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A MAJOR BANK has been forced to apologize after it provided a customer unusable checks for a bank account, prompting claims the recipient was blocked from accessing over $25,000 of his own money.
Derek Monroe, 56, says he was significantly inconvenienced after Wells Fargo wrongly issued him two checks for a checkless banking account.
The checks were unusable, preventing Monroe from withdrawing his funds and causing headaches for himself and his family.
He claims they were fake checks.
“You just can’t make this stuff up,” Monroe told The U.S. Sun.
“In my 40-plus years experience with banking, I have never come across such a socio-path-like institution that is not only out to make a profit out of customers but is actually out to harm them.”
Monroe thought he had received fake checks because his new bank, Old National Bank, rejected the documents despite him having enough money in his Well Fargo account.
Starter checks, sometimes known as counter checks or temporary checks, are printed checks that normally contain the bank’s routing number and account information.
Banks issue starter checks for new account holders to reduce fraud and eliminate wait times for customers.
Financial institutions can also earn fees from printing personalized starter checks.
“The banker at Old National Bank told me that in her 30 years experience she never had an officially issued check rejected if there is enough money to cover it,” Monroe said.
The Illinois man had opened the Wells Fargo account for his son, Milan, for personal use while he was studying at university.
After several attempts to contact Wells Fargo, a bank representative informed Monroe the only way to get his money out was to visit an actual branch in person.
Monroe claims to have been seriously inconvenienced by this, as it forced his son to take the bus from the University of Illinois back home to Chicago to attend the bank branch the next day.
He then dropped his son back at school, traveling over 400 miles in two days, or about 11 hours.
Monroe attempted to sue Wells Fargo, alleging negligence and breach of contract, and seeking resolution in the form of payment for lost interest income, refunds for check fees, and travel costs.
The U.S. Sun contacted Wells Fargo, with a spokesperson saying the checks had been issued “in error” and apologized for the mistake.
“When a customer opens a Clear Access Banking account, we make them aware that it is a checkless banking account,” the spokesperson said.
“Unfortunately, we provided our customer with starter checks at the branch in error.
“We apologize for this error and have taken action to correct the mistake.”
Wells Fargo disputes Monroe’s characterization of the checks as “fake.”
After The U.S. Sun inquired with Wells Fargo, the bank offered Monroe a $750 settlement payment to dismiss the case.
Monroe was first offered a $250 settlement and was asked to sign a non-disclosure agreement.
Monroe was outraged by this.
“The settlement amount would not cover even filing fees, lost interest income, and bank fees, not to mention travel fees,” Monroe said.
“The $250 offer of settlement is seriously only in a degree of insult that the bank is interested in inflicting.”
Monroe accused the bank of being like a “pirate ship without any control at the helm.”
“I simply do not understand the corporate management and culture at the Wells Fargo bank as the only thing I can compare it to is a pirate ship without any control at the helm,” Monroe said.
Monroe has now accepted the settlement payment.
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JERRY JONES has sent a clear message to Mike McCarthy over his future as Dallas Cowboys head coach.
The NFC East flops have had a dreadful 2024-25 NFL season, with a 3-3 record.
They were hammered 47-9 at home to the Detroit Lions on Sunday afternoon.
That came after a 44-19 humiliation by the New Orleans Saints at the AT&T Stadium.
The Cowboys were also beaten 28-25 by the Baltimore Ravens, during an embarrassing home run.
And Jones had spoken out about the issues at the Cowboys – with dreams of a Super Bowl in tatters.
“We’ve got to assess and we’ve certainly got a bye week, but there’s nothing magic about a bye week,” Jones said.
“You can do some things differently within three days of some of the things that bit us out there today.
“This was very concerning and it was very humbling.
“It felt bad because of all of our great fans, especially the ones in the stadium and certainly the ones that are all about the Cowboys.”
Jones was sitting in the stands watching the Cowboys destruction on the field as he celebrated his 85th birthday.
It was the worst home defeat they have suffered since he bought the franchise in 1989.
He also opened on on McCarthy’s job security – with fans demanding he is fired.
“Oh, I haven’t even considered that, I’m not considering that so you’re clear, I’m not considering that,” added Jones.
