How California Found Itself at the Center of a Perfect Storm for Unemployment Fraud
After hearing from frustrated viewers about problems with the California Employment Development Department, the NBC4 I-Team looked at what went wrong.
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Complaints About EDD Mount
Many say they have been waiting weeks or months for unemployment benefits or not getting an answer. Randy Mac reports for the NBC4 News on Wednesday, May 5, 2021.
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Veterinary Telemed Rules Relaxed
Some are trying to keep the measures in place to get sick pets the help they need quicker. Randy Mac reports for the NBC4 News on Monday, May 3, 2021.
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Continued Delays and Backlogs on EDD Benefits
The I-Team looks into the continued delays and backlogs that people have been experiencing for the past 13 months while waiting on their unemployment benefits. Randy Mac reports for NBC4 News at 6 p.m. on April 30, 2021.
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Student Loan Borrower Says He Was Duped Into Pricey Consolidation Service
Many student loan payments are currently on pause, thanks to the Cares Act. Borrowers don’t have to make payments again until this fall. So many are using the time to consolidate their debt. But one graduate has a warning before you move forward. He told the NBC4 I-Team he was duped into a service that unnecessarily cost him hundreds of...... -
Student Loan Borrower Says He Was Duped Into Pricey Consolidation Service
Many student loan payments are currently on pause, thanks to the Cares Act. Borrowers don’t have to make payments again until this fall. So many are using the time to consolidate their debt. But one graduate has a warning before you move forward. He told the NBC4 I-Team he was duped into a service that unnecessarily cost him hundreds of...... -
Inland Empire CNC Motors Investigation
The luxury car dealership, CNS Motors in the Inland Empire, are being investigated for allegedly owing money to clients. Randy Mac reports for NBC4 News at 5 p.m. on April 22, 2021. Stephen Larson of Larson LLP, counsel for CNC and Clayton Thom......“Clayton Thom is a good man, and both he and CNC Motors have long enjoyed a great reputation...... -
As Gyms Begin Reopening, Keep An Eye on Your Recurring Membership
Even if you’re not comfortable going back to the gym, you’ll likely start getting billed again. Randy Mac reported on NBC4 News on Wednesday, April 21, 2021.
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New Service Helps People File Small Claims Lawsuits
But some think the number of people filing small claims lawsuits would be higher if people weren’t intimidated by the process. A new service promises to help make the process as simple as possible. Randy Mac reports for the NBC4 News on Friday, April 16, 2021.
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New Service Helps People File Small Claims Lawsuits
Roughly 60,000 people file small claims lawsuits in LA County every year. But some think that number would be even higher, if people weren’t intimidated by the process. But there’s a new service that promises to help make the process as simple as possible.
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COVID Pandemic Tax Season Tips: What's Taxable and Not This Year
Even though the IRS has moved the tax deadline to next month because of the COVID pandemic, the feds are still urging consumers to get their returns filed as soon as possible.
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Here Are Tips on What's Taxable and What's Not as Tax Deadline Looms
In normal times, tomorrow, April 15, would be tax day. And while the IRS has moved the deadline to next month because of the pandemic, the feds are still urging consumers to get their returns filed as soon as possible. But this season might be more complicated. Randy Mac reports for the NBC4 News on Wednesday, April 14, 2021.
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Debt Settlement Companies May Not Always Give You What They Promise
Debt settlement companies companies promise to negotiate with your creditors, so you can pay off your debt for less than what you owe. But the NBC4 I-Team learned these programs may not always give you what they promise. Randy Mac reports for the NBC4 News on Tuesday, April 13, 2021.
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Debt Settlement Companies May Not Always Give You What They Promise
During these tough economic times, you might be falling into credit card debt. And to get out of it, some consumers turn to debt settlement companies. These companies promise to negotiate with your creditors, so you can pay off your debt for less than what you owe. But the NBC4 I-Team learned these programs may not always give you what...
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Microchip Shortage Affecting Auto Sales
The economy continues to bounce back from the pandemic, but if you’re in the market for a car, you may find your choices limited. That’s because computer chips that help power todays more tech-savvy automobiles are in short supply. Randy Mac reports for the NBC4 News on Monday, April 12, 2021.
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Home Warranty Customers Left in Limbo
California’s Department of Insurance confirms it’s investigating the same home warranty company involving numerous allegations that mirror details from an NBC4 I-Team March report. Randy Mac reports for the NBC4 News on Friday, April 9, 2021.
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Scammers Target TSA Pre-Check Program
Air travel is at its highest level since the pandemic began. Randy Mac reported on NBC4 News on Wednesday, May 7, 2021.
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Drowning in Debt: Could Bankruptcy Be The Answer?
Could bankruptcy help those drowning in debt? Randy Mac reported on NBC4 News on Wednesday, April 7, 2021.
