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Cortez Named Director of Medicaid Fraud Control Unit

Mon, 04 Dec 2006 08:00:00 GMT

OLYMPIA…Attorney General Rob McKenna today named Assistant Attorney General Dawn Cortez as the new Director of the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit.

Attorney General McKenna Announces $1 Million Settlement in Washington’s First Spyware Suit

Mon, 04 Dec 2006 08:00:00 GMT

SEATTLE – Washington Attorney General Rob McKenna today announced a $1 million settlement with New York-based Secure Computer that resolves Washington’s first lawsuit under the state’s computer spyware law. An estimated 1,145 Washington residents who purchased the company’s Spyware Cleaner software and, in some cases, Popup Padlock are eligible for refunds under the agreement filed in federal court.

AG's High Tech Unit Sues Online Client Search Firm

Thu, 30 Nov 2006 08:00:00 GMT

SEATTLE - Attorney General Christine Gregoire has filed a lawsuit against a Seattle firm that charged a fee to provide certified public accountants with leads on clients, but then did not make good on its promises.

Washington Attorney General McKenna announces settlement with promoters of Spyware Slayer and music download programs

Wed, 29 Nov 2006 08:00:00 GMT

SEATTLE – Attorney General Rob McKenna today announced a settlement with two New York-based companies accused of violating Washington state's consumer protection and computer spyware laws.

McKenna Settles with Regal Satellite and Cancer Relief Fund Amid Violations of Telemarketing and Charity Laws

Tue, 28 Nov 2006 08:00:00 GMT

SPOKANE – Attorney General Rob McKenna today announced settlements with two Spokane-based corporations accused of violating telemarketing and charity laws.

Attorney General McKenna Announces New Settlements with LA Weight Loss Following Ongoing Complaints

Mon, 27 Nov 2006 08:00:00 GMT

SEATTLE – Attorney General Rob McKenna today announced new settlements with operators of LA Weight Loss diet centers in Washington.

Attorney General McKenna Announces Settlement with QuikShield Seller

Wed, 22 Nov 2006 08:00:00 GMT

SEATTLE – Attorney General Rob McKenna today announced a settlement with a New York man that provides restitution to Washington state consumers who purchased the software program QuikShield Security.

Consumer Alert: Beware of Cons that Claim You’ve Received Payment for a Lawsuit Settlement

Thu, 16 Nov 2006 08:00:00 GMT

SEATTLE – Attorney General Rob McKenna today warned consumers about a new version of a counterfeit check scam in which victims are told they received a restitution from a lawsuit settlement.

Assistant Attorney General Promoted to Consumer Protection Division Section Chief in Tacoma

Wed, 15 Nov 2006 08:00:00 GMT

TACOMA – Attorney General Rob McKenna today announced that Mary Lobdell has been promoted to Consumer Protection Division Section Chief for Southwest Washington effective Dec. 4.

AG McKenna warns consumers to take care with emergency repairs

Fri, 10 Nov 2006 08:00:00 GMT

OLYMPIA – As homeowners begin the daunting task of repairing damage caused by the recent record flood waters, their initial impulse may be to dial the first contractor in the phonebook, then hand over whatever amount of money that contractor requests. But a quick fix may end up costing homeowners much more than the job is worth – especially if the repairs aren’t done properly and they have to pay even more to hire another contractor.

Consumer Alert: Cons Claiming to be Your Pharmacist, Rise in Fake Check Scams

Wed, 25 Oct 2006 07:00:00 GMT

SEATTLE - Attorney General Rob McKenna today warned Washington residents to be aware of a new identity theft scam in which a caller claims to be your pharmacist and asks for a list of your medications and a credit card number. He also cautioned consumers about a recent proliferation of foreign lottery and counterfeit check scams.

AG McKenna Announces The Weinstein Company Will Add Anti-smoking Public Service Announcements to Newest DVD Release

Tue, 24 Oct 2006 07:00:00 GMT

Attorney General Rob McKenna today announced that The Weinstein Company is the first motion picture company to add anti-smoking public service announcements (PSAs) to DVDs in which smoking is depicted.

MEDIA ADVISORY: McKenna to visit Spokane for Operation: Allied Against Meth

Mon, 23 Oct 2006 07:00:00 GMT

OLYMPIA – Attorney General Rob McKenna will visit Gonzaga Preparatory School in Spokane on Wednesday as part of the on-going schedule of school visits in his “Operation: Allied Against Meth" campaign.