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     • The letter looks like it’s from a law firm and offers an “easy way” to get money using someone else’s life insurance policy. But it’s a scam.
     consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2023/08/did-you-get-letter-lawyer-about-cashing-someone-elses-life-insurance-policy

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2. consumer.ftc.gov › consumer-alerts › 2023Did you get a letter from a “lawyer” about cashing in on ...

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   Aug 18, 2023 · The letter looks like it’s from a law firm and offers an “easy way” to get money using someone else’s life insurance policy. But it’s a scam. Here’s how to spot it. In the letter, the “lawyer” says they have a deceased client with an unclaimed life insurance policy worth millions.

3. www.consumeraffairs.com › news › this-letter-from-aThis letter from a 'lawyer' is just the latest scam

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   Aug 24, 2023 · A fake law firm in Canada is sending letters to U.S. consumers pitching a scam on how to make money off of another person's life insurance policy.

   • Author: Gary Guthrie

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5. www.cbs17.com › news › digging-deeperLetter saying unclaimed Canadian insurance policy worth ...

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   May 31, 2021 · RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) – Letters offering a huge windfall from a Canadian law firm have been hitting mailboxes in the area recently. When one came to a CBS 17 viewer, they asked consumer investigator Steve Sbraccia to check it out.

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6. consumer.ftc.gov › consumer-alerts › 2024Contacted about long-lost relative’s life insurance policy or ...

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   This is not a lawyer — it’s a scammer. That’s the most important thing to know. But the letter sounds convincing, explaining that the firm has tried to contact family members. No heir, they say, has come forward to collect the multi-million-dollar life insurance policy or inheritance.

7. www.reddit.com › r › PersonalFinanceCanadaLaw firm contacted me over unpaid debt. I'm terrified.

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   I would ensure it's actually the law firm contacting you and not a scam. Usually a reputable law firm wouldn't go to low tactics like this and seems very unprofessional. Is the debt to this law firm or to someone else?

8. consumer.ftc.gov › consumer-alerts › 2022Contacted about a long-lost relative’s inheritance? Hold on a ...

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   Aug 10, 2022 · Here’s what they offer: they’ll split the inheritance between you, their law firm, and some charities. One other thing: they say you have to keep this information secret and reach out to them by email — immediately. So what’s really happening? This is not a lawyer — it’s a scammer.

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   Is a 'lawyer' letter a scam?

   • The FTC has heard reports from people in Korean, Vietnamese, and Latino communities who got letters in the mail from a supposed “lawyer” in Canada. The letter looks like it’s from a law firm and offers an “easy way” to get money using someone else’s life insurance policy. But it’s a scam. Here’s how to spot it.

   Did you get a letter from a “lawyer” about cashing in on someone else’s

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   Is a life insurance lawyer a scam?

   • There is no lawyer. It’s a scammer. And if you email them, they’ll ask for personal information. Or money. Or both. And that life insurance payout? It doesn’t exist. If you get one of these letters: Don’t respond. Never share your information with someone who contacts you and says they need it.

   Did you get a letter from a “lawyer” about cashing in on someone else’s

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   Is it a scam to owe money to a law firm?

   • It doesn't sound like a question of a scam in the sense of someone saying you owe money that you don't. It is possible that the law firm bought it (likely at a significant discount) so you owe it to them and not the original creditor. It is also possible that the law firm handles collections for some clients.

   Law firm contacted me over unpaid debt. I'm terrified

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   Should I hire a lawyer after receiving a letter?

   • DO NOT – ignore the other lawyer’s deadlines. If they can’t meet them, do communicate that – rely on the other lawyer to tell them how the law works and what it says. The lawyer’s job is to protect the opposing party’s interests Hiring a lawyer after receiving a letter is an excellent option.

   What should I do if I’ve received a letter from a lawyer? - Shulman

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   Should you email a law firm?

   • The only thing you need to do is keep this information secret and email them as soon as possible. The law firm’s name isn’t Dewey, Scamem and Howe, but it should be. Because if you email them, they’ll ask for your personal information or some money probably to establish an account – or maybe both.

   This letter from a 'lawyer' is just the latest scam - ConsumerAffairs

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   What should I do if I get a scam letter?

   • It doesn’t exist. Here’s what to do if you get one of these letters: Don’t respond. Keep your money — and your information — to yourself. Never send money or information to a stranger who promises big rewards. That’s always a scam. Pass this information on to a friend. You probably throw away these kinds of letters.

   Contacted about a long-lost relative’s inheritance? Hold on a minute

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10. shulman.ca › knowledge-base › dealing-with-lawyersWhat should I do if I’ve received a letter from a lawyer?

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    Oct 18, 2016 · The first option, ignoring the letter, is one that every person should avoid. In family law it is especially important to think a few steps ahead. Ignoring the letter forces the opposing party’s lawyer to do one thing – recommend that his or her client proceed to Court.