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Senior Identity Theft

Unfortunately, seniors are more vulnerable to identity theft than most other members of our society. If you or your loved one has been made a victim of identity theft, you should read on and contact a California senior identity theft lawyer here at Loker Law, APC. We have significant experience handling matters of identity theft involving seniors and individuals of all ages, and we are prepared to put that experience to work for you.

California Senior Identity Theft Lawyer | Here for Victims of Fraud

No one should ever have to worry about having their identity stolen. It is a gross invasion of privacy that can spill over into all aspects of our lives. That said, identity theft is more rampant than ever in the digital age, and criminals, schemers, and hackers evolve with it. They’re smarter than ever, and the elderly are more vulnerable than ever. Our California senior identity theft lawyer is dedicated to helping victims of identity theft get their lives back.

Common Types of Senior Identity Theft

There are various ways in which people will exploit the elderly community. Just some of the most common types of senior identity theft that our firm sees are as follows:

  • Fraudulent phone calls or emails, designed to trick people into clicking certain links or handing over certain private information, such as credit card info, Social Security info, or even directly wiring money over to scammers.
  • Looking over the shoulder of elderly persons as they input credit card/PIN numbers, Social Security numbers, or other valuable information.
  • Committing acts of credit card fraud, hoping the person won’t check their statements religiously.

Scammers and other criminals will sometimes even go to lengths of literally digging through the trash, in hopes of finding valuable personal information that wasn’t shredded or properly disposed of. Although there are various preventative actions seniors and others can take to avoid being scammed or frauded, such as shredding documents containing sensitive information, keeping secure passwords, regularly and thoroughly checking account statements, familiarizing themselves with fraudulent phone call/email scams, and more, anyone can still be made a victim of theft.

What Should I Do If My Identity Has Been Stolen?

If you or a loved one has recently had your identity stolen, the first thing you should do is speak with the creditor with whom the account was opened or defrauded. You should then report the fraud to Experian, TransUnion, or Equifax. From here, you should notify the FTC of the fraudulent activity and work to secure your personal information. You should also speak with a competent California senior identity theft lawyer who can inform you of your legal options going forward. Often, when creditors or banks fail to investigate these allegations of fraud, our firm can hold them civilly liable for their actions and pursue damages on our clients’ behalf.

Contact a California Senior Identity Theft Lawyer

Identity theft is overwhelming, and it can leave a person feeling powerless. Though the elderly members of our society are more vulnerable to acts of identity theft, it doesn’t mean we can’t put an end to it, one case at a time. Contact Loker Law, APC today to schedule your free consultation with our firm so we can get started working on your case.

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