The Web sites listed below are sponsored by the
U.S. Government, associations, or nonprofit organizations.
| Better
Business Bureau Alerts |
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| The Council
of Better Business Bureaus (CBBB) posts warnings to notify
consumers and businesses about recently discovered, fraudulent
business scams, as well as help resolve buyer/seller complaints
against a business, including mediation and arbitration services.
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| Coalition
Against Insurance Fraud |
The Coalition Against Insurance Fraud
is the only national organization dedicated exclusively to fighting
insurance fraud through public advocacy and public education.
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| Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) |
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Confused over your telephone bill?
You're not alone. Consumer confusion has significantly contributed
to the growth of slamming, cramming, and other types of telecommunications
fraud. Contact the FCC to learn how to avoid those unwanted
telephone solicitations or to report other abusive techniques. |
| Housing
and Urban Development |
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Federal laws
and regulations protect you from discrimination, fraud, and
unscrupulous practices in buying and renting a home. Don't be
a victim of people who may profit at your expense. Know your
rights! HUD's Hotline 1-800-347-3735 |
| Internet
Fraud Complaint Center (IFCC) |
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Provides victims of Internet fraud
a convenient, easy-to-use reporting mechanism that alerts authorities
of a suspected criminal or civil violation. The IFCC is a partnership
between the FBI and the National White Collar Crime Center.
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| "Internet
Fraud: How To Avoid Internet Investment Scams" |
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This site discusses internet fraud
and gives tips for investment fraud prevention. |
| Medicare
Fraud and Abuse |
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Medicare is taking strong action
to combat fraud and abuse in key areas. Their goal is to make
sure Medicare only does business with legitimate providers and
suppliers who will provide Medicare beneficiaries with high
quality services. |
| National
Check Fraud Center |
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(Official Web Site) The National
Check Fraud Center provides check fraud information and takes
reports from victims of check fraud crimes. Topics covered include
counterfeit checks, forgery, check fraud, and bank fraud. |
| National
Fraud Information Center |
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(Official Web Site) This comprehensive
site covers all areas of fraud. use this site to report or learn
about fraudulent products, services, and companies. The National
Fraud Information Center was begun in 1992 by the National Consumers
League to fight telemarketing and internet fraud. |
| National
Health Care Anti-Fraud Association |
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(Official Web Site) That National
Health Care Anti-Fraud Association is an issue-based organization
responsible for the detection, investigation, prosecution, and
prevention of health care fraud. |
| Securities
and Exchange Commission |
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The SEC provides information on
how to invest your hard-earned dollars wisely and keep an eye
out for investment scams. To learn more about how to avoid costly
mistakes and fraud, read the SEC's "Investor Alerts." |
