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OfficeDepotMax and Support.com to settle FTC allegations for $35 million for tricking customers into buying costly computer repair services

WASHINGTON (Heartland Newsfeed) -- OfficeDepotMax and a California-based technical support software provider have agreed to settle allegations made by the Federal Trade Commission, citing the companies tricked Office Depot customers into buying millions of dollars' worth of computer repair and technical support services by deceptively claiming their software had found malware on customer computers. The parties agreed to pay a total of $35 million in the settlement. As part of these settlements, OfficeDepotMax has agreed to pay $25 million while […]

todayMarch 29, 2019 71

Business & Lifestyle

How small businesses can ship their products safely and effectively

When you run a small business, it’s extremely easy to get caught up in the process of actually selling products to customers. But once a customer has clicked “buy” online, your journey hasn’t come to an end. Sure, you may well have secured a profit, but you’re going to have to actually get the item to them. Shipping is generally perceived to be a pretty straightforward process. But you do have to draw a few things into consideration when it […]

todayMarch 9, 2019 29

service america

Business & Lifestyle

Home warranty provider Service America shutting down after 43 years

In business, some companies are so old that they seem invincible. Sears, Kodak, Toys R’ Us – their former dominance made their inevitable fall unthinkable. And yet, as of 2019, all three companies have fallen. Taken down by market forces, they are no longer a part of the consumer landscape. In 2018, the home warranty industry lost one of its own in the same fashion. After 43 years in business, Service America, a company serving many Illinois based customers, has […]

todayMarch 2, 2019 41

Dollar General

Business & Lifestyle

Dollar General ‘DG Baby Gripe Water’ recalled for undissolved ingredient

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. (UPI) -- Bottles of herbal water for infants that were sold at Dollar General stores is being recalled due to a choking choking hazard, Federal regulators said. DG Baby Gripe Water, sold in four ounce bottles, contains organic ginger and fennel extracts, as well as a citrus flavonoid, a compound usually soluble in water. The Food and Drug Administration said the flavonoid may be undissolved in certain bottles and could cause difficulty swallowing. New York-based manufacturer Kingston Pharma […]

todayFebruary 18, 2019 42

Serving success restaurant

Business & Lifestyle

Serving success: insider secrets from the restaurant biz

Anyone who has thought about running a restaurant or eatery for a significant amount of time has thought it will be easy. They have believed that they can loiter around all day, speak to customers dining in and maybe whipping something tasty in the kitchen every once in a while. However, a little thing called reality shows that the hospitality and food-service industry is different -- by a wide margin -- contrary to popular belief. It can sometimes be a […]

todayJanuary 25, 2019 37

family car safety

Automotive News

Guide to keeping your family safe in the car

Nothing is more important than the safety of your family. The measures taken and decisions made on the road all have an impact on being safe in your car. Whether you’re heading on a long trip or making the school run, you’ll want to do everything possible to keep your family safe. Choosing a car that’s built for safety Choosing the right vehicle for your family is the first step to ensuring road safety. You might be used to compact […]

todayJanuary 22, 2019 45

fleet management

Automotive News

Choosing the best company for fleet management

Considering the huge scope of fleet tracking systems available today, even greater emphasis is placed on the company you opt to utilize. There are lots of businesses in the country that have different vehicle management systems available for purchase. However, you need to find a top quality company in order to benefit from a top quality system. Vehicle tracking marks a substantial amount of your money and efforts. You need to make sure your business’s capital is being spent on […]

todayJanuary 22, 2019 30

SoFi

Business & Lifestyle

Student loan servicer SoFi settles charges with FTC, agrees to end false claims about loan refinance savings

Online student loan refinancer SoFi has agreed to stop misrepresenting how much money student loan borrowers have saved or will save from refinancing their loans with the company, in order to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that it deceptively advertised inflated figures for more than two years. In a complaint against Social Finance, Inc. and subsidiary SoFi Lending Corp., the FTC alleged that since at least April 2016, they made prominent false statements about loan refinancing savings in television, print, […]

todayJanuary 21, 2019 16

phishing attacks

Business & Lifestyle

Spear phishing scammers want more from you

“I’m calling from [pick any bank]. Someone’s been using your debit card ending in 2345 at [pick any retailer]. I’ll need to verify your Social Security number — which ends in 8190, right? — and full debit card information so we can stop this unauthorized activity…” So the caller ID shows the name of your bank and the caller knows some of your personal details. Does that mean it’s legit? No. It’s a scam — and scammers are counting on […]

todayJanuary 18, 2019 24

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