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PHILADELPHIA, PA – Federal prosecutors have unveiled a superseding indictment charging four individuals and two companies with conspiracy and wire fraud in connection to an alleged multimillion-dollar telemarketing fraud scheme …
Four Businessmen Charged in Nationwide Telemarketing Fraud Case Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania Attorney General Sunday has reached a settlement requiring Accelerated Debt Settlement, Inc. and its affiliated entities to pay $550,000 in penalties and refunds for allegedly illegal …
Scammed Out of Thousands? PA Attorney General Fights Back and Wins Big for Victims Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) has issued a consumer alert following reports of a scam targeting residents across the state. The fraudulent scheme involves telephone calls …
Think You’re Safe? How Scammers Are Using PUC’s Number to Target You Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced plans to distribute more than $25.5 million to consumers who were misled into purchasing unnecessary computer repair services by two …
Claim Your Refund Now! FTC Sends $25.5 Million Back to Victims of Tech Scam Lies Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced its recent approval of final amendments to the Telemarketing Sales Rule (TSR), officially extending its coverage to include inbound telemarketing calls …
FTC Expands Telemarketing Sales Rule to Cover Tech Support Calls Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry has aligned with a bipartisan coalition comprising 46 Attorneys General to urge the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to fortify its Robocall Mitigation Database. …
Pennsylvania Attorney General Advocates for Stricter Robocall Regulations Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has published the National Do Not Call Registry Data Book for the fiscal year 2024, marking the third consecutive year of decline in …
FTC’s Battle Against Telemarketing Triumphs: Discover the Dramatic Drop in Unwanted Calls Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has commenced the distribution of over $449,000 in refunds to consumers victimized by American Vehicle Protection Corp. This action follows the FTC’s …
FTC Issues Refunds to Victims of Auto Warranty Telemarketing Scam Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a recent announcement, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) revealed updated fees for telemarketers accessing the National Do Not Call (DNC) Registry for the fiscal year 2025, …
FTC Hikes Telemarketer Fees for Do Not Call List Access in 2025! Read More HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a settlement this week with Titan Gas, LLC, addressing the Texas-based company’s alleged violations of a previous agreement that restricted contact with Pennsylvanians …
Pennsylvania Attorney General Settles with Titan Gas Over ‘Do-Not-Call’ Violations Read More