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Harry Reid denies link to payday lender donor scandal

Mon, 13 May 2013 18:18:11 -0400

WASHINGTON - By MATT CANHAM

Judge OKs class-action settlement over Skechers

Mon, 13 May 2013 14:43:26 -0400

LOUISVILLE, Kentucky - A federal judge approved a $40 million class-action settlement Monday between Skechers USA Inc. and consumers who bought toning shoes after ads made unfounded claims that the footwear would help people lose weight and strengthen muscles.

Feds get closer look at fake mobile bill charges

Wed, 08 May 2013 21:33:14 -0400

WASHINGTON - When a mysterious, unauthorized fee appears on your cellphone bill, it's called "cramming" and consumer advocates and regulators worry it's emerging as a significant problem as people increasingly ditch their landlines for wireless phones.

FTC puts background check sites on notice

Tue, 07 May 2013 18:16:08 -0400

WASHINGTON - Federal regulators on Tuesday warned several companies that the quick, easy background checks they are providing online might violate the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Be wary of 'tax relief' companies, which can be ripoffs

Mon, 06 May 2013 15:17:56 -0400

By CLAUDIA BUCK - Maria Garcia never dreamed she would land in so much trouble with the IRS. But a few years ago, she found herself owing about $32,000 in back taxes -- a situation she says was partly caused by a family member fraudulently using her name and Social Security number for work.