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Bamboozled: Seniors seeking refund for unused flights caught in...
A couple fights CheapOair and American Airlines to get a refund on unused air tickets, but the companies are fighting each other Frank and Norma Zarzecki are an adventurous duo. To celebrate Frank's...
View ArticleBamboozled: Grandma's dead, but her credit file may not be
Why you should protect the identities of your deceased loved ones Your loved ones can be the victims of identity theft long after they're dead and buried. While you're grieving, scammers are out to...
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Bamboozled: Mom says Fanwood dress shop tried to sell used, stained prom...
The trials of looking for the perfect prom dress plague mom and daughter The perfect prom has become a perfect storm of spending for high schoolers and their families. The northeast leads the nation...
View ArticleBamboozled: A 9-step plan for data breach victims
How to protect yourself if your private information is taken by scammers Whatever steps you take to keep your identity safe may not matter if you're the victim of a data breach. A hacker gets into a...
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Bamboozled: Could N.J. be the next victim of this growing car insurance fraud...
Why New Jerseyans may unknowingly be driving around with invalid auto insurance policies Imagine you get into a car accident. You pull over. Fortunately, no one appears to be injured. The police...
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Bamboozled: Avoid summer scams that offer travel freebies, free gift cards
If it's too good to be true, it probably is Now that summer is in full swing, lots of consumers are thinking of booking a vacation. Scammers know it, and they're hoping to capitalize on your attempts...
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Bamboozled: State wins case against Sandy 'summit' sponsor
The state has won its case against Bill Loiry, who was accused of plotting to profit from Sandy victims. The state has won its case against Bill Loiry, a self-proclaimed philanthropist and...
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Bamboozled: Amtrak passenger, 70, upgrades ticket for 'handicapped services'...
Mary Flanagan upgraded an Amtrak ticket to receive handicapped services, but those services were not offered at her station. When she asked for a refund for the upgraded amount, Amtrak said no. Mary...
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Bamboozled: If you're buying a home, buyer beware
Homebuyers have few protections -- except court -- if a seller changes his mind. During a real estate transaction, both the buyer and seller sign a contract that details everything about the deal. But...
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Bamboozled: Mystery insurance plan puts mom at odds with Jersey City, state...
A former teacher fights two insurance companies, the Jersey City Board of Ed and the Treasury Department to clear up a huge health insurance mistake. We hear about bureaucracy in dealing with...
View ArticleBamboozled: How to protect your children from identity theft
You keep your personal information safe, and that's good. You also need to make sure your children's identities are not stolen. Consumer advocates recommend you check your credit reports at least once...
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Bamboozled: Victim of travel scam says he's a victim again because of...
The tales of woe aren't over for victims of Daryl Turner's travel scams. Correction: An earlier version of this story said the Attorney General's office had no comment to additional questions asked by...
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Bamboozled: Don't let thieves snatch your tax refund
The season is ripe for identity thieves to file a false tax return in your name, hoping to get your refund. This week has been dubbed "Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week." Yes, identity theft comes in...
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Bamboozled: Hopeful inventors say their money was stolen in invention scam
A former rep from InventHelp took the money and ran, former customers said. Howard Himpele started out with what he thought was a money-making invention. Instead, he said, he ended up the victim of a...
View ArticleBamboozled: Scammers can steal more than your heart on Valentine's Day
Don't become the victim of an online dating scam this Valentine's Day. As Valentine's Day draws near, lonely hearts and singles just looking for fun are sure to be spending lots of time with online...
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Bamboozled: Seniors threatened with collections over questionable $21 debt
Couple cancels service with garbage company, then they're charged for something they say they never agreed to. A trash removal service said Mary Lou Casavant is delinquent on a bill. Casavant, 73, of...
View ArticleBamboozled: Check fraud scam targets babysitters, dog walkers
A new twist on an old scam looks to turn babysitters, dog walkers and other home care help into check fraud victims. Professional caregivers, such as babysitters, nannies, house-sitters and even dog...
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Bamboozled: Correction officer too disabled to work but not disabled enough...
An injured correction officer caught in limbo between the pension system and his employer will be back on the job later this month. The correction officer who was told he was too disabled to work, yet...
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Bamboozled: Coping with email spam and scams
The contents of your email box could lead to identity theft or other nefarious deeds by hackers. Our email boxes probably look a lot alike. Some messages from friends, family and co-workers. Some...
View ArticleBamboozled: How a $357 check turned into a big fat zero ... for now
Rocco Russo wants to know why money he was instructed to pay into his pension fund nearly a year ago still isn't showing on his account. Forget for a moment how you feel about your own financial...
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