Help! My Ssi Number Fell In Wrong Hands

My lawyer accidently gave my social security number to a family member I cannot trust. This person also knows my birth date, address, employer etc. What is the best plan to “cover all my bases” and be sure that this information isn’t used to open new credit cards or loans without my knowledge?

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Topics:  identity theft   ssi   tips   
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