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Date Published:: 2023-11-27
Description:: A biennial report on the third-party food delivery services fee caps, including recommendations on the maintenance or adjustment of the delivery fee caps that apply to third-party food delivery services, pursuant to section 20-563.3(d) of the New York City Administrative Code.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Consumers and Business
Report Type:: Reports - Biennial (Every Two Years)

Date Published:: 2022-12-12
Description:: Women face unique challenges in the workplace and marketplace. The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection created these tips to educate women about ways to protect themselves and where to turn for help.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Consumers and Women
Report Type:: Reports - Annual

Date Published:: 2022-08-08
Description:: Consumer protection tips for older New Yorkers to provide education on common scams and financial issues.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Aged and Consumers
Report Type:: Brochures

Date Published:: 2022-04-27
Description:: In-Person Licensing and Collections Services Available By Appointment Only. For all other DCWP services, use online services at nyc.gov/dcwp or email the Division listed on the flyer.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Licenses and Permits, Consumers, and COVID-19
Report Type:: Brochures

Date Published:: 2021-12-15
Description:: Women face unique challenges in the workplace and marketplace. The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection created these tips to educate women about ways to protect themselves and where to turn for help.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Women and Consumers
Report Type:: Reports - Annual

Date Published:: 2021-10-13
Description:: A document with important tips and information when funeral planning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Death, Consumers, and COVID-19
Report Type:: Other

Date Published:: 2021-04-29
Description:: This report examines the virtual lease-to-own (LTO) industry in New York City, specifically focusing on those promoted by brick-and mortar businesses, and the deceptive tactics used to lure consumers into financing agreements.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Consumers
Report Type:: Other

Date Published:: 2021-03-04
Description:: Scammers often take advantage of vulnerable people during times of crisis and distress. It is important that you be aware of any potential scams in order to protect yourself and your money. This publication describes common COVID-19-related scams and tips to stay safe.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Consumers and COVID-19
Report Type:: Other

Date Published:: 2020-12-01
Description:: This research brief examines how COVID-19 is impacting New Yorkers' financial health in the short-term and the potential long-term impacts of not immediately addressing the uneven impact of the pandemic economy.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Consumers
Report Type:: Other

Date Published:: 2020-11-09
Description:: After analyzing the more than 10,000 complaints about price gouging, DCWP found that the neighborhoods with the most complaints are many of the same neighborhoods that were hardest hit by COVID-19. These neighborhoods, which are majority Black and Hispanic, are already financially vulnerable.
Agency:: Consumer and Worker Protection, Department of (DCWP)
Subject(s):: Consumers
Report Type:: Data / Statistics

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