About Literary Contest Cautions
Information on fraudulent writing contests, with tips on how to check the legitimacy of a contest. Information about specific contests to avoid. |
Am I A Fraud Victim?
Information provided by Trans Union to determine if you are a victim of credit fraud. |
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners
International 25,000-member professional organization dedicated to fighting fraud and white-collar crime. |
Avoid Becoming a Victim of Credit Card Fraud
Information for merchants who operate e-commerce sites on recognizing signs of fraud and what to do if you become a victim. |
Cagey Consumer
Provides information, news, alerts and resources to assist consumers in identifying scams and bad deals. |
Catch a Conman
Relates experience with a purported "healer" known as Rick Kendrick. Visitors encouraged to submit information about other known criminals/con artists. |
Citizens For Justice
Domain registered by Dunston Communications, invites submission of cases to be judged by Internet jury, presided over by Judge X and associates. Newsletter available. |
Counterfeiting
Article about the spread of counterfeit cash, and the art of J.S.G. Boggs. |
Crime Control Center.com
A network of forensic, fraud, industrial espionage and investigation experts who assist businesses in the identification, prevention and detection of business criminal activities. |
Crimes of Persuasion
Information on the workings and scope of telemarketing and investment fraud and consumer scams. |
Fed Up With Bally Total Fitness Heath Clubs
Dissatisfied members share experiences with Bally Total Fitness. Post complaints, locate information about class action lawsuits. Forum for posting messages. (Contains some vulgar language) |
Fraud Aid
Fraud secrets revealed, especially financial fraud. |
Hagmaier Watch: Victims of Fraud
Resource site for victims of Carlton J. Hagmaier, the former general agent for Guardian Life Insurance Company. |
Hang Up On Fraud
Mini-lesson on how to avoid becoming a victim of fraud. |
HealthCentral Internet Hoax Watch
News, commentary, and links on internet hoaxes. (Not just medical hoaxes.) |
HNC Fraud Consulting
Company offering fraud management services. |
House of Con Games
Thumbnail description of major types of con games and swindles. (advisory: music at site) |
Insurance Frauds Information
Information on how to avoid becoming a victim of insurance fraud provided by the New York State Insurance Department. |
Le Club Ponzi
Site mocks Le Club Prive, alleging it to be a fraudulent and illegal Ponzi club. |
Lies People Tell
Real lies from real lives. |
Life Advice: Being a Victim of Fraud
Information provided by Met Life on fraud, identity theft and insurance fraud. |
Pyramid Scheme Alert
International organization to expose, study and prevent illegal pyramid schemes. Site includes news, alerts, resources, legal information and consumer information. |
Pyramid Scheme Scam Calculator
Tool that illustrates how pyramid schemes defraud participants. |
Quatloos
Seeks to educate about various types of scams and frauds, how these deals really work, and how to manage the risks. |
Russian Dating Agencies Black List
Describes the mail order bride scam industry with emphasis on Russia, Ukraine, Belarus and other countries of the former Soviet Union; anti-scam advice, list of fake agencies. |
Scam Alerts and Information
National Security Institute page with links to descriptions of various scams: investment, job, automotive, charity, work at home, and business. |
Scams
Highlights of historical scams, frauds, bubbles, pyramids, cons and humbugs. |
Scams 101
Amusing site providing information on all types of scams. |
Stamford Veitch
Information sought regarding victims defrauded by Stamford Veitch. |
Taxpayers Against Fraud
Nonprofit organization dedicated to preventing fraud against the U.S. government. |
The Better Business Bureau Central Web Server for U.S. and Canada
Better Business Bureaus can alert you to complaints against companies in your area. |
Verify Fraud
Information about credit card fraud including advice, support groups, message boards, fraud research, and fraud prevention resources. |
WorldWideWhistleblowers
Speak out about unethical business practices, corruption, and vital social issues without reprisal. News, links, case studies, and updates. |
