Disability Application Scammers

While identity fraud seems to be everywhere these days, Social Security just issued this warning regarding disability application scammers!

Disability Application Scammers

Posted on by Doug Walker, Deputy Commissioner, Communications

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is alerting people about the dangers of identity theft, specifically in instances where people have started an application for disability benefits. Scammers try to get personal information from applicants by pretending to help complete applications. For example, these scammers may ask you to give, or confirm, your Social Security number or bank account numbers.

Don’t become an identity theft or phishing victim. You can read the FTC’s advice on how to protect yourself while applying for benefits  here.