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In recent years, the amount of personal information that is collected, used, shared, and sold has skyrocketed. Data-driven companies collect unprecedented amounts of personal information.
There has been a proliferation in the availability and use of data. The need to protect this information against unauthorized access has become increasingly important.
In 2021, an estimated 15 million Americans were victims of identity fraud. Of these, 3.3 million had to pay at least some of the cost of the fraud.
AARP consumer protection priorities make up the bulk of this chapter.
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Occupational Regulation and Practices">Occupational Regulation and Practices
- Occupational Regulation and Practices">Occupational Regulation and Practices
Older consumers tend to use the services of certain regulated professionals more frequently than younger consumers do.
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Telemarketing">Telemarketing
- Telemarketing">Telemarketing
Telemarketing is ubiquitous. It causes frustration to landline holders and cell phone owners alike.
Older consumers are increasingly targets of phone, mail, and e-mail solicitations. In many cases, these solicitations are unwanted or even fraudulent.
Home repair is necessary to preserve both the safety and the value of property.
Funeral services are expensive. In 2021, the median funeral cost was $ 6,970 for a funeral with cremation, according to the National Funeral Directors Association.
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has jurisdiction over more than 10,000 types of consumer products. Mandatory standards govern only a small number of products.