KOB-TV recently reported a story about an Albuquerque woman, Melinda Rand, who lost $1,300 in an online dog adoption scam, highlighting the growing risks consumers face when fraudsters exploit emotional situations online. As Rand’s consumer protection lawyer, Nicholas H. Mattison offers advice on how victims should respond after discovering a scam. Specifically, he states that individuals should not feel embarrassed about coming forward and should act quickly after any unauthorized transaction, as certain federal laws may require reimbursement in some circumstances.
Mr. Mattison emphasizes that if victims cannot recover their funds immediately, this is typically an indication that they must seek prompt legal assistance to pursue available remedies and hold scammers accountable. Online marketplace scams continue to rise nationwide, making consumer awareness more important than ever. So if you are interested in viewing the full news segment, click here.
