The Associated Press on MSN8d
After disasters, people are especially vulnerable to scams. Here’s how to protect yourself
While disasters can lead scammers to take advantage of vulnerable groups by impersonating representatives from relief and ...
NBC Los Angeles6d
FTC issues over $5 million in refunds to victims of credit repair scheme
A November 2022 lawsuit filed by the organization alleged ACRO Services stole millions of dollars from customers under the ...
Los Angeles Fire Chief Faces Calls for Resignation
As a disastrous fire continues to burn on the city’s west side, some are calling Chief Kristin Crowley to account: Why wasn’t ...
ConsumerAffairs3d
Los Angeles fire victims may face another threat – rental scams
Rental scams are nothing new, they’ve been around for years. But in the wake of the devastating Los Angeles fires that have ...
Forbes3d
Flood Watch Issued For Fire-Stricken Los Angeles Areas—Here’s Why Rain Might Be An Issue
Los Angeles is forecast to receive desperately needed rain this weekend, providing relief to first responders battling four active fires in the region while also creating the risk of new hazards ...
CNBC on MSN10d
FTC sues PepsiCo, alleging price discrimination is raising costs for consumers
The Federal Trade Commission is suing PepsiCo for alleged price discrimination in the final days of the Biden administration.
Apartment giant Greystar facing FTC lawsuit over misleading rental fees
The suit accuses the company of falsely advertising rental prices by failing to inform renters of numerous mandatory fees.
Business Insider7d
The Schall Law Firm Invites Shareholders With Losses To Join An Inquiry Into Dave Inc. For Securities Law Violations
LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 20 ... Dave is the subject of a DOJ and FTC civil enforcement action announced on December 30, 2024. The government alleges that the Company and its ...