Attorney General Raoul Urges Consumers To Do Their Holiday Shopping With Caution

CHICAGO – Ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Attorney General Kwame Raoul is reminding Illinois residents to exercise caution when shopping both online and in person.Raoul is also reminding shoppers to review the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission’s (CPSC) recent recalls and product safety warnings before shopping this holiday season. The CPSC’s up-to-date list highlights hundreds of items with recalls or safety warnings, including toys, clothing, furniture and household items. He is also encouraging shoppers to research the safety and packaging of items for signs of tampering or damage before purchasing.“Black Friday and Cyber Monday are two of the biggest shopping days of the year, but shoppers should be careful to avoid scams or unsafe products in their rush to chase down the