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April 6, 2020 1:12 PM
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[VIDEO] Scammers In Kentucky Stage Drive-Thru Coronavirus Testing And Charge $240!

[VIDEO] Scammers In Kentucky Stage Drive-Thru Coronavirus Testing And Charge $240! | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Even in the worst times individuals will still try to get over on people needing help. These scam artist set up tents and tried to stage a coronavirus testing area.
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March 30, 2020 4:47 AM
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Feb 26 | Navigating the Maze of Aging: Legal, Financial & Health Tools

Feb 26 | Navigating the Maze of Aging: Legal, Financial & Health Tools | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Wednesday February 26 2020: Artis Senior Living of Reading presents an important and informative presentation by Certified Elder Law Attorney...

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March 26, 2020 2:26 PM
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Medical Malpractice Lawyer: Information that can help you

Medical Malpractice Lawyer: Information that can help you | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Medical Malpractice is when the actions of a health care provider fall below the standard of care. How do you as a patient find out if you have a claim?
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March 26, 2020 2:23 PM
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Hiring A Personal Injury Law Firm: Things You Should Know About

Hiring A Personal Injury Law Firm: Things You Should Know About | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
If you have sustained injuries due to the negligence of a third party and seeking for compensation, consider to consult with a personal injury attosrney.
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March 22, 2020 6:42 AM
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Coronavirus Scams: What the FTC is doing | FTC

Coronavirus Scams: What the FTC is doing | FTC | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
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Rescooped by Dennis Swender from Avoid Internet Scams and ripoffs
March 18, 2020 4:03 PM
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How to Protect Yourself From Real Estate Scams

How to Protect Yourself From Real Estate Scams | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
The F.B.I. says real estate transactions are a growing target of wire fraud. Here are some ways to fight back.

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Rescooped by Dennis Swender from Avoid Internet Scams and ripoffs
March 18, 2020 4:02 PM
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Car hire scams: Beware of false damage claims by rental companies

Car hire scams: Beware of false damage claims by rental companies | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
This has happened to me three times in the past 12 months. Three times, from the same rental outlet.

Via Peter Mellow
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March 18, 2020 4:01 PM
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Charging your phone using a public USB port? Beware of 'juice jacking'

Charging your phone using a public USB port? Beware of 'juice jacking' | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
You're at the airport, or on the bus, and your phone's low on juice so you plug into a nearby USB port. But you could be getting more than a power boost - some ports are booby-trapped with malware.

Via Peter Mellow
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March 18, 2020 3:59 PM
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Revealed: fake 'traders' allegedly prey on victims in global investment scam

Revealed: fake 'traders' allegedly prey on victims in global investment scam | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Suspected fraudsters lure investors with fake ads featuring celebrities such as Gordon Ramsay

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March 8, 2020 11:35 PM
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Amazon selling expired food: here's what's being done to stop it

Amazon selling expired food: here's what's being done to stop it | Calls for Action | Scoop.it

4 months after CNBC first reported the problem, a new analysis found Amazon's sellers are still shipping expired food, even as regulation begins to catch up.

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January 27, 2020 4:35 AM
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Public Access to Court Electronic Records

Public Access to Court Electronic Records | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
The PACER service provides on-line access to U.S. Appellate, District, and Bankruptcy court records and documents nationwide. The PACER Service Center is the Federal Judiciary's centralized registration, billing, and technical support center for PACER.
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January 27, 2020 3:53 AM
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Check out your investment professional:  Investor.gov / U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

Check out your investment professional:  Investor.gov / U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
It's a great first step toward protecting your money. Learn about an investment professional's background, registration status, and more.  Includes "Required Minimum Distribution Calculator" to determine how much you are required by IRS regulations to withdraw from your retirement fund at various ages.
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Good site to check backgrounds of individuals and companies selling investments to see if they are registered professionals and to confirm their identities.  Investment products include stocks, bonds, mutual funds, variable annuities.
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January 10, 2020 12:58 PM
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Funraisin - Limitless online event fundraising for nonprofits

Funraisin - Limitless online event fundraising for nonprofits | Calls for Action | Scoop.it

Advanced fundraising software to fuel your nonprofit's growth and build deeper relationships.


