U.S. Fraud Recovery Guide: How Our Professional Legal Team Helps You Recover Losses
After falling victim to fraud in the United States, many victims are most concerned with one question: "Can the lost money be recovered?" The answer is: It is possible, but time is critical. According to data from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), fraud cases in the U.S. caused over $10 billion in losses in 2023. However, more than 40% of victims who took timely legal action successfully recovered part or all of their funds. As a law firm specializing in financial fraud recovery, we have a powerful legal team and extensive practical experience, dedicated to helping clients recover losses through legal means.
1. The Golden 72 Hours: The Key to Mitigating Losses
The first 72 hours after a fraud incident are the golden window for recovering funds. Our legal team takes immediate action, including:
- Freezing Accounts: Contacting banks or payment platforms to freeze involved accounts and prevent further transfers.
- Tracking Fund Flows: Using the SWIFT system or blockchain technology to trace the flow of funds and identify recipient information.
- Collecting Evidence: Preserving all communication records, transfer receipts, and transaction details related to the fraud to support subsequent legal actions.
2. Legal Tools: A Multi-Pronged Approach to Recovery
We leverage the robust U.S. legal system to provide comprehensive recovery services:
- Electronic Fund Transfer Act (Regulation E): Applicable to bank transfer fraud, allowing clients to file a dispute within 60 days and request the bank to investigate and recover funds.
- Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA): For online fraud, we can pursue criminal liability against fraudsters and apply for asset freezes.
- International Legal Collaboration: For cross-border fraud cases, we work with agencies like the FBI and Interpol to initiate cross-border recovery procedures.
3. Success Stories: Combining Technology and Law
In 2023, we assisted a Silicon Valley engineer in recovering 500,000,Using blockchain analysis tools, we identified the scammer’s wallet address and successfully obtained a court freeze order, ultimately intercepting the funds transfer. Additionally, in another business email compromise (BEC) case, we helped a client recover $1.2 million by tracing the international wire transfer path.
4. Our Strengths
- Expert Team: Our legal team includes former federal prosecutors, financial crime investigators, and blockchain technology consultants.
- Technology-Driven: Utilizing advanced blockchain analysis tools and digital forensics to accurately trace fund flows.
- Rapid Response: Offering 24/7 emergency services to ensure legal procedures are initiated within the golden window.
5. Act Now to Recover Your Losses
If you or your loved ones have been victims of fraud in the U.S., contact us immediately. Our goal is to maximize the recovery of your losses and hold fraudsters accountable through legal means. Remember, time is money—the sooner you act, the higher the chance of recovering your funds.