Los Angeles fire cleanup complicated by 'unprecedented' number of EVs with combustible lithium-ion batteries
California wildfire cleanup is complicated by highly combustible lithium-ion batteries found in electric and hybrid vehicles ...
Flawed emergency alert systems lagged when residents needed them most during Los Angeles wildfires
When disaster strikes, government emergency alert systems offer a simple promise: Residents will get information about nearby ...
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FTC issues over $5 million in refunds to victims of credit repair scheme
The Federal Trade Commission will issue over $5 million in refunds to 7,687 victims of the credit card debt relief scheme ...
Why Dumping Seawater on Blazes Isn’t the Answer to California’s Wildfire Problem
Firefighting planes are dumping water from the ocean on the Los Angeles fires, but using saltwater is typically a last resort ...
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After disasters, people are especially vulnerable to scams. Here’s how to protect yourself
While disasters can lead scammers to take advantage of vulnerable groups by impersonating representatives from relief and ...
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Los Angeles fire victims may face another threat – rental scams
Rental scams are nothing new, they’ve been around for years. But in the wake of the devastating Los Angeles fires that have ...
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FTC sues PepsiCo, alleging price discrimination is raising costs for consumers
The Federal Trade Commission is suing PepsiCo for alleged price discrimination in the final days of the Biden administration.
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Dave Inc. Is Being Investigated For Securities Fraud And Affected Investors Are Urged To Contact The Schall Law Firm
LOS ANGELES, CA / ACCESS Newswire / January 23 ... Dave is the subject of a DOJ and FTC civil enforcement action announced on December 30, 2024. The government alleges that the Company and its ...