by Rikki Almanza | Jul 22, 2026
A social media post claiming Veterans can receive free athletic shoes through the VA is fraudulent, according to department officials. The scam has appeared in the form of a convincing flyer that uses VA imagery, recognizable footwear brands, and directions telling...
by Rikki Almanza | Jan 28, 2026
As more Veteran services move online and scams become increasingly sophisticated, protecting personal information has become critical, especially for older Veterans who are often targeted by criminals. Bad actors seek to steal identities, access VA benefits, or obtain...
by Rikki Almanza | Sep 5, 2025
California lawmakers are advancing Senate Bill 694, authored by Sen. Bob Archuleta (D-30th District), to stop predatory “claim sharks” that charge Veterans illegal or excessive fees for help with their VA benefits claims. Under federal law, only accredited...
by Rikki Almanza | Sep 9, 2024
A new wave of phishing scams is exploiting the trusted name of Best Buy’s Geek Squad to steal personal information and defraud unsuspecting internet users, including Veterans. Cybercriminals are sending fraudulent emails that appear to be from the tech support...
by Rikki Almanza | Jan 29, 2024
As job scams continue to rise and recent reports indicate Veterans as prime targets, the VA is urging vigilance, issuing warnings to raise awareness, and providing guidance on how to avoid falling prey to these scams.Veterans experience more financial losses...
by Rikki Almanza | Jul 7, 2023
With the growing number of Veterans seeking PACT Act or other VA benefits, there has been an unfortunate rise of scams targeting Veterans. Individuals, posing as “coaches” or “consultants,” are exploiting some Veterans’ frustration...
