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 | 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 | Investment Scams, Scam of the day
In desperate times people often let their guard down, which provides a lethal combination for scammers offering loans to people even if they have poor credit. You may get a solicitation for the loan through an email or you may even see it in legitimate media, but you...
by Steven Weisman, Esq. | Jan 16, 2012 | Investment Scams, Scam of the day, Senior Scams, Student Scams
You may receive an email or letter informing you that there are billions of dollars of unclaimed or abandoned money being held by the states and federal government and that some of that money is yours. For a fee, the person or company contacting you will assist you...
