In law, fraud is intentional deception to cause a person to give up property or some lawful right. Fraud as more generally defined is deceit, trickery or cheating.
This category is intended more for the legal description of fraud but may involve human rights or other issues which may or may not have any monetary or economic concerns.
Guide and links to information on major financial scandals, bank frauds, money laundering, corruption, scams, and organized crime. www.ex.ac.uk/~RDavies/arian/scandals
National Security Institute page with links to descriptions of various scams: investment, job, automotive, charity, work at home, and business. nsi.org/tips/scams.html
Better Business Bureau's online video, narrated by Lou Gosset, Jr., shows examples of common telemarketing and mail frauds. Windows Media Player needed (free download available). www.bbbvideo.com/fraud.html
Describes the mail order bride scam industry with emphasis on Russia, Ukraine, Belarus and other countries of the former Soviet Union; anti-scam advice, list of fake agencies. www.womenrussia.com/blacklist.htm
How to avoid pre-paid phone card scams. Learn the tricks, questions to ask, and what to do to avoid being the victim of a prepaid calling card scam. abtolls.com/information/avoidprepaidscams.html
Dissatisfied members share experiences with Bally Total Fitness. Post complaints, locate information about class action lawsuits. Forum for posting messages. (Contains some vulgar language) www.mwns.com
Relates experience with a purported "healer" known as Rick Kendrick. Visitors encouraged to submit information about other known criminals/con artists. www.catchaconman.com
Interactive community dedicated to fighting consumer fraud. Features 'report a scam' section, fraud resources and email alert service. www.scamshield.com
Information for merchants who operate e-commerce sites on recognizing signs of fraud and what to do if you become a victim. www.merchandisebrokers.com/fraudart.html
Speak out about unethical business practices, corruption, and vital social issues without reprisal. News, links, case studies, and updates. www.worldwidewhistleblowers.com
Beating the con artists of our society at their own game isn't difficult once you know how the games are played. This public service site provides all who visit with the knowledge needed to survive in a world of deception. fraudtech.bizland.com
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