Consumer Protection Coalition and National Insurance Crime Bureau Release PSAs on AOB Auto Glass Abuse
New spots warn consumers about scams involving windshield repairs
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Feb. 11, 2021 /PRNewswire/ The Consumer Protection Coalition (CPC) and National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) announced today they are jointly releasing two new video public service announcements (PSAs) warning consumers about Assignment of Benefits (AOB) auto glass fraud and abuse. These PSAs, available in English and Spanish, are intended to raise awareness and help protect Florida consumers from falling victim to auto glass insurance scams.
Avoid windshield bullies. If someone approaches you and says you have a chipped or cracked windshield and can fix it, pass. Call your insurer before doing any glass repairs on your car.
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