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Plain Language Guidance
Medical Identity Theft: FAQs for Health Care Providers and Health Plans
Date
Although identity theft is usually associated with financial transactions, it also happens in the context of medical care. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), medical identity theft...
File
Data Business Solutions Inc., also d/b/a Internet Listing Service Corp., et al.; FTC
Type of Action
Federal
Last Updated
FTC Matter/File Number
072-3038
Plain Language Guidance
Peer-to-Peer File Sharing: A Guide for Business
Date
Most businesses collect and store sensitive information about their employees and customers, like Social Security numbers, credit card and account information, and medical and other personal data...
File
Apr29
FTC Free Workshops for Businesses: Protecting Personal Information Fighting Fraud with the Red Flags Rule
Free workshop in New York City on Wednesday, April 29, 2009 9:30 am - 1:00 pm Protecting Personal Information: Best Practices for Business 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Fighting Fraud with the Red Flags Rule...
9163-7710 Quebec, Inc., also d/b/a Enterprise Who's Who, et al.
Type of Action
Federal
Last Updated
FTC Matter/File Number
082 3167
Monster Worldwide, Inc.
Date
Matter Number
082 3017
File
Closing Letter to Timothy C. Blank, Dechert, LLP
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Dec10
Security in Numbers: SSNs and ID Theft
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The FTC hosted a public workshop, "Security in Numbers: SSNs and ID Theft," to explore the uses of Social Security numbers in the private sector and the role of SSNs in identity theft. This workshop...
Plain Language Guidance
Slip Showing? Federal Law Requires All Businesses to Truncate Credit Card Information on Receipts
Date
Federal Law Requires All Businesses to Truncate Credit Card Information on Receipts What’s on the credit and debit card receipts you give your customers? The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the nation...
Plain Language Guidance
Avoid Fake-Degree Burns By Researching Academic Credentials
Date
If you’re a hiring manager or human resources professional, chances are you review applications and resumes from people who want to work for your organization or who want to be promoted. Some...
Imperial Palace, Inc., et al., US
Type of Action
Federal
Last Updated
FTC Matter/File Number
0323050
Altmeyer Home Stores, Inc., In the Matter of
Type of Action
Administrative
Last Updated
FTC Matter/File Number
962 3063
Docket Number
C-3816
Aldi Inc., In the Matter of
Type of Action
Administrative
Last Updated
FTC Matter/File Number
962 3064
Docket Number
C-3764
Bruno's, Inc., In the Matter of
Type of Action
Administrative
Last Updated
FTC Matter/File Number
962 3086
Docket Number
C-3760
Business Blog
A job scam that college students – and your HR team – need to know about
Date
If you’ll be seeing college-age relatives over the holidays, warn them about a variation on the “job interview” scam that students looking for summer or permanent employment have reported to us. And...
Business Blog
FTC lawsuit insists on FCRA compliance and transparency from background report providers
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Advertising keywords are the carnival barkers of the internet. Their job is to shout, “Me, me, me, me, me!” to people searching online for a product or service. If successful, they’ll get prospective...
Business Blog
Job scammers go even lower in the way they “hire”
Date
You’ve heard about scammers impersonating government agencies, global retailers, and even members of your family. The latest variation on the scheme targets business professionals, luring them in with...
Business Blog
FTC policy statement: Established consumer protection and competition principles apply to gig companies
Date
Whether you’re a gig worker, work at a business that relies on gig workers, or enjoy the benefits of their labor, the FTC just announced a policy statement about the gig economy that merits your...
Business Blog
Businesses: Phishing scheme targets unemployment benefits, PII
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Have you or one of your employees received an alarming text message about unemployment insurance benefits from what seems to be your state workforce agency? You’re not alone. Identity thieves are...
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