Joel Winston

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Joel S. Winston is a former Deputy Attorney General for the State of New Jersey​. His current legal practice is focused on consumer rights litigation, information privacy and data protection law. Joel is also a nationally-recognized expert on specialty credit reports and has provided legal commentary for CNN, US News & World Report, Consumers Digest and TechCrunch.com.​ ​​ ​You can contact him at Joel.Winston at winstonlawllc.com.

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How Landlords Learn Your Secrets: Special Renter Reports
Finding the perfect house or apartment to rent is pretty tough â... read more

October 28, 2015

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My Baby's Data Was Hacked. What Should I Do Now?
My Baby’s Data Was Hacked. What Should I Do Now?
My 10-week-old son Ben has the biggest smile, is a champion sleep... read more

February 18, 2015

Identity Theft and Scams

The Quick Guide to Cheap Textbooks
The Quick Guide to Cheap Textbooks
You’re smart enough to get into college; so don’t pay the stu... read more

September 2, 2014

Personal Finance

How Insurance Companies Predict When You'll Die
How Insurance Companies Predict When You’ll Die
Life insurance is arguably the most disturbing financial product ... read more

June 18, 2014

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