The Ohio Department of Commerce and Better Business Bureau of Central Ohio has warned Ohioans to be on guard against online scammers pretending to offer loans or job opportunities and requiring up-front fees for processing, training or other expenses. These “companies,” which typically solicit customers on websites using ever-changing fictitious names, may claim to have […]
PUCO reminds Ohioans of their choices as energy consumers
January 21, 2015 by
For more than 100 years, energy in Ohio — electric and natural gas — has been regulated by the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO). The PUCO wants to remind Ohio consumers that there are options when deciding the energy supply that best suits your home or business. Before energy choice, rates and services provided […]
Ohioans urged to ensure that insurance protection covers winter activities
January 20, 2015 by
Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor advises Ohioans to make important insurance considerations before indulging in their favorite winter activities to ensure they are covered if an unfortunate incident occurs. “Winter activities are a fun way to get outside and enjoy all Ohio has to offer,” Taylor said. “As you prepare to […]
State implements new safeguards after “unprecedented” fraud attempts, tax refunds could be significantly delayed
January 16, 2015 by
The Ohio Department of Taxation (ODT) is implementing additional safeguards that will inevitably cause some refunds to be delayed this upcoming income tax filing season. Officials said the changes are needed in order to better protect Ohio taxpayers and prevent tax fraud. These steps are being taken to further bolster defenses in anticipation of the […]
Ohioans report losing money to loan scams
January 5, 2015 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has warned that Ohioans seeking extra cash following the holiday season should beware of phony loan offers. In 2014, the Ohio Attorney General’s Office received more than 200 complaints about advance-fee loans or credit cards, including many potential scams. The average reported loss was approximately $500. “In a typical loan […]
Fitness center complaints doubled in 2014, Ohio AG offers gym membership tips
January 2, 2015 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is offering advice for consumers who plan to buy gym memberships in the new year after the Attorney General’s Office received about 250 fitness center complaints in 2014, double the number received in 2013. “There are many great gyms and fitness centers throughout Ohio,” Attorney General DeWine said. “However, when […]
Estimated 277,000 could see raise starting Thursday with minimum wage increase
December 31, 2014 by
More than one in 20 working Ohioans will earn a little more at the end of the week than they did at the beginning, according to Policy Matters Ohio. The nonpartisan, Cleveland-based liberal think tank estimates 277,000 Ohioans will benefit from Thursday’s annual increase in Ohio’s minimum wage. Ohio’s minimum wage will increase by 15 […]
Ohio Attorney General announces national $90 million cramming settlement with T-Mobile
December 29, 2014 by
Attorney General Mike DeWine announced recently that Ohio has joined the other 49 states, the District of Columbia, the Federal Trade Commission, and the Federal Communications Commission in a settlement with T-Mobile USA Inc. that includes at least $90 million in payments and resolves allegations that T-Mobile placed unauthorized third-party charges on consumers’ cell phone […]
Ohioans report losing money to Sugar Bowl ticket scams
December 23, 2014 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has warned consumers to be skeptical of individuals offering tickets to the 2015 Sugar Bowl, after two Ohioans reported losing $800 each to Sugar Bowl ticket scams on Craigslist. “For every scam that gets reported there are probably 10 or more that don’t, so we want consumers to be very […]
Ohioans urged to protect themselves against holiday mishaps with adequate insurance protection
December 22, 2014 by
The winter holidays are a time to focus on friends and family, not to worry if your insurance is adequate. As you prepare to celebrate this special season, Lieutenant Governor and Department of Insurance Director Mary Taylor suggests you review your insurance policies to ensure you have protection against bad-luck events that could arise. “The […]
