A data breach, also called a data leak, is a security event in which confidential information is exposed, stolen, or transmitted. When a data breach occurs, the leaked information is often exploited by hackers for personal gain. One way that criminals use such information is through the illicit practice of identity theft. In this article, […]

Technology does much to improve our lives. It allows us to easily communicate with one another, do important tasks in a fraction of the time it took only a few years ago, and immediately access practically anything we need. However, as much as it makes our lives easier, technology also has its downsides. One unfortunate […]

When it comes to identity theft, everyone is vulnerable. In fact, identity theft affects approximately one in 20 Americans every year. In 2019 alone, roughly 13 million consumers in the United States were affected by identity fraud with total losses of around $17 billion. In other words, identity theft is a widespread problem, and the […]

We live in an increasingly technologically driven society. And although technological advances make our lives easier in many respects, they also place us at risk. Unfortunately, as technology has improved, so have the abilities of thieves to steal people’s identities. Luckily, by staying vigilant, taking precautionary steps, and remaining aware of common identity theft scams, […]

We trust the organizations we do business with to protect our personal information. Unfortunately, however, they don’t always do so. If your personal information has been compromised following a data breach or identity theft incident, you must take immediate steps to protect your credit. If you fail to do so, you face a long, hard […]

When it comes to identity theft, everyone is a potential victim. The number of identity theft cases in the U.S. increase every year, and thousands of Americans fall victim to this practice every day. Although it’s possible to rebuild your life after becoming a victim of identity theft, the process can take years. Fortunately, by […]

A North Carolina debt buyer has filed a lawsuit alleging that national rent-to-own company Aaron’s sold its consumer accounts that were uncollectible. In the lawsuit, Turtle Creek Assets (TCA), the debt buyer, claims “a serial betrayal of trust by Aaron’s that injured not just the plaintiff (TCA) but has had a collateral effect on thousands […]

Many people think that identity theft is something that will never happen to them. Unfortunately, however, identity theft is becoming increasingly common in the United States. Approximately one in 20 Americans are affected by identity theft each year. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission received more than two million fraud reports from consumers in 2020. […]

Identity theft is a growing problem in the U.S. In fact, approximately 30 percent of all adults in the country will have their identities stolen at some point in their lives. In other words, identity theft is a very real threat to everyone. Luckily, there are steps that consumers can take to recognize and prevent […]