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April 1, 2020 11:53 AM
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How to Get Cash Back for Canceled Flights Due to Coronavirus (2020)

How to Get Cash Back for Canceled Flights Due to Coronavirus (2020) | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Airlines are making it more difficult to get a refund for flights canceled during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Follow these tips to get your money back.
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March 26, 2020 2:27 PM
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What Is Personal Injury Settlement: Myths Vs. Reality?

What Is Personal Injury Settlement: Myths Vs. Reality? | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
There are many myths that surround personal injury. Many people hesitate to pursue a lawsuit. Some of the myths that may slow your decision to take legal action are here.
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March 26, 2020 2:24 PM
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The Process and Length of Medical Malpractice Suits

The Process and Length of Medical Malpractice Suits | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
If you are contemplating filing a medical malpractice case you will probably have loads of questions ready to ask your attorney including how long does a malpractice case take? What is the process? How much are medical malpractice lawsuit settlements worth?
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March 22, 2020 6:43 AM
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Online security tips for working from home | FTC

Online security tips for working from home | FTC | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Teleworking during the Coronavirus outbreak?
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Rescooped by Dennis Swender from Avoid Internet Scams and ripoffs
March 19, 2020 3:15 PM
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How scammers are exploiting coronavirus fears

How scammers are exploiting coronavirus fears | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
CNN's John Avlon shows how bad actors are exploiting novel coronavirus fears with scams and conspiracy theories, and offers advice on how to stay smart during the pandemic.

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Rescooped by Dennis Swender from Avoid Internet Scams and ripoffs
March 18, 2020 4:03 PM
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Built on Sand: The Get-Rich-Quick Scams of 1920s Florida

Built on Sand: The Get-Rich-Quick Scams of 1920s Florida | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Christopher Knowlton’s “Bubble in the Sun” tells a story of fortunes made and lost in Florida real estate.

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March 18, 2020 4:01 PM
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Barbara Hinckley was swindled out of $18,000. The town rallied and got her money back.

Barbara Hinckley was swindled out of $18,000. The town rallied and got her money back. | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
A grateful Barbara Hinckley has a message for others who have fallen victim to scam artists: "Don’t be embarrassed or ashamed — tell somebody."

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Rescooped by Dennis Swender from Avoid Internet Scams and ripoffs
March 18, 2020 4:00 PM
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Six grand and a Rolex: lure of riches sucked me into online fraud

Six grand and a Rolex: lure of riches sucked me into online fraud | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
As hacking gangs use more and more young fixers for their internet scams, one 18-year-old reveals how he and his friends made a fortune

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March 18, 2020 2:38 PM
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Tips to Get a Refund on Non-Refundable Airfare (March 2020)

Tips to Get a Refund on Non-Refundable Airfare (March 2020) | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
Most airlines charge hefty change/cancellation fees on non-refundable airfares, but there are a few ways to get a refund on a non-refundable ticket – here’s how.
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February 10, 2020 2:43 AM
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Top 5 Impactful Digital Marketing Scams You Need To Avoid in 2020

Top 5 Impactful Digital Marketing Scams You Need To Avoid in 2020 | Calls for Action | Scoop.it

A brand we’ve had the privilege of working closely with began selling only offline through a brick and mortar store. They had ambitious plans of selling online,


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January 27, 2020 4:01 AM
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A vibrant market is at its best when it works for everyone. | FINRA.org

A vibrant market is at its best when it works for everyone. | FINRA.org | Calls for Action | Scoop.it
To protect investors and ensure the market’s integrity, FINRA is a government-authorized not-for-profit organization that oversees U.S. broker-dealers.  Includes Securities Helpline for Seniors, Whistleblower Tip Line, Office of the Ombudsman, Investor Complaint Center.
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January 21, 2020 5:48 AM
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Key retail trends to transform the future of retail in 2020

Key retail trends to transform the future of retail in 2020 | Calls for Action | Scoop.it

"Machine learning, augmented reality, robotic process automation, and omnichannel shopping as the key retail trends in 2020 ..."


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