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Los Angeles fire victims may face another threat – rental scams
Rental scams are nothing new, they’ve been around for years. But in the wake of the devastating Los Angeles fires that have displaced thousands of people,
Los Angeles Fire Chief Faces Calls for Resignation
As a disastrous fire continues to burn on the city’s west side, some are calling Chief Kristin Crowley to account: Why wasn’t the city better prepared?
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FTC issues over $5 million in refunds to victims of credit repair scheme
A November 2022 lawsuit filed by the organization alleged ACRO Services stole millions of dollars from customers under the promise of reduced credit card debt within 12 to 18 months.
FTC refers Snap complaint alleging its chatbot harms young users
In a rare move, the FTC issued a statement that revealed it referred a complaint against Snap to the DOJ, alleging that an AI-powered chatbot is harmful to users.
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The Schall Law Firm Invites Shareholders With Losses To Join An Inquiry Into Dave Inc. For Securities Law Violations
LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 20 ... Dave is the subject of a DOJ and FTC civil enforcement action announced on December 30, 2024. The government alleges that the Company and its co-founder, President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman ...
Fashion Nova customers get $2.4 million in refunds over allegations it hid negative reviews
The Federal Trade Commission is sending refunds totaling nearly $2.4 million to customers of fast fashion retailer Fashion Nova.
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FTC sues PepsiCo, alleging price discrimination is raising costs for consumers
The Federal Trade Commission is suing PepsiCo for alleged price discrimination in the final days of the Biden administration.
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California lawmakers move to speed up rebuilding, recovery in Los Angeles with new legislation
Lawmakers from across California announced new legislative proposals Thursday intended to speed up rebuilding and recovery efforts in Los Angeles County as thousands remain evacuated from their homes.
Los Angeles real estate agent charged with price-gouging family evacuated in Eaton Fire
California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced Monday a Los Angeles-area real estate agent is being charged with price-gouging, accused of trying to rent a home in Glendale for 50% more than the listing price to a family evacuated in the Eaton Fire.
Overcoming information overload: LAEDC's strategy for aiding businesses post-wildfires
The LAEDC estimates that about 1,843 businesses were located within the burn zone of Los Angeles' recent fires, employing about 11,400 workers. Here's how agency aims to help.
California wildfires: What we know about L.A.-area fires, what caused them, who is affected and more
Fueled by powerful winds and dry conditions, a series of ferocious wildfires erupted the second week of January and roared across the Los Angeles area.
Nearly 2 in 3 Americans say money in their bank accounts not up with inflation, survey says
A new WalletHub survey reveals how Americans feel about their banks in 2025, from inflation concerns to what matters most when choosing an account.