Shredding paper was my best consumer experience this week, while dealing with my electrical utility was frustrating
By Rita R. Robison My paper shredder works now, which makes me happy. However, talking to my electrical utility is […]
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Banks, telecoms, electronics, retailers among companies requiring forced arbitration
If your bank, cell phone provider, employer, or other company that you conduct business with violated your rights or cheated
Can you stop robocalls?
By Rita R. Robison Over the last year or so, I’ve received dozens of robocalls from Cardholder Services and other
How to be successful when filing insurance claims
Companies that insure homes paid about $35 billion in loss claims last year, and auto insurers say they’re alarmed about
What interests you on Presidents’ Day? Finding bargains, traveling, or celebrating America?
By Rita R. Robison It’s a strange custom. The holiday to honor two great presidents and the history of our
What does Valentine’s Day mean to you?
Does Valentine’s Day mean buying a gift for your partner or taking him or her out to dinner? How about
Obama’s recess appointment of financial bureau chief is a good step for consumers
By Rita R. Robison Yesterday, President Obama appointed Richard Cordray to head the new Consumer Financial Protection Bureau in a
What were your best and worst consumer experiences this week?
By Rita R. Robison Which consumer happenings cheered you this week and which ones made you want to scream or
Federal agency launches SuperTracker to help consumers make healthy food, exercise choices
Just in time to help Americans follow through with their New Year’s resolutions, SuperTracker, a new web tool, is being