What Is Overbilling?

What Is Overbilling?

Overbilling occurs when a contractor inflates the cost of goods and/or labor, charging their client at higher rates than the amount agreed upon. While this can sometimes be done unintentionally, some less reputable contractors will do this intentionally, hoping that...
Common Types Of Consumer Fraud

Common Types Of Consumer Fraud

Consumer fraud occurs when an entity uses deceptive business practices that result in customers sustaining personal or financial losses. Although almost anyone can be a victim of consumer fraud, college students and senior citizens are often the targets of these types...
What Is Identity Theft?

What Is Identity Theft?

Identity theft happens when someone steals your personally-identifiable information (e.g., your Social Security number, credit card info, etc.) and uses it without your permission. With more of our information than ever online and in the hands of corporations,...