Text messages promising fabulous free prizes from iPads to $1,000 gift cards are at the heart of the issue. The Federal Trade Commission says settlements involving twelve defendants stop a nationwide operation that took in millions of dollars by promising consumers free gift cards that were...
Some retailers do hire mystery shoppers to help access customer service but the legitimate opportunities are few-and-far-between and rarely offer a lot of compensation. In a recent crackdown by the Federal Trade Commission several companies and individuals agreed to settlements that ban them from selling business...
Complaints are on the rise about troubles that begin when people click a link inside an email. The Federal Trade Commission reports scammers are increasingly sending emails that appear to be from legitimate companies; especially shipping companies. Once your computer is infected it can be nearly...
On Valentines Day and any day of the year the Federal Trade Commission warns: People looking for love can open themselves up to being conned. The FTC offers this information, and what to watch out for, to be certain the person you're meeting is really looking...
ROGERS COUNTY, Okla., January 2014 marks the one year anniversary of Veterans Court in Rogers County. It is the third largest Veterans Court in Oklahoma. For many veterans the battles fought while serving our country overseas will follow them home. And trying to get back to...
The William W. Barnes Children's Advocacy Center provides a safe and child-friendly facility for coordinated intervention in child abuse cases. Open since 2001 in Claremore the Center provided services to 346 children in 2012, alone. CAC is able to provide medical examinations, forensic interviews, mental health treatment...
What's the "one-ring" cell phone scam and how does it work? The FTC offers this information so you can avoid being hit with big charges: Who’s calling now? That number doesn’t ring a bell. Hold the phone, says the Federal Trade Commission. You could be a potential...
CRAIG, MAYES & ROGERS COUNTIES, Okla., February 10, 2014 – An SUV packed with donations of toys, school supplies, clothes and art supplies was presented as a housewarming gift during the CAC's open house February 10, 2014 along with monetary donations of $5,200. Residents showed a...
The Better Business Bureau reports scammers are taking advantage of winter weather by impersonating electric and gas company representatives; even threatening residents and business owners with deactivation of service unless they pay up immediately. The BBB shares this information so you can protect yourself: How the Scam...
The Federal Trade Commission issues this warning about fake debt collection notices. The FTC says you may receive an official-looking letter with a seal, signed by a judge, saying you owe money. It could even include personal information including your Social Security number. The...