Court Alert

What a Statewide Fraud Alert Means for You Earlier this year, Philadelphia Courts issued a formal alert warning residents across Pennsylvania about a significant risk of consumer fraud. While this warning originated in one state, the tactics and schemes it highlights are not confined by borders. Court systems don’t issue these alerts lightly; they act on patterns of complaints and emerging threats that can affect anyone. This serves as a timely reminder for all of us to review our defenses against the most common and damaging scams in circulation today. ...

Court Alert: A Practical Guide to Spotting and Stopping Consumer Fraud Last week, a statewide consumer fraud alert from the Philadelphia Courts made headlines. While the full details from the Lehigh Valley Press report are limited, the core message is clear and critical: authorities are urging heightened vigilance against scams targeting everyday people. Such alerts are not issued lightly; they signal a concerning pattern of fraud that demands public attention. ...

Philadelphia Courts’ Fraud Alert: How to Spot and Stop a Fake Texting Scam In March 2026, the Philadelphia Courts took the unusual step of issuing a formal, statewide consumer fraud alert. The warning centers on a surge in sophisticated texting scams where criminals impersonate court officials or other government entities. This isn’t just a local Pennsylvania issue; it’s a blueprint for a type of fraud that is becoming increasingly common everywhere. Understanding how this scam works is your first and best defense. ...