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Thieves Enjoying Tailgate Parties at Victims' Expense DES PLAINES, Ill., Feb. 7, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) today released a first-time report that examines the incidents of tailgate thefts across the United States, of which 1,343 claims were generated from 45 states. Notably, the rate of tailgate theft claims has been increasing since 2009, with an 18 percent increase projected from 2011 to 2012. The report examines theft claims...

National Capital Ravelco is the new distributor of the Ravelco Vehicle Anti-theft Device serving the Maryland, Washington DC and Northern Virginia area offering the best car security available. Washington, DC (PRWEB) February 04, 2013 Ravelco's expansion in the National Capital Area market signals the best car security option in the fight against vehicle theft has arrived. Over 4 million installations since 1976 with NOT ONE vehicle stolen has proven Ravelco to be a simple to use,...

RICHMOND, Va., Feb. 1, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Elwood Energy LLC, a jointly and equally owned partnership of Dominion Resources, Inc. and J-POWER USA Generation, L.P., announced today that it has extended until 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on February 7, 2013 (the "New Expiration Time"), unless extended or earlier terminated in Elwood Energy LLC's sole discretion, its solicitation of consents (the "Consent Solicitation") from holders of its 8.159% Senior Secured Bonds due 2026...

Identity theft is an all-too common problem plaguing people throughout the world, but there are steps anyone can take to avoid being the victim of identity theft. The security experts at AlarmSystemReport.com created a list of tips to avoid being the target of identity theft. Cleveland, OH (PRWEB) January 30, 2013 Identity theft is a term that is becoming commonplace throughout the world. With the growing prevalence of cyber banking, e-commerce and online business being conducted, it’s...

COSTA MESA, Calif., Jan. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- There's more to worry about this Valentine's Day than the possibility of a lonely or broken heart. Experian's ProtectMyID.com(®), a multilayered identity theft detection, protection and fraud resolution product, offers insights into how to safeguard against con artists looking to steal identities and money from people seeking to make a love connection. There are a variety of ways thieves try to capitalize on a person's trusting...

Scam Artists Give New Meaning to "Just What the Doctor Ordered" DES PLAINES, Ill., Jan. 30, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) today released a ForeCAST(SM) analysis that examines the impact of fraud associated with durable medical equipment (DME). For example, on Jan. 16, 2013, Uche Ben Odunzeh, 32, of Laurel, Md., was sentenced to 19 months in federal prison. He pled guilty to submitting more than $600,000 in false DME billings. This...

After realizing the need for affordable legal help for immigrants, Law99™ is providing comprehensive legal services for US immigration law at $99 per hour or less. Virginia Beach, VA (PRWEB) January 29, 2013 America is a country that has been built by the hard work of immigrants across the world that come to the United States for a brighter future. Law99™ realizes the importance of the rights of immigrants in the country and extends its services to encompass immigration law. If...

People all over the world use social media, including Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn, among others, but there are security threats associated if social media is not used properly. The safety and security experts at SecuritySystemReviews.com created a list of safety tips users of social media can follow to avoid being targeted by thieves and criminals. San Diego, CA (PRWEB) January 26, 2013 Social media is a common and everyday part of many people’s lives. Social media sites can be a...

WASHINGTON, Jan. 25, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In recognition of Data Privacy Day on Jan. 28, the American Bankers Association is urging bank customers to take an active role in protecting their privacy. Banks use a combination of safeguards to protect customer data, which allows them to detect unusual spending patterns and protect accounts. Customers also play an important role in safeguarding personal financial information. "Banks protect customer privacy because their...

NEW YORK, January 23, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- NICE Actimize, a NICE Systems (NASDAQ:NICE) company and the largest and broadest provider of a single financial crime, risk and compliance software platform for the financial services industry, announced that its Actimize Integrated Fraud Management Suite was selected a "Best-in-Class" vendor across three categories in the CEB TowerGroup "2012 Enterprise Fraud Management Technology Analysis" research report. NICE Actimize received its...