http://www.nysconsumer.gov/informing/advisories_and_releases/ Consumer Press Releases listed in RSS en-us Thu Aug 26 10:12:33 EDT 2010 Thu Aug 26 10:12:33 EDT 2010 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.nysconsumer.gov/informing/advisories_and_releases/2010/aug272010.htm The NYS Consumer Protection Board (CPB) is today commending Toys"R"Us, Babies"R"Us and their participating suppliers for launching the third "Great Trade-In" event, an innovative safety program designed to remove potentially unsafe old and second-hand children's products from homes, day care centers and other locations. The past two "Great Trade-In" events led to the return of nearly 200,000 used and potentially unsafe children's products around the country. webmaster@consumer.state.ny.us 7ZLA1Gv50hW626h7wQZq1282831879 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 10:11:20 EDT http://www.nysconsumer.gov/informing/advisories_and_releases/2010/aug262010.htm To mark the 75th anniversary of the Social Security Program, the New York State Consumer Protection Board (CPB) is reminding consumers of the importance of safeguarding their Social Security number, which can be used by scammers to commit identity theft and as a gateway to access other personally identifying information. Identity theft affects more than 10 million Americans each year. webmaster@consumer.state.ny.us AlcBYbV4wWF444K9QD6m1282830983 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 09:56:23 EDT http://www.nysconsumer.gov/informing/advisories_and_releases/2010/aug252010.htm The New York State Consumer Protection Board (CPB) and the New York State Office of Emergency Management (NYSOEM) today urged Western New York residents to be wary of anyone who comes to their home offering storm cleanup or repair services. In the wake of recent storms, many New Yorkers were left with significant damage to their property caused by wind, rain and fallen trees or branches. Scammers may target storm victims, especially because homeowners, renters and businesses in Cattaraugus, Allegany, Chautauqua, Erie and Wyoming counties are eligible for low-interest loans issued by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for costs not covered by insurance. webmaster@consumer.state.ny.us Z3yaSQSO9GPlLQwk3HgS1282686635 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 17:50:35 EDT http://www.nysconsumer.gov/informing/advisories_and_releases/2010/aug192010.htm The New York State Consumer Protection Board (CPB) is alerting consumers to new rules taking effect on August 22nd that will offer greater protection and additional rights to users of credit and gift cards. webmaster@consumer.state.ny.us mKoqXAaVNlN7OlBx9RWc1282076147 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 16:15:47 EDT http://www.nysconsumer.gov/informing/advisories_and_releases/2010/aug172010.htm The New York State Consumer Protection Board (CPB) hails the enactment of an update to the State’s Do Not Call telemarketing law that address new practices which “game the system.” New Law Addresses Telemarketing Abuses and Regulates “Robo” Calls webmaster@consumer.state.ny.us TNuY994ArjViARaKaLMK1282051724 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 09:28:44 EDT http://www.nysconsumer.gov/informing/advisories_and_releases/2010/aug122010.htm The New York State Consumer Protection Board (CPB) is alerting consumers to new options that are available regarding overdrafts charges for transactions made with debit and ATM cards. webmaster@consumer.state.ny.us qINuDc5ktYv1L8wBLcdp1281559698 Wed, 11 Aug 2010 16:48:18 EDT http://www.nysconsumer.gov/informing/advisories_and_releases/2010/aug042010.htm The New York State Consumer Protection Board (CPB) hails the enactment of a new law that will provide consumers with important information about rebate offers made by manufacturers and retailers. webmaster@consumer.state.ny.us dXtCUTLpWtcrCoClrChf1280928769 Wed, 04 Aug 2010 09:32:49 EDT http://www.nysconsumer.gov/informing/advisories_and_releases/2010/july192010.htm The New York State Consumer Protection Board's (CPB) Shred the Word! program is coming back to the Capital Region. The CPB is teaming up with the Tri-City Valley Cats, the Capital Region's minor league baseball team, and 3N Document Destruction to bring information, resources and the opportunity to shred personal records for free to fans and the general public. Shredding is a proven deterrent of "dumpster diving" and identity theft. All parking at "The Joe" is free. webmaster@consumer.state.ny.us dtB1gMxVP4uzsh4mElXy1279556549 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 12:22:29 EDT http://cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10294.html Opening windows in your home to enjoy the warmer temperatures may seem harmless, but windows have proven to be sources of injury and death for young children. In recent weeks, several children have fallen from windows and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) data indicates that on average, about eight deaths occur yearly to children five years or younger while an estimated 3,300 children five and younger are treated each year in U.S. hospital emergency departments. Hospitalization was required for about 34 percent of these children after falling from a window. webmaster@consumer.state.ny.us ohk8bWocUUs1wvhLJz9n1278429692 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 11:21:32 EDT http://www.nysconsumer.gov/informing/advisories_and_releases/2010/july22010.htm As the Deepwater Horizon oil spill continues to unfold in the Gulf of Mexico, the New York State Consumer Protection Board (CPB) is warning consumers to beware of fraudulent charitable solicitations relating to the clean-up effort and to assisting businesses and communities affected by the disaster. webmaster@consumer.state.ny.us m8yAsXyxGjodlpLbst8M1278101856 Fri, 02 Jul 2010 16:17:36 EDT http://www.nysconsumer.gov/informing/advisories_and_releases/2010/june302010.htm Whether you’re traveling this summer or taking a stay-cation, the New York State Consumer Protection Board (CPB) has resources that can help you enjoy a safe, relaxing time. webmaster@consumer.state.ny.us HREFr1L5cXIYiaOdgpLP1278101045 Fri, 02 Jul 2010 16:04:05 EDT http://www.nysconsumer.gov/informing/advisories_and_releases/2010/apr29roc2010.htm Rochester, NY - - Doing your spring cleaning? The New York State Consumer Protection Board (CPB), the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) and Classified Shredding Services can help you safely dispose of your unwanted records and documents at its free public Shredding Day on Wednesday, May 5, 2010 from 9:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. The event is open to the public and will be held at Classic Shredding Services, 425 Paul Road, just four miles west of the Rochester airport. webmaster@consumer.state.ny.us SHRED THE WORD! hGeoHVMpo99ySj65JGCm1275423611 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:20:11 EDT http://www.nysconsumer.gov/informing/advisories_and_releases/2010/apr162010.htm Albany -- (April 16, 2010) -- A meeting of the Advisory Council on Interactive Media and Youth Violence will be held at 1:30pm on Thursday, April 22, 2010 at the New York State Office for Mental Health, 44 Holland Avenue, 8th Floor Conference Room, Albany, New York 12229. webmaster@consumer.state.ny.us 3YLDWZnJlsED5Lt93QAP1275482214 Wed, 02 Jun 2010 08:36:54 EDT http://www.nysconsumer.gov/informing/advisories_and_releases/2010/apr29buf2010.htm Buffalo, NY -- Doing your spring cleaning? The New York State Consumer Protection Board (CPB) can help you safely dispose of your unwanted records and documents at its free public Shredding Day on Tuesday, May 4, 2010 from 10:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. The event is open to the public and will be held on the SUNY Buffalo North Campus in the Jarvis B Lot near the Lee Entrance off the Audubon Parkway. webmaster@consumer.state.ny.us SHRED THE WORD! 3YLDWZnJlsED5Lt93QAP1275482214 Wed, 02 Jun 2010 08:36:54 EDT