Unfair Sales Practices and Consumer Fraud

• Be a Better Buyer - Better Business Bureau

  Increase your chances of having a positive purchase outcome. Remember to always check with the BBB first -- it's just good business. Content Detail

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  Denver/Boulder Better Business Bureau

• Consumer Protection Information for Seniors

  The purpose of this resource is to help Seniors learn the red flags of fraud; recognize when someone is trying to victimize them; learn when to say "no" and close the door or hang up the phone; know how to report fraud to the appropriate agencies; and empower the consumer. (Chapter 11 of The Senior Law Handbook is a project of the Colorado Bar Association's Elder Law and Trust and Estate Section.) Content Detail

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  Colorado Bar Association - Senior Law Handbook

• Frauds, Scams and Alerts

  This page has links to information such as current alerts of fraud, scams & financial exploitation, including complaint forms for reporting incidences. Content Detail

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  Colorado Coalition for Elder Rights and Adult Protection

• Power Against Fraud Handbook PDF

  Test your fraud IQ. Learn about the warning signs of all types of fraud and preventative measures to reduce your risk. Content Detail

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  CASE Partnership - Judicial District Attorney's Office

• Request that the Court Waive Your Filing Fees

  You can use this online court form preparation program to complete the forms needed to request that the court waive your filing fees. Content Detail

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  Colorado Legal Services

• Scams

  Information about the countless ways con artists try to scam people - lenders, credit reports, staged car accidents, phony Medicare drug discount cards, sweepstakes, wire transfers. Be informed. Content Detail

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  AARP

• Car Buying Tips

  This website will help you think through your car purchase decision and will provide an understanding of what your obligations and rights are as a car owner. Content Detail

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  Colorado Auto Industry Division

• Credit File Security Freeze PDF

  Any US Citizen can put a security freeze on their credit reports. A freeze means your file can't be shared with potential creditors which can help prevent identity theft. If your files are frozen, even someone who has your name and Social Security number will not be able to get credit in your name. Content Detail

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  Office of Denver District Attorney and CASE Partnership

  Read this in:

  Russian / Pусский

  Spanish / Español

• When do you have to give your Social Security Number?

  You do not have to give your social security number to any merchant who asks you for it. Please read this resource to learn what to do when you are asked for your social security number . Content Detail

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  Privacy Rights Clearinghouse

• Investment Scams PDF

  The Securities and Exchange Commission offers information to help you prevent thieves from tricking you about your investments. Content Detail

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  THE DENVER DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S OFFICE

  Read this in:

  Spanish / Español

• Medicare Telephone Scams PDF

  To protect yourself against Medicare scams, remember that no one can ask you for personal information during marketing activities. If you have a question or concern regarding Medicare, call 1-877-7SAFERX (1-877-772-3379.) Open this document for more information. Content Detail

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  Office of Denver District Attorney and CASE Partnership

  Read this in:

  Russian / Pусский

• Get the Facts on Consumer Frauds

  This site has facts on consumer frauds, from Internet cons to identity theft. Access millions of consumer complaints and report a fraud complaint of your own. Content Detail

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  Federal Trade Comission - Consumer Sentinel Network

• How to get money you are owed from a construction site PDF

  How to file a mechanic's lien - read more to find out what it is, how to file, what the deadlines are and other information you need to know. Content Detail

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  Colorado Legal Services

• Stop Financial Elder Abuse in Colorado by Reporting Fraud

  At this website you can submit a complaint against a business and/or organization, read current news updates, learn about fraud prevention and find other resources to help. Content Detail

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  AARP ElderWatch (w/ CO Attorney General's Office)

• A Chance to Talk with an Attorney

  Volunteer attorneys will provide their time for a 15 minute private consultation about such matters as divorce, custody, renter's rights, etc. To facilitate this service please bring all necessary documentation related to your case, such as; leases, contracts, court papers, etc. A small donation is requested for this service but no one will be denied services for lack of ability to pay. Read More

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  Alpine Legal Services