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Consumer Education from the Ohio Attorney General

 

The Ohio Library Council has partnered with Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray's office to offer ongoing education to library staff and library customers throughout 2009.

The Attorney General's staff has developed a series of free webinars to assist public library staff in educating their customers.

In addition to the live webinars for library staff, the Attorney General's Office will publish a series of PowerPoint presentations that library staff can make accessible to their customers. The presentations will be posted by the dates below.

2010    
 

Ohioans Filed Record Number of
Consumer Complaints in 2009

The Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray’s Office handled 30,259 consumer complaints in 2009 – a 20% increase from 2008.  Find out what the top 10 consumer complaints were and how you can protect yourself from scams.

 
2009    
August
27
September 24
Protect Yourself from
Financial Predators
Are you having trouble making your house payment? Did you know you can get the help you need for free? Read more here about foreclosure, helpful hints to keep you in your home, and ways to stay safe from scams.
October
30

Understanding Domestic Violence
Do you know someone who has been in an abusive relationship? Do you want to help, but don't know how?

November 23

Elder Abuse: Hidden Crimes,
Hidden Victims

Do you have questions about long term care? Are you aware about the most recent scams targeting older Ohioans?

December 7
Protect Yourself While Shopping
Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray wants to warn shoppers to be safe this holiday season. Read more about protecting yourself when shopping online.

If you have any questions regarding these programs, please contact OLC Director of Professional Development (614-410-8092).





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