http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/ Consumer News, scams, recalls from ConsumerAffairs.Com en-us Copyright 2004 ConsumerAffairs.Com info@consumeraffairs.com (Truman Lewis) jhood@consumeraffairs.com (Jim Hood) Tue, 28 Oct 2008 00:00:01 GMT http://backend.userland.com/rss http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/pge_suit.html Utility accused of negligence, fraud in SmartMeter program. Sun, 8 Nov 2009 17:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/verizon_droid.html Device designed to take on Apple's iPhone. Sun, 8 Nov 2009 16:55:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/bank_closings22.html California bank with Chinese ties is 120th to fail. Sun, 8 Nov 2009 16:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/cr_condoms.html More than 15,500 condoms were subjected to inflating, bursting, and submerging. Fri, 6 Nov 2009 18:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/armour_thyroid.html Mystery about the shortage remains unresolved. Fri, 6 Nov 2009 18:40:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/homebuyer-tax-credit-extended-and-expanded.aspx?pid=p:caf Congress approves an extension of the homebuyer tax credit making existing homeowners eligible, too. Fri, 6 Nov 2009 18:05:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/6-steps-to-selling-your-own-car.aspx?pid=p:caf If selling your car rather than trading it will net more money, follow these steps for a safe sale. Fri, 6 Nov 2009 18:05:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/what-s-your-car-worth.aspx?pid=p:caf Figuring out an SUV's value can be tricky when gas prices are in flux. Fri, 6 Nov 2009 17:59:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/fda_pet_carousel.html Pets and humans at risk from contaminated pet chews. Fri, 6 Nov 2009 17:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/fannie_lease.html Fannie Mae launches new effort to prevent foreclosures. Fri, 6 Nov 2009 17:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/jobless.html Rate may understate actual number of jobless. Fri, 6 Nov 2009 16:32:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/gas_prices389.html California average drops below $3 a gallon. Fri, 6 Nov 2009 16:22:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/fda_smartmeds.html Agency also releases drug dosage guidance Thu, 5 Nov 2009 22:22:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/dot_fcc_distracted_driving.html Innovative technologies could provide solution Thu, 5 Nov 2009 21:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/pa_debt_scam.html American Corrective Counseling Services posed as District Attorney in letters to check bouncers Thu, 5 Nov 2009 20:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/mortgages_underwater.html Law professor sees 'moral double standard' Thu, 5 Nov 2009 18:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/post_recession_consumers.html Economic upheaval redraws American consumer map Thu, 5 Nov 2009 17:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/cfpa_preemption.html Officials say federal regulation shouldn't tie states' hands Thu, 5 Nov 2009 17:27:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/porsche_spyder.html Third entry in the Boxster line-up. Thu, 5 Nov 2009 16:35:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/swine_flu43.html First reported human-to-feline transfer of the illness. Thu, 5 Nov 2009 16:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/nhtsa_toyota.html Just removing floor mats doesn't fix the problem, agency says. Thu, 5 Nov 2009 16:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/october_job_cuts.html Reductions lowest in 18 months Thu, 5 Nov 2009 01:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/verizon_etf_hike.html Company targets high-end "advanced devices" for price hike Wed, 4 Nov 2009 23:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/chrysler_plans.html Chrysler execs preview their plans at Detroit presentation Wed, 4 Nov 2009 22:10:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/checking/video-joining-a-credit-union.aspx You must qualify to join a credit union, but you may find good rates if you borrow or save Wed, 4 Nov 2009 21:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/id_fda_steroids.html FDA says products contain dangerous steroids Wed, 4 Nov 2009 20:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/ny_intel_antitrust.html Suit claims chip maker engaged in unfair business practices Wed, 4 Nov 2009 19:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/cr_bpa2.html Latest study may provide more guidance on relative safety of widely-used chemical Wed, 4 Nov 2009 17:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/hot_tub_injuries.html Falls are most common injury. Tue, 3 Nov 2009 22:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/flu_pain_relievers.html NSAIDS may weaken immune system, researchers say. Tue, 3 Nov 2009 22:00:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/swine_flu42.html CDC director admits 'frustration' Tue, 3 Nov 2009 21:45:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/cooling_laptops.html Solution may lie in direction of spin Tue, 3 Nov 2009 20:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/cr_tipping.html Tough economy breeds less generosity Tue, 3 Nov 2009 19:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/cr_tipping.html Tough economy breeds less generosity Tue, 3 Nov 2009 19:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/ma_block_option_one02.html 'Fairness' of the loans called into question Tue, 3 Nov 2009 18:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/redbox_lawsuit.html Plaintiff claims she was charged despite company policy Tue, 3 Nov 2009 17:55:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/blogs/taxes/eye-on-the-irs.aspx?pid=p:caf The cash-strapped state is now taking 10 percent more from workers' paychecks. But it's not a tax increase. Really! Tue, 3 Nov 2009 14:59:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/your-bankruptcy-is-an-open-book.aspx?pid=p:caf Anybody can find out about your financial problems in bankruptcy, and that includes your boss. Tue, 3 Nov 2009 14:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/cr_bpa.html Highest levels detected in some samples of green beans and soups. Tue, 3 Nov 2009 14:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/pregnant_flu.html Collaboration studies lessons learned from previous flu epidemics Tue, 3 Nov 2009 01:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/home_sales_jump.html Numbers may be distorted by tax credit deadline Mon, 2 Nov 2009 23:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/ecoli_fairbank_recall.html Fairbank Farms reports over 500,000 pounds contaminated Mon, 2 Nov 2009 21:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/chev_cobalt.html Plastic fuel ports can crack, allowing fuel to leak. Mon, 2 Nov 2009 20:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/mazda_b.html Speed control switch can overheat and start a fire. Mon, 2 Nov 2009 20:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/video_senior_driving.html Health issues, not age, may be more critical factors Mon, 2 Nov 2009 19:35:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/downer_cow05.html Humane Society releases graphic footage of cows being brutalized Mon, 2 Nov 2009 18:45:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/bank_closings21.html Largest one-week tally of 2009 Mon, 2 Nov 2009 18:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/breast_cancer_suit.html $17.5 million settlement reached in Newfoundland, Labrador suit. Sun, 1 Nov 2009 23:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/seniors_cds.html International Banking Group's ultra-high-interest claims can't be verified. Sun, 1 Nov 2009 17:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/flu_shots_blacks.html Many worry that vaccines will cause illness. Sun, 1 Nov 2009 18:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/11/amgen_states.html Allegedly bribed medical providers to prescribe Aranesp.

