the East Coast of the United States and inland states as far west as Ohio are predicted...
by Steven Weisman, Esq. | Aug 31, 2012 | Scam of the day, Site Related
Scammers and identity thieves are always there to take advantage of every natural disaster and Hurricane Isaac which has wreaked havoc in the Gulf coast will be no exception. Scammers and identity thieves will prey upon the victims of the storm, claiming to be...
by Steven Weisman, Esq. | Jul 3, 2012 | Scam of the day, Site Related
With the recent damage caused by Tropical Storm Debbie and the Colorado wildfires, you can expect to see scammers following in the wake of these disasters with scams to further victimize the people who have been harmed by these natural disasters. Some scams will be...
