John J. Flanagan's posts related to Consumer Protection

Senator Flanagan Offers Safety Tips For Holiday Shoppers

Posted by John J. Flanagan on Friday, December 11th, 2009

Senator John J. Flanagan (2nd Senate District) is again reminding residents to be vigilant as they shop this season.  To help consumers protect themselves, especially those who do a majority of their shopping via the Internet, Senator Flanagan has established a special section on his web site – Helpful Holiday Shopping and Safety Tips – with a variety of tips and links to help make the holiday season safer.

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Alert from SCPD: Beware of Text Message Phishing

Posted by John J. Flanagan on Thursday, August 5th, 2010

Suffolk County Police Department Newsletter
Special Alert: Beware of Text Message Phishing                   August 2010

The Suffolk County Police Department’s Identity Theft Unit would like to warn Suffolk County residents of a phishing scheme designed to induce victims into divulging personal information that can be used by ID thieves.

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Senator Flanagan Offers Holiday Shopping Tips

Posted by John J. Flanagan on Thursday, November 18th, 2010

As the holiday season approaches, Senator John J. Flanagan (2nd Senate District) is reminding all Long Islanders to be wary of identity theft and crime as they do their holiday shopping.  To help consumers protect themselves, Senator Flanagan has established a special section on his web site – Helpful Holiday Shopping and Safety Tips – to help make the holiday season safer for shoppers.

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Tips To Protect Yourself From Identity Theft During The Holiday Shopping Season

Posted by John J. Flanagan on Tuesday, November 25th, 2008

It’s not just pick-pockets who steal your credit cards and money anymore. Advances in computer technology have made it possible for ID thieves to ruin your credit and tarnish your good name. Below are tips to protect you and your family this holiday season.

Tips for Smart ShoppingIf you would like a copy of Senator Flanagan's Holiday Identity Theft brochure, please send an e-mail to flanagan@nysenate.gov or call Senator Flanagan's District Office at 631-361-2154

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Tips For Safe Holiday Shopping Tips

Posted by John J. Flanagan on Tuesday, November 25th, 2008

Information on Gift Cards from New York State Comptroller's Office

This information is provided by the New York State Consumer Protection Board (NYSCPB).The NYSCPB is warning consumers to use caution as they look for bargains in stores and online when they are doing their holiday shopping this year. The following links will access information from the NYSCSB:

Refunds, Rebate and Rainchecks

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Protecting Children - Toy Safety Information

Posted by John J. Flanagan on Tuesday, November 25th, 2008

THE UNITED STATES CONSUMER SAFETY COMMISSION RECALL WEBSITE

For a full up to date list of all recalls please visitThe United States Consumer Product Safety Commission Recall Website. Currently, there are over 4,000 recalls and this website lists them in a number of categories:*Recent recalls*By Month and Year*By product company and description*By product category, including Child products, Toys, Household products, Outdoor products, Sports and Recreation products and Specialty products

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Helpful Holiday Safety And Shopping Tips

Posted by John J. Flanagan on Wednesday, November 25th, 2009

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DiNapoli Warns of Lottery Scam Using Fake Checks

Posted by John J. Flanagan on Friday, February 3rd, 2012

DiNapoli Warns of Lottery Scam Using Fake Checks

New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today warned of a lottery scam involving mail containing fraudulent checks that appear to have been issued by New York State.

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Senator Flanagan Urges Residents To Take Advantage Of $3.5 Million Household Appliance Rebate Program

Posted by John J. Flanagan on Tuesday, March 13th, 2012

Rebates Are Available for High-Efficiency Refrigerators and Clothes Washers

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