Fraud

Scam Shield - Interactive community dedicated to fighting consumer fraud. Features 'report a scam' section, fraud resources and email alert service.
http://www.scamshield.com

Insurance Frauds Information - Information on how to avoid becoming a victim of insurance fraud provided by the New York State Insurance Department.
http://www.ins.state.ny.us/fd5victc.htm

Cagey Consumer - Provides information, news, alerts and resources to assist consumers in identifying scams and bad deals.
http://cageyconsumer.com/

HealthCentral Internet Hoax Watch - News, commentary, and links on internet hoaxes. (Not just medical hoaxes.)
http://www.healthcentral.com/centers/onecenter.cfm?center=Internet_Hoax_Watch

Swindles Beyond Cyberspace: Russian Scams on Their Turf - A description of scams, fraud and other crimes that visitors to the Russian Federation should watch out for.
http://www.geocities.com/wwu777us/Russian_Scams.htm

BBB kNOw Fraud Video - 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).
http://www.bbbvideo.com/fraud.html

Quatloos - Seeks to educate about various types of scams and frauds, how these deals really work, and how to manage the risks.
http://www.quatloos.com/

Scams - Highlights of historical scams, frauds, bubbles, pyramids, cons and humbugs.
http://www.sniggle.net/scams.php

Fraud-Aid - First aid for fraud victims - Free online fraud victim assistance and education.
http://www.fraudaid.com/

Crimes of Persuasion - Information on the workings and scope of telemarketing and investment fraud and consumer scams.
http://www.crimes-of-persuasion.com/

Financial Scandals - Guide and links to information on major financial scandals, bank frauds, money laundering, corruption, scams, and organized crime.
http://www.ex.ac.uk/~RDavies/arian/scandals/

WorldWideWhistleblowers - Speak out about unethical business practices, corruption, and vital social issues without reprisal. News, links, case studies, and updates.
http://www.worldwidewhistleblowers.com

Life Advice: Being a Victim of Fraud - Information provided by Met Life on fraud, identity theft and insurance fraud.
http://www.metlife.com/Lifeadvice/Money/Docs/fraud3.html

Literary Contest Cautions - Information on fraudulent writing contests with tips on how to check the legitimacy of a contest. Information about specific contests to avoid.
http://windpub.com/literary.scams/

Seniors Beware--Don't Become a Victim of Fraud - The Ohio State University Extension provides information on how to identify a fraud.
http://ohioline.osu.edu/ss-fact/0121.html

Scams 101 - Amusing site providing information on all types of scams.
http://www.friendsinbusiness.com/scams/

A Bell Tolls - 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.
http://abtolls.com/information/avoidprepaidscams.html

American Alcohol Analyzers Fraud - Reports on a fraudulent "company" that sells coin operated breathalyzer vending machines.
http://www.aaanalyzersfraud.4t.com/

Avoid Becoming a Victim of Credit Card Fraud - Information for merchants who operate e-commerce sites on recognizing signs of fraud and what to do if you become a victim.
http://www.jewelryimpressions.com/fraudart.html

Marlock's Fraudtech Institute of Cons, Frauds and Other Lies - 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.
http://fraudtech.bizland.com/

Counterfeiting - Article about the spread of counterfeit cash, and the art of J.S.G. Boggs.
http://www.sniggle.net/counterfeit.php

American Petroleum Promotions Fraud - Resources for independent sales representatives left out in the cold.
http://www.angelfire.com/biz7/appgasfraud/index.html

Better Business Bureau - Better Business Bureaus can alert you to complaints against companies in your area.
http://www.bbb.org/

Scamwatch - Comprehensive site providing information on several types of scams, schemes and fraud. Site information is provided by various Australian consumer protection agencies but most of the information is universal.
http://www.scamwatch.gov.au/content/scams/scams.asp

Fed Up With Bally Total Fitness Heath Clubs - Dissatisfied members share experiences with Bally Total Fitness. Post complaints, locate information about class action lawsuits. Forum for posting messages. (Contains some vulgar language)
http://www.mwns.com

Lies People Tell - Real lies from real lives.
http://www.liespeopletell.com