Scams of varying degrees of sophistication have recently targeted people living in the state of Ohio. The following are five common schemes that you should be aware of: 1. Imposter Scams Scammers pose as representatives of state or municipal governments, such as the Internal Revenue Service or local courts, in order to demand quick payments...
Recent months have seen a number of sophisticated frauds aimed at people of the state of Michigan. Be aware of the following five common schemes that are currently in use: 1. Bank Impersonation Texts Customers of Northstar Bank have been warned about fraudulent text messages that come from what appears to be the bank and...
Following the discovery that paintings of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and President Donald Trump had been turned to face a wall, the Army suspended the first female commander of a training base in Wisconsin. Col. Sheyla Baez Ramirez has been suspended as the garrison commander of Fort McCoy, according to an undated statement from the...
Stand your ground laws give people the freedom to protect themselves with force without being required by law to leave a dangerous situation. In contrast, duty to retreat regulations mandate that people try to flee a threat before defending themselves with force. The duty to withdraw applies to New Jersey. Residents of New Jersey must...
Massachusetts, one of the most historically significant states in the union, is a master at throwing a party—and not only tea parties… The Old Bay State, a major actor in the early settlement and independence struggle of the nation, is a fantastic site to visit, particularly during a festival in one of its charming tiny...
Numerous intriguing ghost stories involving murder, suicide, and even the occasional cryptid may be found in Oklahoma! Let’s take a deeper look at some of Oklahoma’s most haunted locations: Stone Lion Inn, Guthrie In recent years, paranormal investigators have come to love the Stone Lion Inn. A middle-aged guy and a little girl named Augusta...
Imagine running across a robber on a deserted street in Portland when you’re making your way home from work. The law anticipates that you will attempt to defuse the situation or, if at all possible, leave it. Running away and disengaging shows that you don’t plan to fight. However, it may be acceptable to use...
The state of Georgia has witnessed a notable rise in the number of fraudulent operations that are directed towards its citizens. The following are five common cons that you should be aware of: 1. Frauds involving impersonation Those who engage in fraudulent activities contact individuals under the guise of law enforcement officers or government bodies...
Recently, there has been an increase in the number of different scams that target both residents and visitors in the state of Florida. The following are five common schemes that you should be aware of: 1. Grandparents Scams In order to commit fraud, con artists pose as solicitors or legal agents and contact elderly people...
Employers are required by Illinois paid leave legislation to offer up to 40 hours of paid leave each year, which may be taken for any purpose. This all-inclusive rule guarantees that employees can take protected time off without needing to provide a specific reason for doing so. The Employee Sick Leave Act compels employers with...