Has Your Security Been Breached?
Are you in the Google database?
Type your telephone # into the search barClick Search… And see what comes up!
 This Newsletter is my way of sharing information helpful to keeping you and your family safe, informed, empowered or entertained. John Bisnar |
- Did you know that by just typing your telephone number
into GOOGLE'S search bar and clicking on the search button, your
home address may pop up?
- Did you know that any person wishing to discover the physical location of a phone number, be it a home or business, could use this feature to locate a physical street address, and receive explicit directions on how to get there form anywhere in the country?
- Did you know that any person wishing to discover the physical location of a phone number, be it a home or business, could use this feature to locate a physical street address, and receive explicit directions on how to get there form anywhere in the country?
- Did you know there is an option available that will
allow anyone to remove their telephone number from the database
that is linked to this mapping feature?
One positive use of this feature could be to determine the location of a party for whom you may only have a phone number. On a negative note, this feature could also be used by people you do not want having your personal information or showing up at your door.
Google has now made available an option that will allow anyone to remove their telephone number from the database linked to the mapping feature. If you or someone you know is interested in removing themselves from this feature please forward and follow the instructions provided below.
You will first need to check if your number is listed in the Google database by attempting a search.
3 Easy Steps to Search Your Number
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1. Go to www.google.com.
2. Enter your full telephone number separated by dashes (i.e. 404-524-5811). If the number appears in the mapping database, an icon resembling a telephone will appear next to the first or second entry on the results page.
3. Clicking on this icon will take you to a page containing a description of the service, and a link to request your number be removed form the database.
Employee Profile
I am pleased to introduce a new member of the Bisnar & Chase team - Stephanie Bruce. Stephanie is our "Pre-litigation Legal Assistant". She assists the paralegals in file management and evidence accumulation. She collects medical records and billing, she opens claims with insurance companies, and assists new clients with intake formalities. Stephanie does a fabulous job; she is smart and very efficient. Clients like her.Stephanie comes to us from another law firm. She says, " I feel like I finally found my home. At Bisnar & Chases there is a high level of professionalism that I have not known in the past. Every staff member is so well educated - they really know their jobs. Attention to detail is a priority and I see everyday how well the clients are taken care of."
Stephanie enjoys spending all her free time with her 2-year-old son Ronnie. Welcome Stephanie, we are glad to have you on our team.
Tip of the Month
To ensure a safe and happy 2003, here is the "around-the-house" safety tip that homeowners can resolve to follow this month:- May: Fence in your pool. With Memorial Day marking the beginning of swimming pool season, ensure the safety of your family and neighbors by installing a tall fence with a locked gate around your swimming pool.
If you have important information, or an empowering or funny story that you would like to share with my readers please email it directly to me at: jbisnar@bestattorney.com.
--John Bisnar, Bisnar and Chase, LLP.
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