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Refunds for Some TracFone Wireless Customers
Refunds for Some TracFone Wireless Customers Posted: 2/10/2015

Are you a customer of TracFone Wireless or its brands Straight Talk, Net10, Simple Mobile, or Telcel America? If so, you may be in for a refund thanks to a recent settlement between the Federal Trade .... Read more

Tags: refunds, settlement
Think Outside the Candy Box this Valentine
Think Outside the Candy Box this Valentine's Day Posted: 2/6/2015

February 14, Valentine’s Day, is fast approaching. Whether you’re single, attached, or your relationship falls in the “it’s complicated” category, if you’re looking for a way to change things up a lit.... Read more

Tags: events, consumer tips
BCA
BCA's V-Day Craft Contest Posted: 1/30/2015

Are you into arts and crafts? With Valentine’s Day approaching, Business Consumer Alliance wants to reward you with a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card by participating in “BCA’s V-Day Craft Contest.... Read more

Tags: contest, events
Safe Travel Tips for Super Bowl Sunday
Safe Travel Tips for Super Bowl Sunday Posted: 1/29/2015

Super Bowl Sunday is not only one of the largest global sporting events, but it is also one of the most dangerous days to be on the road. Huge parties and events are planned for the day and a good num.... Read more

Tags: events, consumer tips, rideshare
Kim
Kim's Catch: Colleagues in Law Posted: 1/20/2015

Distressed homeowners behind on payments and facing foreclosure often feel there is nowhere to turn for help. This is no doubt what led a number of consumers to place their trust in Colleagues in Law .... Read more

Tags: Kim's Catch, Colleagues in Law, loan modification
How to Take Steps to Avoid Foreclosure
How to Take Steps to Avoid Foreclosure Posted: 1/15/2015

The possibility of losing your home is frightening. If you are in danger of falling behind on your mortgage payments, or if you are already behind, now is the time to take action. Business Consumer Al.... Read more

Tags: foreclosure, loan modification, mortgage services
Changes to Federal Cooling-Off Rule
Changes to Federal Cooling-Off Rule Posted: 1/13/2015

The FTC has amended its Cooling-Off Rule, a regulation enacted to address unfair and deceptive sales practices conducted at consumers' homes or locations other than the seller's place of business. The.... Read more

Tags: cooling off rules, consumer tips
Are You Winter Ready?
Are You Winter Ready? Posted: 1/12/2015

With winter chills already upon us, Business Consumer Alliance asks, "Is your home and vehicle winter ready?" Whether you're experiencing crisp brisk conditions or braving harsh biting frost, there ar.... Read more

Tags: consumer tips
California Employers Prepare for New Paid Sick Leave Law
California Employers Prepare for New Paid Sick Leave Law Posted: 1/7/2015

California business owners should be prepared for a new law pertaining to sick leave that takes effect in 2015. The Healthy Workplaces/Healthy Families Act of 2014 (AB 1522) calls for ALL California e.... Read more

Tags: employment law, business tips
Keurig Recalls Over 7 Million Faulty Coffee Makers
Keurig Recalls Over 7 Million Faulty Coffee Makers Posted: 12/23/2014

Keurig Green Mountain is best known for producing coffee makers that use disposable, single serve coffee pods. On Tuesday, the company issued a voluntary recall notice for more than 7 million units s.... Read more

Tags: recall, consumer tips