Most news articles on consumer law are needlessly confusing. Attorney Mike Cardoza takes a straight, no-nonsense approach on the current issues facing consumers today. Our blog provides an insider’s view on consumer rights, and explores topics such as threats to privacy and unfair credit reporting. Be sure to check back for regular updates.
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5 Consequences of Medical Identity TheftWhen someone steals your medical identity, the consequences can be serious—even fatal. Find out what can happen when your medical information is stolen.
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Check Your Credit Report for Medical Debt That Should Not Be ThereCalifornia attorney explains when medical debt can appear on your credit report and when it should not be there. Protect your credit by understanding the law.
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Yes, You Still Have to Shred Sensitive Documents!You might think identity theft has gone digital so there is no need to shred documents, but you’d be wrong. Find out why you should still own a shredder.
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Steps You Probably Didn’t Take After ID Theft But ShouldYou might have done the most obvious things after discovering your financial information was stolen, but have you taken these important steps?
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Active Duty Servicemembers Are Common Targets for Credit Identity TheftDeployed members of the military have reported credit identity theft twice as often as non-servicemembers. Learn how to protect yourself and how to win damages.
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Protecting College Students From Identity TheftCollege students are at high risk of having their identities stolen. Our California consumer attorney explains why and what you can do to protect yourself.
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Using Facebook Could Put You at Risk for Identity TheftUse of social media could open you up to identity theft. Learn how to protect yourself from identity thieves who may be trolling your social media activity.
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How Identity Theft Affects Online Purchases from Your Bank AccountWill you really have to pay for all of the purchases an identity thief made with your account? Find out how you may be protected from these online charges.