mail the Inspector General's Office at ethics@atg.state.il. Report fraud, scams, and bad business practices at ReportFraud.ftc.
In Illinois, the plaintiff asserting a common law fraud claim (also called actual or legal fraud) must plead and prove that: The defendant made a false statement of material fact (see Material Misrepresentation). The defendant made the statement with the knowledge that it was false.
Consumers are urged to use 311 to report fraud or other possible illegal practices by businesses or contractors located in Chicago. For home repair work done on a Chicago home, BACP will also investigate complaints against a business or contractor located outside the City.
The OEIG also investigates allegations of fraud, waste, and misconduct, including the misuse of state time, property, or resources, ghost payrolling, procurement fraud, and theft. All OEIG investigations are confidential, including the identity of the complainant.
800-358-5117 (TTY) For deaf and speech-impaired communication over the telephone, dial Illinois Relay at 711. E-mail the Inspector General's Office at ethics@atg.state.il. Report fraud, scams, and bad business practices at ReportFraud.ftc.
Illinois Attorney General: The Attorney General works to protect consumers and businesses that have been victimized by fraud, deception and unfair competition. It has bureaus that focus on the following areas: Consumer Fraud, Charitable Trusts, Franchises, Health Care and Military/Veterans Rights.