The increased use of credit cards, advancing technology, and a poor economy have given rise to an increasing number of identity theft cases. An identity theft expert says, however, there are simple ways identity theft can be prevented. January was

Identity Theft: It’s Out of Your Hands - PC Magazine
Have you noticed that along with copious stories about the state of the economy, you’re seeing more and more reports of crimes large and small? I’m talking about everything from shoplifting to Madoff-caliber Ponzi schemes. Is it any wonder that

Survey: Identity theft up, but costs fall sharply - Silicon Valley
NEW YORK The number of Americans ensnared by identity theft is on the rise, but victims are striking back more quickly and limiting how much is stolen. In 2008, the number of identity theft cases jumped 22 percent to 9.9 million, according to a

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