Commerce and Insurance
Division of Consumer Affairs Offers Tips on Home Solicitation Sales and the 3-Day Cooling Off Period
Released on Fri, Feb 05, 2010 - 3:49 pm underNASHVILLE- If you have ever felt “buyer’s remorse,” the Home Solicitations Act of 1974, often
Department Revokes Licenses of Funeral Director Karen House
Released on Wed, Feb 03, 2010 - 4:18 pm underNASHVILLE- The funeral director, embalmer, and pre-need sales agent licenses of Karen Anne House have been revoked and a civil penalty of $12,500 assessed following an investigation by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance.
Know Your Options When Comprehensive Health Insurance Isn't Available
Released on Wed, Jan 27, 2010 - 2:28 pm underNASHVILLE- If you watch late-night television, you may have seen the ads – health insurance at a low, affordable price. If you or your family is living without insurance, you may wonder if these offers are right for you.
Cosmetology Board Issues Certification-Scam Warning
Released on Wed, Jan 27, 2010 - 9:14 am underNASHVILLE- The Cosmetology Board is cautioning its licensees about mailings that have targeted professionals and establishments in Tennessee with solicitations for payment over supposed certification lapses. Mailings from an entity named “American Cosmetology Board” ask for payment from Tennessee licensees.
Bomb & Arson Division Announces David Baxter as Director
Released on Thu, Jan 14, 2010 - 4:00 pm underNASHVILLE- David Baxter has joined the Division of Bomb & Arson as its director, bringing to the fire investigations team more than 30 years in the fire industry.
“We are extremely happy to have David join our team,” says Commerce and Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshal Leslie A. Newman. “His leadership and expertise will help the division continue to be a crucial force in fire investigations throughout the state.”
Division of Consumer Affairs Warns of Ads With Fraudulent Claims
Released on Fri, Jan 08, 2010 - 9:55 am underNASHVILLE- Lose weight, stop smoking, be physically fit!
Division of Charitable Solicitations and Gaming and Consumer Affairs Division Offer Tips on Charitable Giving
Released on Tue, Dec 29, 2009 - 10:24 am underNASHVILLE- A word of caution to those planning to end 2009 or start 2010 by giving money to what they think is a good cause: The state Division of Charitable Solicitations and Gaming and the Consumer Affairs Division are reminding Tennesseans to check out charitable organizations before making donations.
State Fire Marshal’s Office Rolls Out Electronic Plans Review
Released on Tue, Dec 22, 2009 - 10:31 am underEffort to Reduce Costs for Architects, Engineers
NASHVILLE, TN – The State Fire Marshal’s Office’s (SFMO) process for reviewing architects’ and engineers’ drawings for compliance with construction safety codes has just gotten easier and less expensive, with the implementation of an online portal application.
State Fire Marshal Asks Residents to Practice Fire Safety at Home
Released on Thu, Dec 17, 2009 - 10:59 am underNASHVILLE- Tennessee Fire Marshal and Commerce & Insurance Commissioner Leslie A. Newman wants to remind Tennesseans to keep safe and warm, as winter sets in across the state. But she urges residents to be cautious in the use of alternative heat sources.
Let Safety, Wisdom Guide Your Online Holiday Shopping
Released on Thu, Dec 10, 2009 - 9:40 am underNASHVILLE- With the holidays quickly approaching, millions of shoppers will go online for hassle-free shopping. If you plan to shop online, you should be aware that you may get more than you bargain for with Internet scams and identity thieves targeting holiday shoppers.
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