Identity theft is frustrating and confusing for victims. While each victim’s experience varies, there are certain appropriate actions to take to make sure damage is minimized through the recovery process. Practitioners should provide this checklist to their clients to help them navigate identity theft complexities.
This checklist provides steps to follow when identity theft ensues, from initially notifying credit agencies, following through with notifying the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and contacting the local police and debt collectors (among other considerations)