Fraud/Scams

The Social Security Administration heightens public awareness about Social Security-related and other government imposter scams during the fifth annual “Slam the Scam” Day on March 7, 2024.  Knowing how to identify potential scammers will help safeguard your personal information.  ...

A 'Secret Santa' gift exchange among online 'friends' you don't really know may not be as innocent as you think. These gift exchanges may look like harmless fun but are actually illegal pyramid schemes. Don't get buried under one. ...

Social Security imposter scams continue to be widespread across the United States. Scammers use targeted, sophisticated tactics to deceive you into providing sensitive information or money.  ...

If you want to make sure your hard-earned money makes the most charitable impact this holiday season, check first with the Wise Giving Alliance website for evaluations of nonprofits, offering insight into charity trustworthiness. ...

During this season of open enrollment for Medicare, Medicaid and other marketplace healthcare plans offered under the Affordable Care Act, fraudsters marketing themselves as healthcare plan providers will often take advantage of the confusion surrounding government and private plans. Better Business Bureau Serving Greater Cleveland is providing tips to help prevent open enrollment scams. ...

Some good news this time: While utility scams are common in the months leading to winter, the recent correspondence from Ohio Electricity Litigation is not. These recent mailings from Ohio Electricity Litigation and Tremendous are a rare example of a legitimate utility-related solicitation. The average settlement is about $15. Distribution of funds is taking the form of physical checks, debit cards and digital payments. ...

When you see a "Going Out of Business" liquidation sale online, it could be an imposter scammer posing as a trusted store company. ...

At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the federal government and private insurance providers eased requirements for telehealth providers so consumers could access medical care safely and remotely. As a result, spending on telehealthcare exploded throughout the healthcare industry. Now, charges from telehealth providers are being scrutinized. Healthcare fraud, including bogus telehealth invoicing and other false healthcare fraud schemes are coming to light, especially among Medicare beneficiaries. ...