With identity theft cases rising nationwide, more consumers are discovering unfamiliar accounts or inquiries on their credit reports. Petroff Amshen LLP explains how to respond effectively, protect ...

An attempted identity theft is more than a close call-it’s a serious warning. With reports sharply rising, Petroff Amshen LLP ...

At the center of this crisis is the Social Security number, still the primary credential used to apply for credit.

Are you interested in how you should respond to the theft of your identity? This article offers steps on how to respond to and prevent identity theft.

Here's how to protect yourself (or reduce the damage) if you become the victim of identity theft or financial fraud.

Identity theft can be hugely damaging to your credit — especially if, like many people, you only catch it once you have been denied a new credit card or loan. When a scammer steals your identity, they ...

Fraud alert set-up To set up a fraud alert, you’ll need to contact one of the three major credit reporting bureaus — Equifax, Experian and TransUnion — either by phone, online or by mail.

Reports of identity crimes to the Identity Theft Resource Center decreased in 2024 compared to 2023. However, victims who report their crimes are suffering greater financial losses than ever.

There were 15,587 reports of insurance identity theft in 2024, marking a 37% jump from 2023 and the most reports on record, according to a yearly report from the Federal Trade Commission.