Brad Barron

Hackers love tax fraud -- e.g., submitting a fake return to the IRS and pocketing the refund -- so ID services must include coverage.

Having credit monitoring instead of identity monitoring is like putting a security system in the elevator but not the whole office building.

Employers with ID theft protection plans can help employees recover quickly, while also minimizing stress and lost productivity.

Fraud such as identity theft doesn't just devastate the individual victim but also hurts their employers -- which should provide protection.

Monitoring your credit report is an important way to detect identity theft, but it is reactive, not proactive. Protection needs to be more aggressive.

ID protection must help victims recover from their losses, regain their reputation and rest assured about any future attacks.

Identity theft protection now covers all kinds of monitoring. Make the best choice by understanding each feature available.

Companies are rolling out wellness programs focusing on employees' financial health, to combat lower productivity and greater absenteeism.|