On Demand: How to Avoid or Recover from Identity Theft

Topics:
  • Consumer
  • Community Education/Outreach

Do you know the warning signs of identity theft? Recovering from identity theft – when someone uses your personal information to open new accounts, make purchases or get a tax refund – is a process. Learn the steps you can take to better protect yourself and your loved ones from identity theft and what to do if you believe you or a loved one have been the victim of identity theft.

Class Covers:
• What is identity theft?
• The various types of identity theft
• Warning signs of identity theft and what to look for
• Steps individuals can take to better protect themselves and loved ones
• How to find out if you are a victim of identity theft
• What to do if you are a victim of identity theft
• Resources available to help

Presented by:
Marissa Mowery, Attorney, Mental Health Advocacy Services (https://www.mhas-la.org/)