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Consumer Protection Information
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This section of PALawHelp.org has resources about Consumer Protection information and issues in Pennsylvania.
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Behind on Bills
This booklet provides a set of tools to fit your needs, whether that means short-term financial help, longer-term financial health, or something in between. The tools are designed to help you handle money emergencies, cut down on stress from mounting bills, and build your finances to where you want them to be. Content Detail
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Beware of Scams targeting College and Graduate Students
The Pennsylvania Attorney offers this warning to college students and their parents to be on the lookout for potential scams that are targeting these young adults. Content Detail
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Beware of Voting Scams
The Pennsylvania Attorney General offers information on scams related to voting and tricking donors into believing they are supporting their preferred political candidates. Content Detail
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Billing Errors
Information from Southwestern Pennsylvania Legal Services, Inc. on your rights under the Fair Credit Billing Act. Content Detail
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Brochures for Older Consumers
Listing of information brochures on a number of topics for seniors from the National Consumer Law Center. Content Detail
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Bureau of Consumer Protection
Information and services for consumers from the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General provided by its Bureau of Consumer Protection. Content Detail
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Bureau of Consumer Protection
Information from the Erie County Bar Association concerning PA Bureau of Consumer Protection. Content Detail
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Cell Phones and Cellular Calling Plans
The Pennsylvania Attorney General offers some tips when considering the purchase of a cellular phone and wireless plan. Content Detail
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Checklist for opening a bank or credit union account
Information you need to know when opening a checking or savings account bank or credit union. Content Detail
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Choosing a Career or Vocational School
Information from the Federal Trade Commission for consumers when considering vocational schools and career options. Content Detail
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Consumer Action Handbook
The General Services Administration (GSA) updates and publishes this valuable resource every year. In this handbook, the GSA's Office of Citizen Services brings you the latest information on your consumer rights and responsibilities. Content Detail
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Consumer Fotonovelas
As part of it's ongoing effort to raise awareness about scams targeting the Latino community, the FTC has developed a series of “fotonovelas” in Spanish. The stories are based on complaints to the FTC from Spanish speakers throughout the nation and offer practical tips to help detect and stop common scams. Read More
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Consumer.gov
Comprehensive resouce for consumer information from the federal government Content Detail
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Consumer Information from the Federal Trade Commission
This section of the FTC website offers practical information on a variety of consumer topics. The information here can help you avoid rip-offs and exercise your consumer rights. Content Detail
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Consumer Protection
Information for consumers from the SeniorLAW Center. [PDF] Content Detail