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Far too frequently people tend to hold onto old and sensitive documents longer than they need to. Conversely, rather than keeping documents, many people simply just toss them in the trash. With identity theft on the rise, document security and identity protection are a high priority. These are the most convincing reasons that you should…

At Legal Shred, we offer drop-off shredding services for those that need just occasional paper shredding. Ever consider dropping your sensitive documents to a local shredder to the job for you? Credit card offers and junk mail can quickly accumulate and overwhelm the average home shredder. Ever consider dropping your sensitive documents to a local…

Companies are trusted with the personal and sensitive information of customers and employees, making an effective security policy a high priority. Does your business have a solid security policy? A security policy is a document that states in writing how a company plans to protect the company’s physical and digital assets. Similar to how a…

If you want optimal identity protection, here are a few reasons why you should ditch the office shredder this year. Purchasing an in-house office shredder may seem like a wise investment, but the reality is that office shredders aren’t as efficient as industrial paper shredders, nor can they guarantee your security. If you want optimal…

One of the best ways to boost your privacy is have a shred-all policy. Here’s how to establish one. Perhaps the most important asset of your business is your data, whether it’s client information, proprietary product information, marketing plans, and even employee information. If this information falls into the wrong hands, you risk identity theft,…

The end of the year might have you feeling a bit overwhelmed with the paper clutter, but routine paper shredding services can help keep your space clean and organized. With the new year upon us, many of us are writing up our list of resolutions. Whether it’s getting healthier or organizing your space, change starts…

Have you ever walked into a healthcare facility and noticed the voluminous number of medical records lining the walls? How do facilities manage when these stacks of paper are no longer in use or the time has come to purge certain files? Is there a proper method for destroying them, and how can facilities safeguard…

As some would say, there is no such thing as a free cruise. Here’s what to do about those mailers and phone calls. Whether it’s by mail or phone call, chances are you’ve been the lucky recipient of a “free” vacation or holiday cruise. Third-party marketers rely on unsolicited phone calls and mailers awarding free…

Scams of all kinds are creeping up, and the more you know, the better you can prepare and avoid falling victim to some of these top holiday scams. The holidays are in full swing, which means criminals are taking advantage of the busy retail season to steal your identity. Now is as good a time…