Sun, 1 Nov 2009 01:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/fda_vicks.html Drugmaker rapped for including Vitamin C in cold medicine Sun, 1 Nov 2009 01:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/mercury_brown_cw.html Ties to insurance company questioned Sat, 31 Oct 2009 01:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2006/10/halloween_safety.html CPSC offers tips for preventing injury on Halloween Sat, 31 Oct 2009 01:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/pirg_lead_tests.html PIRG tests toys in Chicago, finds lead and contaminants Fri, 30 Oct 2009 23:25:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/4-urgent-home-fixes-before-you-retire-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Delaying inevitable work means inflated costs and greater stress when you can least afford either Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:40:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/retirement/video-finding-a-retirement-community.aspx?pid=p:caf Test drive your retirement community a few times before deciding to make it your home. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:40:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/personal-finance/homemade-hd-antenna-saves-hundreds.aspx?pid=p:caf This month's Frugal $ense winner boosted savings by cutting the cable and building an HD antenna Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/blair03.html At least nine deaths linked to Chenille products Fri, 30 Oct 2009 19:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/fructose_hypertension.html Sweetner used in most processed food Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:59:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/consumer_confidence02.html Optimism tempered with caution, thriftiness Fri, 30 Oct 2009 17:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/cr_indigestion.html You can settle your stomach and relieve your wallet by avoiding expensive drugs. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/gas_prices388.html Prices climb amid fairly weak demand. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/geezer89.html TSH test can help detect disease Fri, 30 Oct 2009 01:25:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/holiday_shopping.html Inventories may be depleted early Thu, 29 Oct 2009 23:25:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/credit_cards_deception.html Every bank studied engages in unscrupulous behavior Thu, 29 Oct 2009 21:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/ca_foreclosures_newwave.html California Attorney General wants answers on servicers' plans Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/smarter_vaccines.html Injections could become a thing of the past Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:45:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/smoking_arteries.html Arteries affected by minimal smoke intake Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/recession_over02.html Economy grows 3.5 percent in the third quarter Thu, 29 Oct 2009 16:50:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/savings/when-does-your-debt-expire.aspx?pid=p:caf The statute of limitations on debt varies and depends on the nature of the money owed. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/cong_distracted.html Senate bill proposed to deal with 'critical safety issue'. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:17:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/nj_tickets.html Some sold tickets for seats that didn't exist. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 15:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/swine_flu41.html All the pieces didn't quite fall into place. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:55:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/il_pinnacle.html Sales reps 'purposely deceived' consumers. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 15:15:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/bamboo.html Company's products not made of bamboo fiber. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:32:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/vertrue_suit.html Company allegedly signed customers up for service without permission. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:29:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/cr_reliability.html Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan reliability tops Honda Accord and Toyota Camry. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:19:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/surgemaster.html Molding can crack or detach, causing shock hazard. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:59:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/bed_bath_blinds.html Reports of strangulation on shades' inner cord. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:59:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/hanover_shades.html Near-strangulation incident on inner cord. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:59:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/ikea_roller_blinds.html Strangulation risk to small children. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:59:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/caloptima_breach.html Missing CDs contain patient information, Social Security numbers Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:59:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/savings/10-biggest-bank-failures-so-far-1.aspx?pid=p:caf The financial crisis has resulted in scores of bank failures. Here are the largest, by asset size. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:40:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/retirement/ira-withdrawal-endangers-retirement.aspx?pid=p:caf Taking an early distribution from a tax-deferred account can endanger long-term financial goals. