The Fraud Recovery Plan
Document Everything
Save all communications, transaction records, websites, emails - everything. Screenshots are evidence.
Report to Authorities
FTC, FBI IC3, state attorney general, local police. File reports everywhere applicable.
Contact Financial Institutions
Bank, credit card, payment apps. Dispute unauthorized transactions. Freeze accounts if needed.
Fraud Laws Are Serious
Fraud is a crime. Civil remedies often allow recovery of damages, attorney fees, and sometimes punitive damages.
Common Fraud & Scam Recovery Situations
Browse demand letter templates for specific Fraud & Scam Recovery disputes:
Wire Transfer Dispute
Attempt recovery of fraudulent or erroneous wire transfers.
Identity Theft Dispute
Dispute accounts and charges resulting from identity theft.
Title Company Dispute
Dispute title company errors affecting property ownership or closing.
Investment Fraud Claim
Demand recovery from investment fraud or broker misconduct.
Check Fraud Claim
Recover funds from check fraud.
ACH Fraud Claim
Recover unauthorized ACH debits.
Romance Scam Recovery
Attempt recovery from romance scams.
Tech Support Scam Recovery
Recover money from tech support scams.
Lottery Scam Recovery
Report and attempt recovery from lottery scams.
Data Breach Compensation
Seek compensation from company data breaches.
Fraud Recovery FAQ
Can I get my money back?
Sometimes. Credit card chargebacks work. Wire transfers are harder but not impossible. Act fast.
Should I report to police?
Yes. Always file a police report. It creates a paper trail and may help with insurance or bank claims.
Where do I file complaints?
FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov, FBI IC3 for internet fraud, state attorney general, and local police. File with all applicable agencies.
Can I dispute a wire transfer?
Difficult but possible. Contact your bank immediately. Some banks can recall wires if caught quickly enough.
What about cryptocurrency scams?
Crypto is hard to recover but report to IC3 and your exchange. Some recovery firms specialize in blockchain tracing.
Should I be embarrassed?
No. Fraud victims come from all backgrounds. Scammers are professionals. Report the crime - silence protects fraudsters.
Can I sue the scammer?
Yes, if you can find them. A civil judgment lets you pursue assets and can sometimes be enforced across state lines.
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