Identity fraud is one of the fastest growing white collar crimes in America. It is one of the few crimes that require victims to not only prove they have been harmed, but to also bear the responsibility of reclaiming their stolen identities. Approximately 10 million Americans have discovered that their personal information had been used to open fraudulent bank, credit card or utility accounts, or used to commit other crimes. More than 50 percent of identity theft victims experienced credit card or other account frauds. It is estimated that it takes over 600 hours of personal time and an average of $1,495 of out-of-pocket expenses for an individual to restore his or her credit after being victimized.
FHTM and Identashield want to make sure you have the means and resources to protect yourself against identity theft. In the unfortunate circumstance of being a victim of identity fraud, Identashield equips you with the best insurance and legal plans possible to aid in the reclaiming of your identity.
Why Identashield?
Legal Network:
- Access to 22,000 attorneys in all 50 states
- 7 free services provided by attorneys
- 8 common services at deeply discounted fixed rates
- Contingency discounts
- Low hourly rates for all other legal matters
ID Restoration:
- Appointed an expert to guide you through the steps of clearing your name
- Provided a software program to help maintain control of your accounts
- Software organizes and tracks account information
- Software includes letters and forms required to reclaim your identity
- Software includes required reports to file with law enforcement
ID Theft Insurance—up to $25,000 reimbursements for:
- Lost wages from time off or unjust incarceration (up to $500 per week for four weeks)
- Notary and certified mail charges for processing fraud affidavits
- Fees to apply for loans that were denied due to theft
- Long distance charges for merchant, law enforcement and credit calls
- Attorney fees incurred