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Consumer Affairs Advises Tennesseans to Beware of Census Scam Artists

Released on Wed, Mar 17, 2010 - 2:11 pm under
NASHVILLE - With the U.S. Census under way, the Division of Consumer Affairs wants to remind Tennesseans that scam artists often use the guise of government-related programs to steal from the unwitting. “Government-benefits fraud is more prevalent than credit card fraud,” says Consumer Affairs Director Mary Clement. “We don’t want Tennesseans to fall prey to identity theft or worse.”

Replace Smoke Alarm Batteries As You Spring Forward

Released on Thu, Mar 11, 2010 - 5:32 pm under
NASHVILLE - As clocks move ahead this weekend for daylight saving time, Tennessee State Fire Marshal and Commerce & Insurance Commissioner Leslie A. Newman would like to remind Tennesseans to change their homes’ smoke alarm batteries, as well.
 
“ ‘Change your clock, change your battery’ is an easy phrase to remember and practice, when you update your clocks this weekend,” says Newman. “Smoke alarms, even those that are hard-wired, should have their batteries replaced regularly and be tested monthly to ensure you have the protection you need,” Newman says. “Use this time to protect your home and family.”

Division of Consumer Affairs Offers Tips to Protect Children's Privacy

Released on Thu, Mar 04, 2010 - 3:20 pm under
NASHVILLE - As National Consumer Protection Week gets under way March 7-13, the Consumer Affairs Division would like to highlight the importance of protecting children's privacy.
 
National Consumer Protection Week reinforces the importance of consumer education on issues such as identity theft, online fraud and other deceptive and fraudulent practices. This is also a time to stress the need in protecting children’s privacy. Whether they are studying, socializing, playing games or learning, kids are spending a lot of time online. Parents must ensure kids make smart and safe choices when they are online. Your child’s personal information and privacy are valuable – to you, to them and to marketers.

Division of Consumer Affairs Offers Tips on Home Solicitation Sales and the 3-Day Cooling Off Period

Released on Fri, Feb 05, 2010 - 4:49 pm under
NASHVILLE - If you have ever felt “buyer’s remorse,” the Home Solicitations Act of 1974, often referred to as the “3-Day Cooling Off Period,” may benefit you.

Department Revokes Licenses of Funeral Director Karen House

Released on Wed, Feb 03, 2010 - 5:18 pm under
NASHVILLE- The funeral director, embalmer, and pre-need sales agent licenses of Karen Anne House have been revoked and a civil penalty of $12,500 assessed following an investigation by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance. 

Know Your Options When Comprehensive Health Insurance Isn't Available

Released on Wed, Jan 27, 2010 - 3:28 pm under
NASHVILLE- If you watch late-night television, you may have seen the ads – health insurance at a low, affordable price. If you or your family is living without insurance, you may wonder if these offers are right for you.

Cosmetology Board Issues Certification-Scam Warning

Released on Wed, Jan 27, 2010 - 10:14 am under
NASHVILLE- The Cosmetology Board is cautioning its licensees about mailings that have targeted professionals and establishments in Tennessee with solicitations for payment over supposed certification lapses. Mailings from an entity named “American Cosmetology Board” ask for payment from Tennessee licensees.

Bomb & Arson Division Announces David Baxter as Director

Released on Thu, Jan 14, 2010 - 5:00 pm under
NASHVILLE- David Baxter has joined the Division of Bomb & Arson as its director, bringing to the fire investigations team more than 30 years in the fire industry.
 
“We are extremely happy to have David join our team,” says Commerce and Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshal Leslie A. Newman. “His leadership and expertise will help the division continue to be a crucial force in fire investigations throughout the state.”

Division of Consumer Affairs Warns of Ads With Fraudulent Claims

Released on Fri, Jan 08, 2010 - 10:55 am under
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Division of Charitable Solicitations and Gaming and Consumer Affairs Division Offer Tips on Charitable Giving

Released on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 - 11:24 am under
NASHVILLE- A word of caution to those planning to end 2009 or start 2010 by giving money to what they think is a good cause: The state Division of Charitable Solicitations and Gaming and the Consumer Affairs Division are reminding Tennesseans to check out charitable organizations before making donations.
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