Google+ verified accounts provide ID verification of high profile individuals

Sep 13, 2011 Brian Bradley

Google+ is taking steps to ensure its social network is secure by adding a verified account feature for high profile individuals such as celebrities, the Washington Post reports.The addition is similar to a component that Twitter users are


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Obama's outgoing 'Car Czar': Industry recovering ahead of schedule

Sep 09, 2011 Brian Bradley

Ron Bloom, who oversaw the auto industry under the Obama Administration, said in a recent interview that the government had taken the right steps when it injected General Motors and Chrysler with funds during a time of financial turmoil.Speaking


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"Grey's Anatomy" star disputes fraudulent tax charges

Sep 09, 2011 Brian Bradley

"Grey's Anatomy" star disputes fraudulent tax charges

Sandra Oh, the actress who plays Dr. Cristina Yang on the ABC's drama Grey's Anatomy, is attempting to deal with identity theft issues stemming from a job she allegedly held in 2009, WNYW-TV reports.Oh was contacted by the IRS last


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Hurricane Irene breeds fraudulent contractors

Sep 08, 2011 Brian Bradley

The devastation of Hurricane Irene left many homes and businesses in shambles. However, when it comes time to pickup the pieces, homeowners and business owners shouldn't be so quick to pay just anybody to assist in the rebuilding process.According


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Alabama’s new immigration law soon to take effect

Sep 08, 2011 Brian Bradley

Alabama’s new immigration law soon to take effect

A new immigration law in Alabama will force all residents to prove citizenship prior to buying vehicle tags or renewing licenses from September 1, the Troy Messenger reports."To prove citizenship, residents can show a valid driver's license,


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