Resolve to Avoid A Charity Scam
If you are thinking about giving to a charity before the end of the year, you are not alone. Studies show half of charity donations are made between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve. And during this busy holiday time, it’s easy to fall victim to scammers who try to take advantage of your generosity. “Don’t… View Article
Posted in Consumer Protection, News, Privacy, Scam Alert on December 29, 2017
Oregon Joins 11 States to Oppose Increased Fees at National Parks
Oregon joined a coalition of 11 state Attorneys General to send a letter to the National Park Service (NPS) opposing their proposal to dramatically increase entrance fees at 17 popular national parks. Under the proposal, the per vehicle entrance fees during peak season would increase to $70, from the current fee of $25 or $30…. View ArticlePosted in News on November 22, 2017
Oregon Joins ACA Health Care Subsidies Lawsuit
Oregon joined a multi-state lawsuit against the Trump administration’s recent Executive Order that will stop certain ACA healthcare subsidies. In response to filing the lawsuit, AG Rosenblum said: “Oregon, along with 18 other states, is joining California’s lawsuit against the President — defending ACA payments that help many families access affordable health insurance. Once again,… View ArticlePosted in News on October 13, 2017
Equifax Data Breach: What You Need to Know
One of the three major credit reporting companies – Equifax – revealed that the personal data of 143 million U.S. consumers in its care – nearly half the country – has been compromised. This huge hack of personal data occurred over the period of May through July, 2017, but was not publicly reported by Equifax… View Article
Posted in Consumer Protection, News, Privacy, Scam Alert on September 11, 2017
Registration for the 2nd Annual Attorney General Rosenblum’s Elder Abuse Conference is now OPEN!
For the second year in a row, Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum is hosting a conference on elder abuse. The Conference is open to law enforcement, district attorneys, deputy district attorneys, U.S. Attorneys serving in Oregon, Adult Protective Services, medical professionals, and individuals employed by the federal, state or local government. If you are NOT… View ArticlePosted in Elder Abuse, News on September 7, 2017