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DCA earns national award.DCA earns Agency of Year award
June 24, 2008
For the second time in three years, the National Association of Consumer Agency Administrators has given its national Agency of the Year award to the County of Los Angeles Department of Consumer Affairs. more

Many new laws went into effect in January. DCA investigation busts real estate scam
March 20, 2008
An investigation by DCA's Real Estate Fraud and Information Program against a predatory mortgage lending company has resulted in a $20 million civil lawsuit by the California Attorney General. San Bernardino County authorities have arrested several people involved with this alleged scam. more

Supervisor Knabe speaks to seniors.Supervisors, DCA inform seniors
Updated Sept. 17, 2007
Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe and DCA recently presented a Smarter Seniors Forum in San Pedro. DCA and the Board of Supervisors host several Smarter Seniors Forums throughout Los Angeles County. more

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Digital TelevisionTelevision is Going Digital
Updated April 15, 2008
What’s all this talk about digital television, high definition television, transition dates and new TV sets?
Those are questions many of us are asking ourselves these days. Now that Congress has set a February 17, 2009, date for the completion of the "DTV transition," what do we need to do? Viewers who currently get their signals “over the air,” using a rooftop antenna or rabbit ears, will have to make some adjustments. more

Many new laws went into effect in January. New Consumer Laws for 2008
January 25, 2008
Do I have to spend every cent on that gift certificate?
When can I use a cell phone when I'm driving?
Can I file for Small Claims Court online?
Do I still get a homestead exemption if I get divorced?
Several laws have changed this year. Find them here.

After a disaster, who's helping and who's harming? After a Disaster, Expect the Best, Worst
October 26, 2007
Fires, floods, earthquakes and other disasters are common in Southern California. Often, these events bring out the best in us. Sadly, some people see disasters as a chance to take advantage of those in need. Who can help? Who will try to cheat you? Consider these tips. more

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