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10/15/2009

Teeth Whitening Products Sold Online Wipe Smile off Consumers’ Faces

The BBB warns about online ads that promise consumers a free trial of teeth whitening products but bill for products and services that they do not want.They also provide tips on how consumers can protect themselves from these kind of scams.

09/01/2009

BBB Warns Your Online Diploma Could be a Worthless Piece of Paper

Better Business Bureau warns consumers about online programs that promise fast and easy high school diplomas or college degrees. BelfordHighschool.com and BelfordUniversity.org have recieve 117 complaints about their online programs.

08/13/2009

BBB Alerts Consumers of Foreign Lottery Scam

The Better Business Bureau issues an alert warning consumers about foreign lottery scam. Consumers all over the country contact the Better Business Bureau to ask about the legitimacy of the lottery.

08/05/2009

Widespread Harassment from Phony Debt Collectors Raises Concerns of Mass Data Breach, Warns BBB

Better Business Bureau issues an alert for consumers about phony debt collectors that claim that the consumer has defaulted on a payday loan and will be arrested if they don't pay immediately.

04/29/2009

BBB Warns Against Scams Based On Swine Flu Fears

The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers of spam e-mail messages which take advantage of the public's H1N1 virus concern. These messages may contain harmful computer viruses or malware.

03/25/2009

Fake Department of Transportation Letter Continues Circulating

BBB is alerting contractors and their employees to be aware of fraudulent letters re-circulating that appear to be sent from the U.S. Department of Transportation

02/04/2009

EMT Medical Alert

The Regional Office of the Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois in Rockford is warning of a scam targeting senior citizens.

12/09/2008

HOLIDAY SHIPPING ALERT

Better Business Bureau of Chicago and Northern Illinois is warning consumers to be alert to scam emails that appear to come from shippers including Fed Ex, UPS and Wal-Mart.

11/26/2008

Tips for Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Safe Online Shopping This Holiday Season

Know your rights, Use trustworthy Web sites, Protect your personal information, Beware of closeout sales, Beware of phishing, Confirm your online purchase is secure, Pay with a credit card

11/19/2008

BBB Advice Avoiding Dangerous or Toxic Toys This Holiday Season

In 2007, more than 20 million toys were pulled off the shelves as a result of more than 60 recalls – more than twice the number of alerts the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) issued in 2006.


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