| Volume 30 Number 3 |
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The People’s Lawyer’s Tip of the Day
If you have reason to believe your personal information has been compromised and you may become a victim of identity theft, put in a fraud alert with the credit bureau. Federal law requires that the credit bureau keep this alert on your file for 90 days. Want to learn more about preventing identity theft? Click here for more.
Tech Tips for the Basic Computer User
Want to learn a few basic computer tips? Find out cool technical tips, how to avoid scams, how to stream line your everyday computer usage, and how completely delete old files. Click here for more.
Identity Theft Enforcement and Restitution Act of 2008
President Bush has signed a new law giving greater rights to identity theft victims. "The Identity Theft Enforcement and Restitution Act of 2008," Public Law No. 110-326, gives consumers the ability to seek restitution for the loss of time and money spent restoring credit and remedying the harms of identity theft. Click here for more.
Financial Bailout Passes
Certainly, you've heard about the financial "bailout" that has occupied congress over the past weeks. On Friday, the House passed a plan with the hope of alleviating the pain of the financial sector. What does the plan include? What will it do for you? Click here for more.
Your Money
Do you want to save some money? Want to know how much to put away each month? Whether you want to save to purchase a new car, or a new kitchen sink, this savings calculator will help you plan. Click here for more.
For the Lawyers
A bank can be sued for identity theft prosecution. A New Jersey appellate court has held that a bank can be sued for failing to conduct a reasonable investigation before initiating a criminal complaint against an identity theft victim. Click here for more.