Commerce and Insurance
Division of Consumer Affairs Cautions Consumers Against Online Dating Scams
Released on Wed, Feb 01, 2012 - 12:47 pm underNASHVILLE- Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and some consumers are banking on online dating as a way to hatch a serious relationship. Unfortunately, some fraud artists are also banking on online dating as a way to scam people out of their money.
Consumer Affairs Division Reminds Residents to Beware of Health-Related Scams
Released on Tue, Jan 03, 2012 - 4:08 pm underNASHVILLE- With the start of the new year, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s Consumer Affairs division is kicking off “Don’t Get Scammed in 2012.” Through the campaign, the department hopes to prevent consumers from falling prey to schemes. The 2012 “Don’t Get Scammed” calendar (http://1.usa.gov/AhoK3P) and similarly themed brochure (http://1.usa.gov/u5UCUY) are filled with information on a variety of scams.
State Fire Marshal's Office Urges Fire Safety for Christmas Trees
Released on Thu, Dec 22, 2011 - 3:47 pm underNASHVILLE- The State Fire Marshal’s Office is reminding Tennesseans with natural, fresh-cut Christmas trees in their homes to take care to keep them in water, because of the fire risk posed when they are allowed to dry out.
Insurance Division Urges Residents to Review Insurance Coverage
Released on Mon, Dec 19, 2011 - 10:03 am underNASHVILLE- The holiday season increases the chance for mishaps, as more people travel and attend gatherings. Factor in the fatigue and distraction that can accompany changes to our routines, and the risk becomes greater. After all, no one ever plans on being injured.
State Fire Marshal Asks Residents to Prepare Homes for Cold Weather
Released on Fri, Dec 09, 2011 - 10:35 am underNASHVILLE- State Fire Marshal Julie Mix McPeak wants to remind Tennesseans to keep safe and warm, as colder weather becomes more common across the state. But she urges residents to be cautious in the use of alternate heat sources.
Consumer Affairs Division Offers Tips for Buying Gift Cards This Holiday Season
Released on Thu, Dec 01, 2011 - 9:55 am underNASHVILLE- Gift cards are handy presents – especially for people who seem to have at least one of everything. During the winter shopping season, a gift card can be ideal.
Consumer Insurance Services Answers Questions About Coverage
Released on Tue, Nov 22, 2011 - 12:42 pm underNASHVILLE- Many Tennesseans find themselves at the time of year when they’re adding holiday wish lists and health insurance plans to their budgetary considerations. And, with the ongoing economic downturn coloring those decisions, the Department of Commerce and Insurance (TDCI) is reminding consumers of a free insurance resource.
Consumer Affairs Offers Online Shopping Tips for the Holiday Season
Released on Thu, Nov 10, 2011 - 10:46 am underNASHVILLE- Whether your gift list is ready or you are wondering how long you can wait to start your holiday shopping, the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs has tips to help you get the best deals. What’s the bottom line? Extra research can really pay off.
State Fire Marshal Reminds Residents to Change Clocks, Smoke Alarm Batteries This Weekend
Released on Thu, Nov 03, 2011 - 2:29 pm underNASHVILLE- Tennessee State Fire Marshal Julie Mix McPeak is reminding Tennesseans to change their smoke alarms’ batteries this weekend when they set back their clocks late Saturday night for daylight saving time.
U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission, Along With State Regulators, Appoint Administrator for Morgan Keegan Settlement
Released on Mon, Oct 31, 2011 - 2:59 pm underNASHVILLE- The U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission and regulators from Tennessee, Alabama, Kentucky, Mississippi, and South Carolina announced today the appointment of A.B. Data, Ltd. of Milwaukee to distribute $200 million to investors from the regulators’ settlements with Morgan Keegan & Company and Morgan Asset Management.
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