Berlin based DR. Schulte and Partner Rechtsanwälte mbB concentrate on assisting our clients preventing fraud and scams. Especially in investment related business relationships and contracts potential customers are supposed to take special care. In Germany as well as in the United States and every other capitalist Nation, the methods are similar.
As an example, here is what the FBI has issued as a Warning and description of the current situation (https://www.fbi.gov/stats-services/publications/securities-fraud/securities-fraud-awareness-prevention-tips):
Identify the warning signs
• Does the offer sound too good to be true?
• Is the seller using high pressure sales tactics?
• Was the investment offer unsolicited?
• Did the seller ask for information that is usually considered personal (e.g. social security number, credit card information, etc.) over the phone or Internet?
• If you answer “yes” to any of the above questions when considering an investment opportunity, you may be the target of a scam artist.
Take action to avoid fraud
• Don’t believe everything you are told by the seller. Take the time to do your own research on the investment’s potential.
• Don’t assume the solicitor is who he or she claims to be.
• Check with federal and state securities regulators to find out if there have been any complaints against the company.
• Ask the promoter whether—and how much—he or she has been paid to tout the opportunity.
• Ask where the company is incorporated and then call that state to ensure that the company has a current annual report on file.
• Request written financial information, such as a prospectus, annual report, offering circular, or financial statements, then compare the written information to what you were told.
• Get offers in writing and save a copy for your records.
• Check with a trusted financial advisor, your broker, or an attorney about any investments you are considering.
Report scams when they occur
• Don’t be embarrassed.
• File a complaint with the Securities and Exchange Commission, state securities regulator, or a law enforcement agency.
• Report the crime promptly—you’ll have a better chance of getting your money back if you do.
Für unsere deutschen Mandanten gibt es hier eine kurze Zusammenfassung:
Dr. Schulte und sein Team Rechtsanwälte mbB beschäftigen sich auch mit problematischen Kapitalanlagegeschäften. Wir sind dabei sowohl innerhalb als auch außerhalb Deutschlands tätig. Als ein Beispiel für einen amerikanischen Warnhinweis zitieren wir hier aus einem offiziellen Bericht des FBI aus den USA. Häufig kann man mit ein paar grundlegenden Strategien falsche von richtigen Kapitalanlagemöglichkeiten unterscheiden.
V.i.S.d.P.:
Dr. Thomas Schulte und Team
Rechtsanwalt
Fachanwalt für Bank- und Kapitalmarktrecht
Sofortkontakt Dr. Schulte und sein Team Rechtsanwälte mbB unter 030 22 19 220 20