“Do you think I’m an idiot? Do you? OK?
“Well, I’m not gonna hypothetical with you about what I consider coaching change in light of the timing we’re sitting here with.
“I’m not at all.”
The Cowboys – who were held to just 53 running yards against the Lions – suffered another miserable stat in the game.
It was the most point they had ever given up without scoring a touchdown.
“This was a shocker,” said Jones, who looked miserable after being caught on the live Fox TV broadcast in his private box.
“I thought we would do a lot of things better in that football game and think we can.
“We just didn’t do them out there today and don’t have a lot of answers.
“What are you going to do about it? We’re gonna go to work.”
TYRA Banks is making a triumphant return to the Victoria’s Secret runway after almost twenty years.
The supermodel last hit the runway in the 2005 before she retired from modelling to take on other creative ventures. But now she’s back for Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2024.
Tyra Banks is not married, nor has she ever tied the knot.
However, the former Victoria’s Secret Angel has been in a serious relationship with businessman, Louis Bélanger-Martin, since 2019.
The pair reportedly live together and in August 2020, rumors began to swirl that the supermodel was engaged after she was spotted in California sporting a diamond ring.
Despite the bling, a source debunked rumors and told US Weekly that Banks and Bélanger-Martin are, in fact, “not engaged.”
Although Banks has avoided the alter, she is no stranger to high-profile relationships.
One of her most famous relationships was with actor, Will Smith, from 1993 to 1994.
The pair both starred on the sitcom, The Fresh Prince of Bel Air, where Banks played Smith’s ex-girlfriend, Jackie.
Her longest relationship was with Wall Street businessman, John Utendahl, from 2007 to 2011.
Banks was also linked to British singer, Seal, actor, Tyler Perry, and even golf star, Tiger Woods.
Banks had reportedly always wanted to be a mother and her dream came true in January 2016 when she welcomed her son, York Banks Asla.
At the time, Banks was dating Norwegian photographer, Erik Asla.
York was welcomed via a surrogate due to several failed attempts at IVF, she told PEOPLE.
“I’ve had some not happy moments with that, very traumatic moments. It’s difficult as you get older. It’s not something that can just happen.”
Banks and Asla split in 2017, however, the two reportedly get along and work together professionally.
Banks is an American television personality, model, producer, businesswoman, actress, singer, and author.
She began her career as a model at the age of 15 and was the first woman of African-American descent to be featured on the covers of GQ and the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue.
Tyra was also a Victoria’s Secret Angel from 1997 to 2005.
By the early 2000s, she was one of the world’s top-earning models.
Tyra reportedly has a net worth of around $90million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
EIGHT in ten women in the UK aren’t checking their breasts regularly and a third admit they never check themselves for signs of breast cancer, research by Estée Lauder found in 2022.
This is shocking as two-thirds of cases are detected in this way.
I’m in my third year as an ambassador for its breast cancer campaign and we have been focusing on the groups that are least likely to check – including South Asian women, women under 40 and Black women.
Attending mammograms, women are invited between the ages of 50 and 71, is another way to spot breast cancer early. You can ask for mammograms after 71.
Aside from a lump in the breast, chest, collarbone or armpit, other signs to look and feel for are: changes to the skin or nipple, a rash, crusting or discharge around the nipple, or changes in size, shape or colour of the breasts.
See your GP for any changes so they can rule out cancer, or detect it as soon as possible.
Here is a selection of what readers have asked this week. . .
Q) CAN you please tell me anything about desmin myopathy?
My 51-year-old son has this condition but we are not being told anything about it and I am worried. It is awful to see him suffer in this way.
A) Desmin is a protein that helps maintain the structure and strength of muscles.
Think of it as scaffolding that helps hold muscle fibres together, keeping them aligned and all working properly.
Desmin myopathy (also known as myofibrillar myopathy) is a rare genetic condition that causes muscle weakness, typically in the legs first.
It can slowly spread to the body, neck, face, respiratory muscles and sometimes the heart muscle, causing cardiomyopathy.
The severity and progression of symptoms can vary greatly between individuals.
