Banks denying unauthorized withdrawal claims despite geographic anomalies
Consumers lose thousands in unauthorized withdrawals when banks deny fraud claims even after the account holder provides evidence of transactions in states they have never visited. Banks appear to conduct perfunctory investigations and shift the burden of proof onto victims.
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Banks Apply Inconsistent Standards When Investigating Debit Card Fraud
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