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National Consumer Protection Week 2023: Top Consumer Complaints of 2022

National Consumer Protection Week has started, and the New York State Division of Consumer Protection has reported the top five categories of consumer complaints received in 2022. They have also provided excellent examples of related complaints and useful consumer tips.

The top…

National Weights and Measures Week 2023

It is National Weights and Measures week! Which is historically celebrated on the first seven days of March every year. According to the NCWM, these dates commemorate President John Adams’ signing of the first United States weights and measures law on March 2, 1799.

Celebrate National…

GENERAL BUSINESS LAW §771: New York State Home Improvement Contract Provisions

New York State General Business Law § 771 outlines the requirements for a valid New York State Home Improvement Contract. This law was enacted to protect both businesses and consumers.

If you are signing a Home Improvement Contract, over $500.00, you will want to make sure it…

This is not a scam - Be on the lookout for important renewal notices!

Typically, our office works to educate consumers about new scams or ways to avoid identity theft, however, we also want to ensure that consumers do not mistake legitimate communications for…

Updated: 05/03/2023 - 4:06 pm

It’s Financial Literacy Month - What does your credit report say?

April is Financial Literacy Month and as a consumer the best way to protect your money is to stay informed. The Office of Consumer Protection wants to remind consumers that you should take the…

Updated: 04/26/2023 - 1:46 pm

Weights & Measures is dashing through the airport!

The holiday season is upon us. Nobody needs another worry to add to their ever-growing holiday list. In the photos, our Senior Deputy County Sealer is out at the local airport testing luggage…

Updated: 04/25/2023 - 2:57 pm

Erie County highlights services that contribute to professional and quality advocacy services during National Financial Literacy Month & National County Government Month

The Erie County Office of Public Advocacy (ECOPA) is joining other Erie County departments to celebrate National County Government Month (NCGM) in April. National Financial Literacy Month…

Updated: 04/06/2023 - 1:11 pm

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