New York has the sixth highest per-capita incidence of identity theft in the country; learn how to protect yourself or what to do if identity theft occurs. For even more information, type ‘identity theft’ into the Help Wanted Interactive search box to your right for additional resources related to:
• Identity Theft Restitution
• Identity Theft and Domestic Violence
• Identity Theft and Children
• Identity Theft and Fraud Alerts/Security Freezes
• Protecting Your Social Security Number
• Identity Theft Information for Members of Our Armed Forces
Dan Bazile on Protecting Your Passwords
Read this list of scams to watch out for, as identified by the New York State Consumer Protection Board (CPB).
Listen: Dan Bazile on Online Employment Scams
File a complaint with the New York State Office of the Attorney General here. The Attorney General’s office handles complaints on a wide variety of issues, from Lemon Law violations with automobiles to discrimination to more general consumer complaints. Explore this page to best determine how to move forward with your complaint.
Meet a young single mother who moved beyond feeling ‘stuck’ by exploring a career in carpentry with the help of her local One Stop Career Center. Also, we’ll introduce you to a saleswoman who’s changing directions after 26 years at the same company with the help of a job search support group. Also, we examine the foreclosure boom in New York City and how to make sure you avoid foreclosure scams.
We introduce you to an experienced pharmaceutical engineer who has been searching for work in his crowded field. Also, some employers who are hiring discuss what they look for in a pool of job applicants. Plus, we explore the value of internships. In addition, learn how to apply for specific government positions by taking the civil service exam. Lastly, learn to avoid classified ad scams.
New jobs are needed for economic recovery, and many of those new jobs may be created by small businesses. We’ll meet a small business owner creating new jobs in New York and examine the growth of new jobs from small businesses with Bill Brigham of SUNY-Albany’s Small Business Development Center. Also, learn to avoid scams with the Better Business Bureau and the Consumer Protection Board.
A bad economy creates a world of opportunities for scammers who feed on desperation. We’ll discuss how to protect yourself from being duped, and what to do if you believe you have been the victim of a scam, with experts from the New York State Better Business Bureau, the New York State Consumer Protection Board and Christine Durst, a nationally-recognized Internet fraud specialist.
After getting divorced, Jennifer was left with a daughter to raise and a mountain of debt. We’ll explore how Jennifer straightened out her finances and repaired her credit score with the help of financial advisers. Also, we catch up with some professionals who are learning new skills in order to land a new job, and we’ll expose an Internet scam targeting those seeking unemployment insurance. Plus, we present some helpful tips for filling out an online job application.
The recession presents those who have recently graduated from college with a tough job market, and many are finding that a Bachelor’s degree isn’t yielding desirable employment. We’ll introduce you to one such graduate. Also, those seeking a career change may be interested in learning more about training opportunities. Plus, we’ll dissect a phishing scam targeting those who utilize online banking.
Meet a woman pursuing a third degree in hopes of landing a new job and a former chemist returning to work after raising her family. Our expert interview offers insight into an organization that helps women transition back into the workplace. Also, learn about how your local One Stop Career Center can help you. Plus, we’ll also go over resume format, and let you know how to avoid diploma scams.
The Federal Trade Commission is the only authorized source to get your free annual credit report under federal law. Other outfits offering credit reports may or may not be legitimate.
Learn potential ‘rip-off lines’ that may be used by disreputable contractors and other warning signs of unethical contractors. In addition, check your contractor out before the work begins; use this resource to find a list of judgments and complaints against contractors in your area.
Read about what to do if your child has been a victim of identity theft, as well as steps you can take to prevent your child from becoming a victim of identity theft.
Important information on protecting your child from identity theft, as well as what to do if you believe that your child’s information has been used fraudulently.
See sample letters to the three major credit reporting agencies for examples of how you can request a security freeze on your credit report.
Understand how to protect your social security number in the marketplace and at work.
Understand the difference between a fraud alert and a security freeze.
This worksheet includes a list of entities you may wish to contact if you are in the process of rectifying identity theft and reclaiming your good name.
Use this form to document expenses that were the result of identity theft for restitution and/or insurance purposes.
Learn how to spot and fight illegal debt collection tactics and know the consumer safeguards that are in place by law.
File a complaint here if you believe you have been the victim of an Internet scam.
Dan Bazile on Phishing Scams
By law, all workers in New York State must be paid a minimum of $7.25. Learn more here.
See information on responding to identity theft for members of our armed forces.
It is not uncommon for a scammer to pose as a deceased person to avoid legal or financial obligations or problems; learn how to protect the name of your loved one.
Learn about common scams targeting military service members and how to protect yourself and your family.
Learn about questions you should ask a potential contractor and take a look at a sample building contract.
The New York State Department of Labor offers information for workers on a wide array of topics related to employment law, labor standards, prevailing wage/public work, safety and health.
If you work more than 40 hours a week, you should get extra pay for the extra time you are working. Overtime laws apply to all workers. Click here for more information, or call 1-888-525-2267 to ask about filing a claim.
