Have you ever gotten an emergency phone call from someone pretending to be a friend or family member? The caller may claim that they are in jail, in the hospital, have been robbed, or being held hostage. The things that all of these calls have in common is that they are going to ask for money and they are fraudulent. If you get one of these calls, you should follow these guidelines:
1. Do not give the caller any personal information.
2. Hang up and check it out. Contact your family member or friend directly.
3. Never send money to anyone who calls and asks you for it.
4. Go to consumer.FTC.gov and report it.

The Federal Trade Commission has published a short video with more information. Click here to view.

* The information contained in this Blog is intended for general information and educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice or an opinion of counsel.