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Fraud
Intentional deception resulting in injury to another.
Counterfeit Drugs
Pay attention to packaging. Check for altered or unsealed containers, or changes in the packaging or label. If you know the size shape, color, and taste of the medications you take, you will more easily identify possible counterfeits.
Implied warranties
under state law, consumers are guaranteed certain implied warranties. A “warranty of merchantability” comes automatically with every sale and is the seller’s promise that a product is fit for its ordinary use.
Lemon Law Protection
Lemon Law applies to any new vehicle purchased and registered laws are by state
Lessee
The party to whom the item is leased. In a consumer lease, the lessee is you, the consumer. The lessee is required to make payments and to meet other obligations specified in the lease agreement.
Investment Scams
Steer clear of “offshore investments.” These are often promoted as a way to avoid taxes. Actually, you are still liable for taxes, and the investments themselves are usually very risky
CPSC
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, a Federal Government regulatory agency The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from more than 15,000 types of consumer products
Telemarketer fraud
It’s important to know who you’re dealing with. If a company or charity is unfamiliar, check it out with your state or local consumer agency and the Better Business Bureau.
Medwatch program
You can also report your suspicions about drugs and medications directly to the FDA by calling the Medwatch program at 1-800-332-1088.
Fake Check Scams
Fake check scammers hunt for victims. They scan newspaper and online advertisements for people listing items for sale, and check postings on online job sites from people seeking employment. They place their own ads with phone numbers or email addresses for people to contact them.
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