(Phoenix, Ariz. – Dec. 7, 2010) While the holiday season is typically a time for giving, it is seen less charitably by criminals engaged in consumer scams. Here are few helpful tips to avoid becoming a victim to charity and fundraising fraud: (1) Never give on impulse or give into high-pressure requests for contributions or [...]
(Phoenix, Ariz. – Oct. 7, 2010) Attorney General Terry Goddard is warning Arizonans to be wary of unsolicited contractors coming to your door and offering help with repairs or clean-up related to this week’s strong storms across Arizona. “From the tornadoes that touched down around Flagstaff to the golf ball-size hail that fell in parts [...]
(Phoenix, Ariz. – July 16, 2010) Attorney General Terry Goddard today warned consumers about credit and debit card “skimming” which has become increasingly prevalent in Arizona in recent months. Skimming involves the use of an inconspicuous electronic device that thieves can install on gas pumps or bank ATMs. Essentially, these small devices record your credit [...]
(Phoenix, Ariz. – May 25, 2010) Attorney General Terry Goddard today reminded consumers about a “phishing” scam purported to be from Credit Union West, a Glendale-based financial institution, requesting personal information. Over the last several months, the Attorney General’s Office has seen an increase in calls regarding this particular scam. Verizon, Sprint and T-Mobile customers [...]
(Phoenix, Ariz. – April 9, 2010) Arizona Attorney General Terry Goddard is warning Arizona residents to be cautious of door-to-door and telephone scam artists peddling phony insurance policies in an effort to capitalize on the new federal health care law and defraud consumers. Some scam artists have attempted to make dishonest profits by urging consumers [...]
The U.S. Census counts every resident in the United States every 10 years as required by the U.S. Constitution. Beginning this month, census forms are being mailed to every residence in the country. Participating in the census is very important for the State of Arizona. Census information affects the number of seats our state occupies [...]
(Phoenix, Ariz. – March 10, 2010) As foreclosures continue at a high rate in Arizona, they impact not only homeowners but also people renting properties that have gone into foreclosure. Attorney General Terry Goddard today provided information about the rights of tenants living in properties that are foreclosed. Last May, Congress passed the “Protecting Tenants [...]
(Phoenix, Ariz. – March 9, 2010) Attorney General Terry Goddard today advised consumers about recent changes in federal law that require credit card issuers to disclose more information to customers. These laws also affect how the credit cards are marketed, advertised and managed. Last year, Congress passed the Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure (CARD) [...]
(Phoenix, Ariz. – March 8, 2010) Attorney General Terry Goddard today advised seniors to be aware of lottery and sweepstake scams that are currently on the rise in Arizona. Taking protective measures helps to ensure seniors are not victims. “With many scam artists taking aim at seniors, I want all Arizonans to be armed with [...]
(Phoenix, Ariz. – March 5, 2010) Attorney General Terry Goddard today warned consumers to shop carefully when purchasing toys and other products for children. According to the Department of Health Services, high levels of lead can pose a number of health risks, including behavioral problems, learning disabilities, seizures and even death. Children under six years [...]