First hour: Discussing scams targeting consumers during the pandemic
Second hour: How small business owners can access federal coronavirus relief funding
Experts in the legal field are warning consumers about scams and fraudulent online tools that target vulnerable populations and essential workers during the pandemic. From tip scamming, to meal price inflation by delivery services, to charity and phishing scams, attorneys say there's a lot to look out for. The New York State Attorney General has launched an effort to combat such scams. This hour, our guests share what they think consumers need to know. Our guests:
- Scott Malouf, local attorney whose practice is focused on the intersection of social media and the law
- Mike Johansson, senior lecturer of communication at RIT, and social media consultant at Fixitology
- Letitia James, New York State Attorney General
Then in our second hour, the Senate has approved a second coronavirus relief bill, which if passed, would revive the previous package's small business loan program that quickly ran out of funding. Local small business owners have expressed their anger and frustration over what they say is a complicated application process and lack of support by the government. This hour, we discuss the new relief package and what small business owners need to know. Our guest will answer questions from listeners who need help with the application process. Our guest:
- Emily Cohen, attorney with Harter, Secrest & Emery
