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Attorneys Beware: The Check Scam

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The result is greater efficiency and ease for both the attorney and client in most cases. Unfortunately, however, we see situations where attorneys are too trusting of purported clients and fall victim to fraud. Initially, the attorney is contacted via email by the purported client (“PC”).

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Avoid COVID Mortgage Relief Scams

Diane Drain

If you are behind on your mortgage, beware of mortgage relief scams. Here are some red flags that can help you spot and avoid mortgage relief scams: You’re asked to pay up front for help. Check out consumerfinance.gov/housing via @CFPB. Avoid foreclosure rescue scams. There is free foreclosure help.

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Lawyer Tech Tips: Things That Go Bump in Legal Tech!

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Anne Haag: Beware the Internet of (Eerie) Things. In large part, remote-work tech tools have been a boon during the past months. But danger lurks behind certain tech when working from home. SOMETHING WICKED THIS WAY COMES. Working remotely, whether part-time or full-time, requires a variety of technology.

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