Nevada Tops List of States Most Vulnerable to Identity Theft and Fraud

A new report from WalletHub lists Nevada as the most vulnerable state for identity theft and fraud. Nevada also ranked 2nd regarding median loss amount due to fraud.
 
This survey demonstrates that fraud and identity theft in Nevada, and Las Vegas especially, must be addressed starting with better credit education. To ensure the information is accurate and up-to-date, Las Vegas consumers should pull their credit reports regularly. If you notice fraudulent information, the first step is to initiate a "fraud alert" to prevent future damage. Next, Las Vegas consumers should visit www.Identitytheft.gov to fill out an FTC Identity Theft Victim’s Report and submit the report to the credit bureaus along with information about each fraudulent entry.
 
The data furnishers and national credit bureaus have 4 days to block the fraudulent information, and 30 days to investigate and remove it from your reports permanently. If these companies fail to do so, you have a legal claim under federal law that includes your attorney’s fees and costs as part of your damages. These companies must also cover your out-of-pocket damages, including loan denials, loss of credit limits, and other financial losses. If you’re an identity theft victim, contact a Las Vegas identity theft attorney as soon as possible to discuss your legal options.
 
Source: https://www.ktnv.com/news/report-nevada-tops-list-of-states-most-vulnerable-to-identity-theft-fraud