While this can be a genetic disease, it is not always inherited.
Sometimes the genetic mutation is sporadic, meaning it can arise in people without a family history of the disease.
It is very difficult to watch a loved one suffer, especially with a rare condition that isn’t well understood – the first case of desmin myopathy wasn’t identified until the late Nineties.
Does he have someone to attend hospital appointments with, and share the worry with?
Sometimes when we receive a diagnosis we try to shield our loved ones from information that might upset them. Letting your son know that you want to know everything so that you can help support him may help get some honest conversations started.
Think of ways in which you can offer support in the meantime – cooking meals, supporting childcare, shopping or housework if that is relevant.
I strongly recommend asking your son to engage with specialist nurses or therapists who are part of his healthcare team as they can provide more detailed care and support.
Physiotherapy, mobility aids, and respiratory monitoring are often used to manage this condition, and psychological support can be extremely helpful.
Please don’t hesitate to contact patient groups or charities, such as Muscular Dystrophy UK. They can offer valuable information and emotional support.
Q) I AM a male, 67 years old, and for the past six months I have had pain in my left groin, particularly when walking or standing for a long time.
I have had four knee replacements on my right leg and have just finished radiotherapy for prostate cancer. I was previously very sporty. I am still playing golf regularly.
Many friends have mentioned this as a sign of needing a hip replacement.
Do you think it may be that, or could it be something else?
A) Osteoarthritis in the hip is a common cause of groin pain in men over 60 and could explain your symptoms.
For example, hip pain can sometimes worsen with walking or standing, and can even affect sleep when lying down.
The multiple knee surgeries may have chan-ged how you walk, putting extra strain on your hips, and potentially accelerating any wear and tear on the joint.
Radiotherapy itself is not linked to osteoarthritis, but the overall stress on your body from cancer treatments, such as hormonal therapy, could play a role in how you recover from or manage joint issues.
You mention having been sporty, and a lifetime of sports that involve high speeds, pivoting, kicking or high impact such as football, rugby, and running can increase the risk of hip osteoarthritis. Having said that, it is important to know that remaining active can help maintain the health of the joint now.
Furthermore, keeping the muscles strong can alleviate the pain.
In particular, lower-impact activities such as cycling, swimming and walking can be beneficial.
Being physically active has many other health benefits, so please do keep it up.
That said, the pain may not actually be coming from the hip joint at all.
Other causes should be considered, such as referred pain from the spine or pelvic region, or even lingering effects from radiotherapy.
An assessment by your GP or an orthopaedic specialist can help determine if this is a hip issue, or something else.
If surgery is a concern, non-surgical options like physiotherapy and pain management can help, and some lifestyle adjustments such as weight loss may also provide relief.
Q) I USED to be on vitamin D and alendronic acid for osteoporosis but after about six years, my doctor advised me to stop them.
Within a few months, most of my hair (body and head) fell out and now my fingernails are so brittle. If I mention any of my worries to my doctors they make me feel like a hypochondriac.
I’m not accepting “old age” and my once thick, healthy, shiny hair and lovely nails are gone.
A) I’d be interested to know why you were told to stop taking your treatment.
Most likely it’s the alendronic acid that’s been stopped, due to side effects including heartburn, swallowing difficulty or other issues with the gullet. It may also be stopped if your kidney function goes below a certain threshold.
I would guess that the vitamin D is fine to continue and you should check if it’s OK to restart this. Vitamin D is something we should all be supplementing with from October to March anyway, and for someone with osteoporosis, I would advise supplementing all year round.
Vitamin D deficiency can affect both hair and nail health. Iron, B12, folate, zinc and magnesium deficiency should be ruled out too. If you wanted to have this assessed further and have the funds to do so, you could see a hair and scalp specialist (trichologist).
They will use a special camera to look at the hair follicles and give you bespoke advice about supplements, hair products and lifestyle to optimise your hair health.
I can understand you may feel fobbed off by your GP. It can be very difficult to give patients additional time when we are so limited if the issue is raised at the end of an appointment.
Our hair and nails do change as we age, but it should not be assumed to be all age-related, especially if there was a rapid change when you stopped taking the medication.