Identity Theft News
The Biggest Reasons to Be Thankful For Document Destruction
Modern paper shredding and document destruction is a process to be thankful for. Here’s why… We’ve come a long way since the inception of the first paper shredder, and despite it’s rather peculiar and tarnished history, modern paper shredding and document destruction is a process to be thankful for. Without commercial paper shredding, businesses and…
Read MoreProtect Your Identity While Traveling for the Holidays
Don’t let identity theft worries bog you down. Travel safely and enjoy the holiday season with these few tips. With the holiday season beginning, travel plans are underway for many who are off to visit friends and family to celebrate the festivities. Of course, with travel comes the worry of identity theft, but it’s possible…
Read MoreICYMI: It’s Time to Consider Quarterly Cleanup
As we close out October, many businesses and residents are preparing to close out the final quarter of the year. Here’s how Legal Shred can help you clean up! The end of the quarter is upon us, and what better time of year to start cleaning out file cabinets and virtual files that have accumulated…
Read MoreA Clean Desk Policy Means Better Security
A Clean Desk Policy Means Better Security Following a clean desk policy can help your business reduce the risk of information theft, fraud, or a security breach caused by sensitive information being left unattended and visible in plain view. “It’s pointless to have a nice clean desk, because it means you’re not doing anything.” While…
Read MorePolitical Mailings & Recycling: We Can Help
Your mailbox may have been a bit fuller these last few weeks. Don’t let the waste end up in a landfill. With Election Day finally here, you’re probably wondering exactly how many political fliers you’ve been delivered over the last few weeks. Despite being in the digital age, direct mail is still one of the…
Read MoreQuarterly Shredding & Clean Up for Your Documents
As we close out October, many businesses and residents are preparing to close out the final quarter of the year. Here’s how Legal Shred can help you clean up! This is a good time to consider document management processes, which include discarding documents that have met or exceeded their retention periods. Managing the flow of…
Read MoreHospital Discharge Paper Shredding & Identity Protection
How do you dispose of your hospital discharge papers once you no longer need them? A visit to the hospital can be a scary experience, but a lot of care and consideration goes into the safety of patients, especially upon discharge. Once a patient is healthy, a doctor will order discharge papers to take home…
Read MoreLegal Shred: Helping to Weather the Storm
Post-storm cleanup reminders for safety and security from Legal Shred. When a terrible storm hits, it’s the aftermath that is the worst. Communities are left to rebuild what’s been damaged and destroyed; downed trees, damaged power lines, debris littering the streets, and houses and businesses are often left uninhabitable. In the wake of Hurricane Matthew,…
Read MoreTips (and Tricks!) for Halloween Identity Protection
Stay safe this Halloween with some identity protection tips and tricks. Halloween is a fun, yet scary time of year. While some of the scaring is intentional and in the spirit of the holiday, no one should fear for their identities and protecting their information. Focus on the scares that are fun, open a bag…
Read MoreFederal Versus State Paper Shredding Laws
How well do you know federal and state paper shredding laws? Paper is a necessity for businesses, and how we keep and dispose of documents largely depends on its contents, and the rules and regulations. You can’t just toss any old document in a trash receptacle, as it may contain confidential business, employee, or customer…
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