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Finding and Recovering Your Stolen Assets Worldwide

Our internet fraud law firm knows time is of the essence when dealing with fraudulent parties. We act quickly and aggressively to reclaim stolen funds, wherever they may be.

The internet has become a fertile ground for large scale fraud. Every day, hackers, internet retailers, wholesalers, crypto scammers, and credit card processors are keeping money or products that do not belong to them. The anonymity the internet provides, its global nature, and the lack of human contact make it relatively easy to steal someone else’s property.

Harris Sliwoski is on the forefront of internet fraud litigation. We’ve assisted victims of fraud in North America, Asia, Europe, China, Latin America, and Russia, and our extensive experience in locating and recovering assets worldwide equips us to handle internet fraud cases. Our attorneys have also represented numerous internet retailers in big case litigation against credit card processors for keeping funds that belong to their internet retailer clients.

Internet Fraud Litigation: Our Process

Though every fraud case is different, the components for prevailing in these disputes are nearly always the same. We handle such cases by first gathering as much information as possible regarding the fraudulent scheme and its perpetrators, then using that information as quickly as possible to force a settlement or to prevail in court. These cases are seldom easy, but our record of recovering funds for our clients shows they are often worth pursuing.

If you are the victim of an internet fraud, it’s imperative that you act quickly. Waiting only gives the people with your money more time to conceal what they’ve taken. At the same time, it is important not to alert the perpetrators that you are taking action against them. Harris Sliwoski will help you leverage the element of surprise and file a lawsuit quickly, which can often stop the secreting of assets.

Full Legal Services Surrounding Internet Fraud

Our internet fraud lawyers have worked on the following types of scams:

Bank switch scams
Cyrpto currency scams
Wine future scams
Credit card processing scams
“Come to China” scams
Fake and non-existent product scams
Fake notary scams
Fake lawyer scams
Fake educational institution scams
Fake “love” and “friendship” scams
Fake investment scams

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This law firm was a huge help as our company went through the process of commercial licensing in the California cannabis industry. They have helped us with a variety of legal issues in a timely fashion, while clearly communicating with us throughout the process. Everyone we’ve worked with at Harris Sliwoski is an expert in their field and we have always felt that we were in good hands through our legal representation.

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Matt Hurt, COO Cannabis Nation

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Tony Theiss, CEO and Co-Founder Redbarn Cannabis

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Frequently Asked Questions

How Do You Fight Internet Fraud?

Internet fraud is a growing concern, but your business can fight it. You can lower your risk of internet fraud by implementing safe practices and tools. Examples include:

Using strong passwords.
Updating passwords frequently.
Requiring two-step authentication.
Recognizing and avoiding common scams.

Aside from prevention, hiring a legal team to defend your business against internet fraud is the best way to mitigate it.

Is Internet Fraud a Federal Crime?

Yes, internet fraud is a federal crime. There are various types of internet fraud that fall under different federal laws. United States Code Title 18 covers many situations that qualify as internet fraud. Some examples include:

18 U.S.C. Section 1028: Identity theft
Section 1029: Credit card fraud
Section 1030: Computer hacking
Section 1343: Wire fraud

The penalty for internet fraud depends on the type. Wire fraud carries a maximum sentence of 20 years in federal prison. Computer fraud prison sentences range from one to 10 years. Successful or not, an attempt at internet fraud warrants a penalty. It’s best to pursue legal action when a cyberattacker attempts fraud against your business to protect yourself from future harm.

Who Is in Charge of Internet Fraud?

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is the top agency investigating internet fraud in the United States. The FBI responds to cases that violate federal laws related to various types of internet fraud.

Beyond federal laws, all 50 states, the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico have laws that relate to internet fraud. State laws cover malware, spyware hacking, viruses and other forms of unauthorized access. Harris Sliwoski can help you understand the federal and state laws that protect your business — and we can help your business pursue justice if it falls victim to internet fraud.