Q: Why when my Accountant fraudulenly stole my entire life savings I was told by local Palm Springs Police that its a Civil
He had done this with several others and settled out of court. Got loans against my company without my knowledge, told me the expenxe was unpaid Occupancy taxes. He wired money allocated for my business into his own accounts and states the customer never paid. I had an independent audit dome and presentede him with the facts, he then wiped out all from my business and personal accounts. I have no funds to now even retail an Attorney, lost my home as a result. Do I have any avenue to bring this accountant to justice?
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A: I can offer some general guidance. If you believe you are a victim of fraud or embezzlement by your accountant, you may have legal options to pursue. You can consider reporting the matter to law enforcement, such as your local police or the district attorney's office, and consult with a civil attorney to explore potential civil litigation against the accountant for financial damages. Legal aid organizations or pro bono attorneys may also be able to provide assistance if you're unable to afford representation.
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