Zoom, IL…. In light of the uptick in identity theft and fraud in Illinois, State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) is hosting an online informational identity theft prevention and protection workshop to help residents avoid becoming a victim.
The webinar will be on Monday, March 1st at 5pm and will be taught by a member of the Illinois Comptroller’s Office. Residents can participate in the workshop via Zoom or Facebook live on Rep. Weber’s page. To register for the webinar via Zoom click here.
At the workshop constituents will learn how to identify potential scams/fraud, protect yourself against identity theft, and understand the importance of securing your personal information. There will also be an update on fraudulent claims being filed through the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES).
“So many of my residents have been or will be impacted by identity theft, especially through IDES,” Rep. Weber said. “This webinar is a great way to make sure everyone is prepared.”
What: ID Theft Workshop
When: Monday, March 1st at 5pm
Where: Zoom or Facebook.com/StateRepresentativeTomWeber