The Federal Trade Commission reported that Impostor Scams were responsible for nearly $1.2 billion in consumer losses last year. As if 2020 wasn’t bad enough!
When in doubt, DO NOT:
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Give personal information to people you do not know
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Give computer access to people you do not know
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Send money via gift card or wire transfer to people you do not know
You can report fraud and scams to the FTC, using this link. https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/#/
Reporting these scams could help to protect others from falling victim to them.
If you think you have already fallen victim to a scam, do not despair. You may be able to file a report with law enforcement and seek a small or large claim against the perpetrator in civil court. Contact us today at Gage-Michaels Law Firm to learn more. Remember: do not delay making the call. Time is of the essence when you are trying to stop a scam artist in their tracks.
