I purchased shares from an investment co. toward a private co. that turned out to be a ponzi scheme.

Algonquin, IL Viewed 25 times. Posted 4 months ago in Securities / Investment Fraud

What can I do to recoup some of that investment. Can I declare it as a loss on my income taxes?

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Jonathan H Levy

This attorney is licensed in California and 1 other state. Posted 4 months ago.

Asset recovery may be possible. There are a lot of factors involved in evaluating these sort of situations. If you'd like to talk about it contact us in confidence at:

chambers@brimstoneandcompany.com

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