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Natural Disasters Scams

Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider

Privacy Tip #451 – Disaster Victims Fall Prey to FEMA Impersonators

In the wake of the recent July 4th flooding tragedy in Texas, scammers and criminals are reaching out to victims to take advantage of their vulnerability. Unfortunately, this is not the first time criminals have used natural...more

Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider

Privacy Tip #417 – Scammers Using Hurricane Relief Aid to Commit Fraud

Unfortunately, when natural disasters hit innocent victims and good-natured people want to help those in need, scammers swoop in to manipulate the bleak situation to commit fraud or price gouging. Following Hurricanes...more

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Privacy Tip #354 – Scammers Use Weather Emergencies Against Victims

It has been difficult to watch the extreme weather patterns that have been happening around the U.S. over the past few months.  Fires and torrential rainstorms in California, tornadoes down south, blizzards in the Midwest and...more

Porter Hedges LLP

Hurricane Season - Damage Repair Contract Protection for Consumers and Contractors

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August through October marks the peak of hurricane season along the Texas Gulf Coast. Nearly every year, at least some part of the Texas coast feels the impact of a named storm during these months, either by flood, wind,...more

Bass, Berry & Sims PLC

Privacy Peril: Calamity Con Men II

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With hurricane season upon us and after this week’s devastation and heartache from Hurricane Ian, there will be opportunities to help the victims in many ways, including financial assistance...more

Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider

Privacy Tip #345 – Be Wary of Scammers After Natural Disasters

It was heartbreaking to watch the reports of Hurricane Ian as it landed on the west coast of Florida. The damage and losses left in its wake will be overwhelming and catastrophic for Floridians; the toll will become clearer...more

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Information on fake charities; Revisions to Form 8976 registration system; Update to Revenue Procedure 75-50

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Beware of fake charities - IRS cautions taxpayers on scams involving disasters, charitable causes andencourages taxpayers to donate to recognized charities to help disaster victims. IRS’ annual “Dirty Dozen” also lists...more

Robinson & Cole LLP

Data Privacy + Cybersecurity Insider - September 2018 #3

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Schneider Electric recently issued a consumer warning that it mistakenly shipped to its customers USB drives that were infected with malware. Schneider Electric stated in its alert that “Schneider Electric has determined that...more

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Privacy Tip #156 – Don’t Get Scammed for Trying to Help Hurricane Victims

As Hurricane Florence bears down on the Carolinas in the next few days, beware of scammers trying to take advantage of the good hearts of those of us who want to help the victims....more

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EO Update: e-News for Charities & Nonprofits

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The IRS is providing several types of tax relief for those affected by hurricanes hitting Texas, Florida, Georgia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. We’re monitoring the situation closely to resolve potential tax...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

How to Protect Yourself from Financial Disaster in the Wake of a Natural Disaster

In light of Hurricane Harvey and all the damage that it caused, as well as the potential damage that may be inflicted by Hurricane Irma, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has provided advice on measures to take...more

Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider

Privacy Tip #104 – Scammers Prey on Hurricane Victims

It has been so difficult to watch the news reports of the devastation and havoc left in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, and now anticipated this weekend by Hurricane Irma, which is being reported as the most powerful storm to...more

Faegre Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP

Watch Out for Disaster Scams: A Guide to Giving to Hurricane Relief

A time of crisis can bring out the best in people — a desire to help others in need — but it can also bring out the worst. Unfortunately, natural disasters create opportunities for scammers to prey on generous people who are...more

Robinson+Cole Data Privacy + Security Insider

Beware of Fundraising Scams Following Hurricane Harvey

Following the catastrophic flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey in the Gulf Coast, many local and national nonprofits quickly mobilized to respond to survivors’ immediate needs and begin planning for the long-term recovery of...more

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