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  • Tennessee Consumers Must Be Wary of Hurricane-Related Price Gouging, Scams

    Friday, September 13, 2019 | 10:54am

    NASHVILLE – In the wake of Hurricane Dorian’s recent landfall in North Carolina, Tennessee Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III and the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) are urging Tennessee consumers to be alert to potential price gouging, charity scams, and the sale of water-damaged vehicles.

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  • TDCI Urges Tennessee Consumers To Have a Safe & Scam-Free Labor Day

    Friday, August 30, 2019 | 07:12am

    NASHVILLE – The Labor Day holiday (Monday, Sept.2) marks the unofficial end of summer, making it the perfect opportunity for Tennessee consumers to enjoy a final getaway over the long weekend or attend an outdoor event with family and friends.

    Fire Prevention | Consumer Affairs | Commerce & Insurance

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  • TDCI: Are You Ready To Rent?

    Friday, August 23, 2019 | 08:04am

    NASHVILLE – As classes at colleges and universities across Tennessee get underway, students will be renting apartments and houses—some for the first time. To help all tenants be prepared and stay fire-safe, the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) urges renters of all ages and backgrounds to be aware of their rights as tenants and to always practice fire safety in their homes.

    Fire Prevention | Consumer Affairs | Commerce & Insurance

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  • Scam Prevention Session Targets Chattanooga Consumers on Aug. 15

    Tuesday, August 13, 2019 | 07:30am

    The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s (TDCI) Division of Consumer Affairs is partnering with the Urban League of Greater Chattanooga to provide scam-fighting tips to consumers from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (EDT) on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019.

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  • TDCI Shares 'Back to School' Consumer Tips

    Monday, August 05, 2019 | 08:43am

    NASHVILLE – With a new school year getting underway this week for many Tennessee parents and students, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) is reminding consumers that education doesn’t stop in the classroom. TDCI’s divisions are offering consumers tips and reminders to help ensure your back-to-school season is safe and scam-free after school is in session.

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  • TDCI Shares Results from National Survey of Consumer Complaints

    Tuesday, July 30, 2019 | 10:15am

    NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s (TDCI) Division of Consumer Affairs is sharing today results of a national survey conducted by the Consumer Federation of America (CFA) compiling national consumer complaint information.

    Consumer Affairs | Commerce & Insurance

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  • Passage of New Legislation Will Benefit Consumers, Public Servants

    Monday, July 01, 2019 | 10:43am

    NASHVILLE – New legislative measures will deepen the State of Tennessee’s commitment to firefighters, police officers and members of the military while enhancing existing consumer laws that protect the Volunteer State’s vulnerable adults.

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  • TDCI Shares Tips Ahead of Elder Abuse Awareness Day (Saturday, June 15)

    Monday, June 10, 2019 | 10:21am

    NASHVILLE – As financial scammers continue targeting Tennessee’s vulnerable adults, Governor Bill Lee has proclaimed Saturday, June 15, 2019 as Elder Abuse Awareness Day in Tennessee. In anticipation of this day, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s (TDCI) Securities and Consumer Affairs divisions are joining other Tennessee state agencies to warn seniors and their families in order to help them avoid falling victim to identity theft, financial abuse and scams.

    Consumer Affairs | Securities | Commerce & Insurance

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  • TDCI Offers Free Document Shredding/Drug Take-Back in Jackson on June 8

    Thursday, May 30, 2019 | 01:48pm

    NASHVILLE – Residents of Jackson and the Madison County area can securely shred outdated personal documents and safely dispose of household medications at the Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s (TDCI) Division of Consumer Affairs free document shredding/drug take-back event in Jackson on Saturday, June 8, 2019, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (CDT).

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  • TDCI: Credit Freeze Laws Provide Protection for Identity Theft Victims

    Tuesday, May 28, 2019 | 12:10pm

    NASHVILLE – Consumers beware: Identity theft is on the rise in Tennessee, and it’s costing residents. A recent report from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) shows a more than 20% increase of identity theft in the Volunteer State last year as 6,808 Tennesseans reported being a victim of identity theft. Scam artists have preyed on Tennesseans, making the Tennessee the 21st in the nation for reports of identity theft.

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  • TDCI Promotes Older Americans Month, Provides Tips for Scam Prevention

    Thursday, May 23, 2019 | 09:45am

    NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s (TDCI) Division of Consumer Affairs is proud to join the Administration for Community Living in promoting May as Older Americans Month. The theme of this year’s campaign is “Connect, Create, Contribute,” which encourages older adults and their communities to: • Connect with friends, family, and services that support participation. • Create by engaging in activities that promote learning, health, and personal enrichment. • Contribute time, talent, and life experience to benefit others.

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  • TDCI Joins FCC to Warn Consumers About “One-Ring” Scams

    Monday, May 20, 2019 | 08:38am

    NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) is joining the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to help alert Tennessee consumers to increased reports of “one ring” or “Wangiri” scam robocalls targeting specific area codes in bursts, often calling multiple times in the middle of the night.

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  • TDCI Warns Consumers about Genetic Testing Scams Aimed at Seniors

    Monday, May 06, 2019 | 09:29am

    NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) is joining other state and national regulators to warn consumers about reports of people claiming to represent genetic testing firms who are visiting senior living communities, assisted living facilities and senior centers to swab seniors’ cheeks purportedly to collect genetic material in order to screen for cancer or other life-threatening diseases. Instead, these people are reportedly acquiring consumers’ sensitive personal information under the guise of DNA testing and should be avoided.

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  • TDCI Joins the BBB & Partners for Shred Event on “Secure Your ID Day”

    Wednesday, April 24, 2019 | 11:38am

    NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance’s (TDCI) Division of Consumer Affairs will join the Better Business Bureau and its partners to provide free document shredding in Clarksville, Franklin, and Memphis on Saturday, April 27, 2019.

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  • TDCI Helps Consumers Avoid Home Warranty Scams

    Tuesday, April 23, 2019 | 10:18am

    NASHVILLE – Home warranties, which often cover the repair or replacement of a home’s important appliances and systems, can provide peace of mind to homeowners. But when it comes to purchasing a warranty, the options and coverages can seem overwhelming. To assist consumers, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) is providing tips to help consumers learn more to help them find the right home warranty for them.

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