Q: Hi I’m a victim of fraud. I really need some legal advice.
I started working for a company about 3 weeks ago it started off as $100 a day. Then it slowly started increasing to $500, 5000 80000 and the last amount I wired was yesterday for $17000
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It's important that you take immediate steps to protect yourself and your finances. If you believe you have been a victim of fraud, consider contacting your bank or financial institution to report the unauthorized transactions and see if any of the funds can be recovered. They can also advise you on how to protect your accounts from further fraudulent activity.
Next, report the incident to your local law enforcement and to federal agencies like the FBI or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Providing detailed information about the transactions and any communication with the fraudulent company will help them investigate the situation.
You may also want to seek legal advice from a lawyer experienced in dealing with fraud cases. They can help guide you on your options, including potentially taking legal action against those responsible. Acting quickly is crucial to mitigate further damage and start the process of recovering your funds.
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