Showing posts with label consumer law. Show all posts
Showing posts with label consumer law. Show all posts
Monday, March 23, 2026

Federal Court Upholds New York's Limits on Unauthorized Practice of Law

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A recent federal court decision in New York has reinforced longstanding restrictions on the unauthorized practice of law, highlighting the b...
Monday, February 9, 2026

Schuyler County Attorney warns residents to beware of Valentine’s Day scams, including “sweetheart” romance frauds

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With Valentine’s Day approaching, Schuyler County Attorney Steven J. Getman today urged residents to stay vigilant against “sweetheart” scam...
Monday, January 12, 2026

Schuyler County Attorney Warns Seniors About Nationwide “Gold Bar” Scam

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Watkins Glen, NY — Schuyler County Attorney Steven J. Getman is urging senior residents and their families to be aware of a growing nationw...
Monday, December 29, 2025

Schuyler County Attorney Highlights Key New York State Laws Taking Effect in 2026

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As New Yorkers prepare to ring in the new year, several significant laws are set to take effect in 2026 that will impact residents across th...
Monday, August 18, 2025

Schuyler County Attorney Warns Residents of Rising Text and Phone Scams

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Schuyler County Attorney Steven J. Getman is alerting residents to a surge in fraudulent text messages, phone calls, and websites targeting...
Monday, February 24, 2025

Tips for New Yorkers to Protect Themselves from Predatory Debt Collectors

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New York State officials have released a guide to help New Yorkers use the state’s Exempt Income Protection Act (EIPA) to protect their mon...
Monday, October 21, 2024

New Yorkers warned: be cautious in charitable giving for hurricane relief

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New York State official s are reminding New Yorkers seeking to provide support to victims of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton to look O...
Tuesday, February 27, 2024

Schuyler County officials unveil consumer pamphlets and information as part of National Consumer Protection Week

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Watkins Glen, NY—Schuyler County officials are joining government agencies nationwide to commemorate National Consumer Protection Week. The...
Monday, April 24, 2023

County Officials Warn: Be aware of unsolicited property offers. “Know your rights before you sign.”

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Schuyler County Clerk Theresa Philbin and County Attorney Steven Getman are warning property owners to be aware of unsolicited offers to buy...
Monday, April 12, 2021

Second Amendment Legal Update: April, 2021

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A monthly update, prepared for the Schuyler County Chapter of S.C.O.P.E. NY , a statewide 501(c)4 organization dedicated to preserving the ...
Monday, April 5, 2021

The top consumer scams perpetrated against New Yorkers in 2020

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New York State officials have released a list of the top consumer scams perpetrated against New Yorkers in 2020, many of which had to do wi...
Monday, November 25, 2019

Holiday Shopping Season: Beware these "Black Friday" and "Cyber Monday" scams.

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With Thanksgiving only a few days away, the public should look out for the oncoming influx of scams tied to holiday shopping. Business In...