what type of lawyer do i need if i have been scammed

by Gabriel Morar Published 2 years ago Updated 1 year ago 9 min read

For most scams involving goods and services (nonexistent vacation properties, for example, or a fake employment agency), try your state attorney general’s office, your local and state consumer protection agencies (go to usa.gov and search for state consumer protection offices), the Better Business Bureau

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, or, depending on the crime, the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, known as IC3.

A consumer fraud attorney fights for the victims of unfair and deceptive business practices. Companies that use illegal practices to profit at the expense of the consumer must be held accountable and removed from competition with businesses that use fair and legal methods.

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How to avoid being scammed by a lawyer?

It is also advisable to consult the local bar association regarding the authenticity of a lawyer’s license to practice. Last, but probably the most important thing to do to avoid being scammed is to ask for second opinion. Never settle for the opinion of just one lawyer and immediately hire his services.

What should I look out for when talking to a scammer?

Especially to people who should have that information already, such as your bank. Scammers like to impersonate banks and ask for your social security number. Be sure the company you are talking to is who they say they are. Remember you are your own Personal Fraud Protection Beware of claims of easy money and ways to get rich quick.

How can I avoid scams while awaiting trial?

Many scams can be avoided if you trust your instinct and stay on your guard. As a person awaiting trial, your senses are probably heightened and you will notice any details that the average person wouldn’t notice. If unknown people start calling you and claiming they’re affiliated with the lawyer, make sure to double-check.

What is it like to be a victim of a scam?

Victims are sick to there stomach and need to know as quickly as possible, what can be done to get their money back. They need help now. They may have just lost their entire life savings to some scam. These are hard lessons and very painful to endure. As I said, I have been scammed, and I know that devastating and hopeless feeling.

How do I get my money back if I was scammed?

Contact your bank immediately to let them know what's happened and ask if you can get a refund. Most banks should reimburse you if you've transferred money to someone because of a scam.

Is there anything you can do if you get scammed?

Report Scams to Third Parties Report a scam that happened with an online seller or a payment transfer system to the company's fraud department. If you used your credit card or bank account to pay a scammer, report it to the card issuer or bank. Also report scams to the major credit reporting agencies.

Can I report a scammer to the police?

Report the incident to the classified site immediately, sending them as much information as possible about the ad in question as possible. They can retrieve and store information to pass on to the police. Report the incident to your local police station so that they can open a case.

Is scamming a federal crime?

Wire fraud is a federal crime that involves any scheme to defraud another person or party by means of electronic communication. It can take many forms including telemarketing fraud, internet scams, phishing, or fraudulent schemes that use television or radio.