BGE Refund, Pet Cemetery Threatened, and New Bill Against Claim Sharks

This week’s highlights feature several impactful stories from the Baltimore area. One notable case involves a Howard County woman who discovered she had been mistakenly covering the utility bills of her neighbor. After noticing unusually high charges from Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), she investigated and found that her account had been incorrectly billed, leading to a substantial refund.

In another story from Elkton, a nearly century-old pet cemetery is at risk of being replaced by a proposed gas station. The cemetery, which has served as a resting place for countless beloved pets, faces an uncertain future as developers seek to acquire the property for commercial use.

Lastly, Cyera Williams reports on a new legislative effort in Congress aimed at combating the practices of so-called claim sharks. These unaccredited companies are accused of exploiting veterans by charging them illegal fees for assistance with VA disability benefit claims. The proposed bill seeks to provide better protections for veterans navigating this critical process.

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Reported by HarborBeat based on WMAR-2 News (source).