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 20:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/ca_helicopter_loans.html States sue on behalf of Silver State Helicopter students Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/obama_smartgrid.html Applicants say investments will create tens of thousands of jobs, save energy Tue, 27 Oct 2009 18:25:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/pacifier_warning.html CPSC says product could choke infants Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:35:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/home_prices_rise.html But prices still down year-over-year Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:35:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/senate_cc_rates.html Banks jacking up fees, interest rates in advance of new rules Tue, 27 Oct 2009 16:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/debt_settlement_crackdown.html Want tighter regulations at federal level Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:23:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/investing/states-grab-unclaimed-property-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Millions of dollars sit unclaimed in state treasuries across the nation. Maybe some of it belongs to you. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:23:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/real-estate/5-common-buyer-mistakes-in-a-short-sale-1.aspx?pid=p:caf The price tag may be sweet, but the deal could turn sour quickly. Tread carefully. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:23:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/mortgages/extra-payments-cut-mortgage-by-12-years.aspx?pid=p:caf Diverting a little extra cash into your mortgage can save you tens of thousands of dollars. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 22:23:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/fl_auto_scams.html Cars allegedly broke down miles from lot Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/cell_phone_bones.html Researchers warn of another risk of electromagnetic exposure Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/fdic_scam.html E-mail claims that reader's bank has been seized Mon, 26 Oct 2009 18:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/netflix_ps3.html Line between computer and TV continues to blur Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/swine_flu40.html Feds warn of dangerous scams Mon, 26 Oct 2009 17:10:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/new-fuel-standard-pay-now-save-later.aspx?pid=p:caf The government's proposal for fuel economy will cost drivers initially but save over the car's life. Sat, 24 Oct 2009 19:30:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/is-a-returned-gm-car-a-good-deal.aspx?pid=p:caf Sure, a just-bought, returned car would be discounted, but don't bet on anybody bringing one back. Sat, 24 Oct 2009 19:30:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/financial-literacy/pros-and-cons-of-annuities-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Annuities have good and bad points. Dig deep to learn all the restrictions, fees and taxes involved Sat, 24 Oct 2009 19:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/grilled_chicken_cancer.html Suit by Cancer Project seeks class-action status Sat, 24 Oct 2009 01:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/flu_shots.html New study indicates need to educate high-risk patients Sat, 24 Oct 2009 01:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/bank_closings20.html 103 banks shut by FDIC; Most since 1992 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 01:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/halloween_contacts_redux.html FDA warns against unauthorized use of contact lenses Fri, 23 Oct 2009 23:33:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/iphone_nokia_lawsuit.html Nokia says iPhone uses 10 patents without permission Fri, 23 Oct 2009 23:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/nj_mortgage_scams.html Victims 'not financially sophisticated.' Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/gas_prices387.html Regular gas up more than 13 cents a gallon Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:35:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/gas_prices387.html Regular gas up more than 13 cents a gallon Fri, 23 Oct 2009 17:35:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/craigslist_ags03.html Web sites protected under federal law Fri, 23 Oct 2009 01:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/bp_home_monitoring.html Study finds cost-effective means of controlling hypertension Thu, 22 Oct 2009 23:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/house_cfpa.html But measure faces strong opposition from banking industry Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:55:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/video/finding-a-financial-pro.aspx?pid=p:caf Remember to check out an adviser's background, experience and references Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:25:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/parents-make-your-kid-pay-student-loan.aspx?pid=p:caf Mom and Dad can offer moral support, but should never pay child's debt Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:25:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/fcc_netneutrality_rules.html 5-0 decision opens floor for "open Internet" debate Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:47:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/windows_7.html Some concern over security changes Thu, 22 Oct 2009 18:47:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/economy_holiday.html NRF advises shopping early to compensate for lower inventory Thu, 22 Oct 2009 17:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/food_toxin.html Finding by UCI scientists could help prevent deaths Thu, 22 Oct 2009 17:16:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/ma_pa_investment_scams.html Be careful who you put in charge of your money Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:59:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/dodd_overdraft_reform.html Measure requires 'opt-in' coverage Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:25:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/brown_state_street.html California's Attorney General seethes at media treatment of CalPERS losses. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 14:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/fed_improvement.html Residential real estate, manufacturing lead the way Thu, 22 Oct 2009 01:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/fed_improvement.html Residential real estate, manufacturing lead the way Thu, 22 Oct 2009 01:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/cpsc_offroad.html Industry held off regulations during the Bush years Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:45:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/ftc_moneygram.html Company charged with allowing its money transfer system to be used for fraud Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/college_tuition_jumps.html Educators blame declining state support Wed, 21 Oct 2009 20:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/09/feds_states_scams.html Florida is latest state to take action Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/handy_switch.html Fire hazard. