Product Description
Identity theft is becoming increasingly common in today's networked world. However, laws are sketchy, and many people have little idea of what legal protections against identity theft exist and what their possible liability may be for the actions of a thief who has stolen their name. This book offers clear, concise tips on how to minimise the possibility of identify theft and what steps to take if you discover your identity has been stolen. It includes a list of resources for more information and assistance in dealing with identity theft. Among the topics it covers are: how to recognise identity theft when it starts to happen to you; how to confirm that you are a victim of identity theft; and, what are the first steps to stopping the crime. Thieves are roaming the Internet and through your trash. They could be anyone around you at any time. But with this handy guide, you can fight back!
About the Author
David H. Holtzman has designed and built numerous information-based software systems and is the owner of several major patents. As CEO and chairman of Opion, a company he founded in 2000, he patented innovative marketing intelligence technology and has consulted on marketing strategy for several large corporations, including Amazon.