Fullerton, CA asked in Consumer Law for California

Q: I believe I have been scammed by an international shipping scam. I have received and shipped packages and not been paid.

I have saved all my documents from shipping as well as pictures of items, email exchanges, and labels.

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Neil Pedersen
Neil Pedersen
Answered
  • Westminster, CA
  • Licensed in California

A: This is a common scam that has caused a lot of people to lose money. In the future, when something appears to be too good to be true, it is a scam.

As to getting paid, it is highly unlikely you will ever find someone to sue and collect from. These are sophisticated scammers who disappear into the night when pursued. Your best bet may be to report the scam as a crime and hope the police can track down the criminals. Not likely going to happen.

Good luck to you.

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