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/bad_boy.html Unintended acceleration hazard. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/zero.html Unintended acceleration hazard. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 19:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/gm_shambles.html Ratner describes Wagoner's style as "friendly arrogance." Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:55:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/rogue_security.html Users lulled into false sense of security while exposed to greater risks. Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/ms_katrina_fraud.html Home repair fraud arrests made four years after storm Tue, 20 Oct 2009 22:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/gas_prices386.html Gasoline prices are also on the rise Tue, 20 Oct 2009 22:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/ca_pension_fraud.html Attorney General claims bank overcharged funds for millions of dollars Tue, 20 Oct 2009 21:59:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/foreclosures_preferred.html Report may explain why homeowners get the runaround Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:55:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/gateway_class_action.html Company's actions disproportionately affected students Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/plumorganics.html Contamination may cause botulism Tue, 20 Oct 2009 18:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/swine_flu39.html Bogus products could be dangerous Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/medicaid_fraud.html First to pay a total of $124 million to states, feds Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:15:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/glucosamine_test.html Little difference in those taking it and those who don't Tue, 20 Oct 2009 01:25:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/savings/credit-unions-faring-well-in-crisis.aspx?pid=p:caf The financial crisis hasn't left credit unions unscathed but they appear to be healthier than banks. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:19:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/3-ways-to-master-a-credit-card.aspx?pid=p:caf Your card rates are growing, and it may not be your credit that's the problem. It may be the bank's. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:19:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/swine_flu38.html Officials insist pork is still safe to eat Mon, 19 Oct 2009 19:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/mn_propane.html Failed to disclose per-gallon prices Mon, 19 Oct 2009 18:25:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/ethnic_food.html Research shows ethnic food sales to reach record high in 2009 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 18:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/food_safety_overhaul09.html It pays to keep working in retirement Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:59:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/bridge_jobs.html It pays to keep working in retirement Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:35:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/bailout40.html White House calls billions in bonuses "offensive" Mon, 19 Oct 2009 16:25:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/online_privacy.html Researcher proposes Virtual Individual Servers. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 13:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/ny_debt_settlement.html AG says Nationwide Asset Services 'ripped off thousands' of consumers. Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:50:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/cheerios_class_action.html FDA earlier questioned 'heart-healthy' cholesterol-lowering claims. Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/ca_mortgage_rescue.html Outlaws advance fees charged by scammers. Sat, 17 Oct 2009 19:20:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/bank_closings19.html Bad real estate loans taking a heavy toll on banks this year. Sat, 17 Oct 2009 19:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/fda_meds_disposal.html Agency adds Web page for safe removal options Fri, 16 Oct 2009 24:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/raynor_chairs.html Fall hazard.. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:40:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/milbank.html Shock hazard.. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:40:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/auto/find-financing-before-car-shopping.aspx?pid=p:caf By going to the lender first, you can determine how much car you can afford to buy Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:29:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/savings/3-ways-to-save-for-your-child-s-future-1.aspx?pid=p:caf Three key savings vehicles allow parents to safely put away money for their children's future Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:29:00 GMT http://www.bankrate.com/finance/debt/no-job-means-bare-bones-budget.aspx?pid=p:caf Before dipping into a 401(k) for living expenses, try a frugal spending plan while looking for a job Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:29:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/reverse_mortgage02.html Homeowners should get advice from objective source Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/delta_billofrights_hack.html Says hacker accessed files to thwart passing legislation Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/fuel_economy_guide.html Guide helps drivers save money while reducing emissions Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/gas_prices385.html But still down five cents a gallon from one month ago Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:05:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/seniors_health_ins.html Serious illness can wipe out retirement savings. 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Fri, 16 Oct 2009 16:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/swine_flu36.html Sites to help guide consumers through uncertainty Thu, 15 Oct 2009 23:10:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/consumer_prices.html Still no sign of inflation on the horizon Thu, 15 Oct 2009 22:35:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/wysong_pet_food.html Third company in as many weeks to issue recall Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:59:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/foreclosures_thirdquarter.html Filings set quarterly record Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:45:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/news04/2009/10/ags_cfpa.html State officials say consumers need new federal protection Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:30:00 GMT http://www.consumeraffairs.com/recalls04/2009/schwalbe_tires.html Fall hazard.. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 17:15:00 GMT