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Scams and Frauds
Here are some of the latest Scams, Frauds, and Consumer Abuse items in the news.

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Health - Housing - Money - Small Business - Travel - And more...

A Cautionary Tale - Staged Auto Accident Fraud - Don't Let it

Consider this scenario: You’re stuck in heavy traffic on a busy highway. Another car cuts off the driver in front of you, forcing him to slam on the brakes. You try to stop, but there’s no time...and you rear-end the guy in front of you. An everyday accident? Not this time. Turns out you’ve been had by a well-organized criminal ring that staged the entire thing. Read more...

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