The first amendment only applies to government regulation, not HOA regulation. Walk away from any idea of a lawsuit.

Sure. Start reading: https://oag.ca.gov/idtheft

No difference.............................................................................

You sure do need a good lawyer. Start reading: https://oag.ca.gov/idtheft

Complete scam. You will never get your money back. You're in a hole, stop digging the hole deeper and stop sending money.

Scam.........................................................................

Even though there is no "import license", precious metals are heavily regulated. This is not a first time business nor a do it yourself project. If...

You have legal rights against the hacker but as a practical matter you will never get your money back.

Assuming the money was community property, you can sue to recover the 50% (being your share of the community property) but not 100%.

This is not a legal forum or "employment" site. Yes, many of the volunteer attorneys also accept new work. Some do not. I strongly suggest a lawyer...