You write the check for your credit card bill, toss the statement in the recycling bin, and put the check in your mailbox. You have just provided enough information for a crook to easily steal your identity.A little awareness, and a cheap shredder, can go a long way in protecting yourself from identity theft.The U.S. Department of Justice says more than 11.5 million people are victimized yearly with an average loss of nearly $5,000. Around 100 million people have had their information put at risk through the hacking of business and government databases.Check your credit reportDespite what you might see
