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FTC Warns Consumers About Online Dating Scams
The Federal Trade Commission warns about online romance scams intended to steal your money. Read More
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Criminal Expungement Intake Clinic in Philadelphia - February 8
PA State Rep. John Taylor, in conjunction with Community Legal Services and Temple Law will host a FREE Criminal Expungement Clinic on Thursday, Feb. 8, from 5-7 pm, at the Bridesburg Recreation Center in Philadelphia. Read More
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Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program Applications Now Available
Application forms for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program are now available for eligible Pennsylvanians to begin claiming rebates on property taxes or rent paid in 2017. The deadline to apply for a rebate is June 30, 2018. Read More
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Pro Bono FEMA Legal Clinic to Help Puerto Rican Evacuees Secure Disaster Relief in Philadelphia - January 20
Free Assistance for Victims of Hurricane Maria on January 20, 2018 beginning at 10:00 am at Esperanza College in Philadelphia. Read More
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Delaware County Expungement Clinic - MLK Day of Service: January 15, 2018
State Senator Anthony H. Williams and State Representative Joanna McClinton, in partnership with Legal Aid of Southeastern PA and the Chester Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta will be holding a Delaware County Expungement Clinic on Monday, January 15, 2018 in Yeadon, PA. Read More
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2018 Tax Filing Season Begins Jan. 29, Tax Returns Due April 17; Help Available for Taxpayers
The Internal Revenue Service announced that the nation’s tax season will begin Monday, Jan. 29, 2018 and reminded taxpayers claiming certain tax credits that refunds won’t be available before late February. Read More
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PA Attorney General: Gym Membership Tips to Help Avoid Scams
Attorney General Josh Shapiro is encouraging Pennsylvanians to carefully examine any contract they sign before joining a health club, and offering tips so they understand their legal rights. Read More
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PUC Offers Tips on How to Stay Safe and Warm During Cold Weather
With frigid temperatures blasting Pennsylvania, the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission reminded residents across the state that preparation and awareness are essential parts of winter safety. Read More
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Get Ready for Taxes: Filing Electronically a Safe, Easy Way to File
This is one of a series of reminders from the IRS to help taxpayers prepare for the upcoming tax filing season. Read More
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Free Family Law Help Desk in Scranton - December 27
Lackawanna Pro Bono is sponsoring a Free Family Law Help Desk on December 27, 2017 at the Family Court Administration Office, 200 Adams Ave., Scranton, PA. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Read More
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Attorney General Josh Shapiro Settles Case Against Company for Violating PA’s “Do-Not-Call” Law
Attorney General Josh Shapiro has announced a $50,000 settlement with Sperian Energy Corp, a retail energy supplier that violated PA’s Do-Not-Call Law and called people on the list who do not want to receive these kinds of calls. Read More
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Beware of Holiday Shopping Scams
As the holiday season arrives, Attorney General Josh Shapiro is warning Pennsylvanians to beware of scams and deceptive advertising while shopping at stores or online this year. Read More
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Free Family Law Help Desk in Scranton - November 29
Sponsored by Lackawanna Pro Bono, this FREE event will provide the opportunity for low income individuals who have family law problems in Lackawanna County to meet briefly with a lawyer - FREE OF CHARGE - to discuss their legal problem. Read More
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Attorney General Josh Shapiro Calls on Consumers to File for Restitution from Western Union for Wire Transfer Scams
Attorney General Shapiro announced that Pennsylvanians who were deceived into sending payments to scam artists through Western Union can now seek restitution from a fund set up to help victims across the Commonwealth and the country. Read More
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PUC Joins PA Department of Human Services to Kick Off Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Season
On Nov. 1, the PA Public Utility Commission joined with the Dept. of Human Services and the Dept. of Aging, along with human service organizations and utilities, to mark the start of the the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, for the 2017-18 winter heating season. Read More
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