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TN Attorney General’s Consumer Advocate Division Announces Big Win Preventing Major Increases in Consumers’ Water Bills
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TN AG Division of Consumer Affairs Issues Consumer Alert Reminding Veterans and Service Members to File Claims in Harris Jewelry Settlement
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TN AG Division of Consumer Affairs Warns Tennesseans of Website Scammers Posing as Dealerships
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TDCI Urges Tennessee Consumers To Have a Safe & Scam-Free Labor Day
Friday, August 30, 2019 | 07:12amNASHVILLE – 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.
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TDCI: Are You Ready To Rent?
Friday, August 23, 2019 | 08:04amNASHVILLE – 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.
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Scam Prevention Session Targets Chattanooga Consumers on Aug. 15
Tuesday, August 13, 2019 | 07:30amThe 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 | 08:43amNASHVILLE – 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.
Fire Prevention | Consumer Affairs | Commerce & Insurance | Regulatory Boards | Insurance | Securities
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TDCI Shares Results from National Survey of Consumer Complaints
Tuesday, July 30, 2019 | 10:15amNASHVILLE – 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.
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Passage of New Legislation Will Benefit Consumers, Public Servants
Monday, July 01, 2019 | 10:43amNASHVILLE – 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.
Fire Prevention | Consumer Affairs | Commerce & Insurance | Law Enforcement Training
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TDCI Shares Tips Ahead of Elder Abuse Awareness Day (Saturday, June 15)
Monday, June 10, 2019 | 10:21amNASHVILLE – 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.
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TDCI Offers Free Document Shredding/Drug Take-Back in Jackson on June 8
Thursday, May 30, 2019 | 01:48pmNASHVILLE – 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 | 12:10pmNASHVILLE – 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 | 09:45amNASHVILLE – 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 | 08:38amNASHVILLE – 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.