Sky,
Thanks for the reminder. I'm glad that we are only liable for the first $50 of phony credit.
The number one identity theft is a clerk who sells information they have collected to the criminals who are going to use the information. All they need is the numbers and security number to do business over the Internet. We are in a society of credit cards now. It is my basic payment method. When I take my wallet out to pay my bill, I leave the wallet in front of me on the counter or table, or I hold it in my hand, until the credit card is returned. When it is returned I check the name and number on the card. This makes sure that I have gotten the card back, and checking the information insures I got the right card back.
My biggest problem is at truck stops where I have to leave my credit card at the counter to fuel up. There's nothing I can do about it. I used to hate "Pilot" because they ask you ahead of time how much fuel you will be purchasing and then run you credit card. You can only fill to that amount, but if you are under, you go back in and get another receipt for the correct amount. At least in this case you don't have to leave your CC at the counter.
Everyone stay safe!
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