FDA Warning: Covid-19 Fraud Activity on the Rise
As the novel Coronavirus continues to take thousands of lives worldwide, individuals are taking advantage of the crisis and a lack of medical recourse for victims. As Coronavirus-related fraud continues to rise, the FDA and other government agencies are urging citizens to be aware of these schemes. Get this important information out to your friends and family now.
What Does a Covid-19 Scam Look Like?
Fraudulent schemes rely on a victim’s lack of information. Because this virus is unprecedented, there’s a lot that we don’t know about it yet. Medical professionals still aren’t sure how to treat the condition caused by the virus, and there are no vaccines in production yet. To help protect yourself against fraud, it’s important to keep track of the latest information being published by reputable sources. Authorities recommend visiting https://www.usa.gov/coronavirus for the latest information.
Current Coronavirus Scams to Watch Out For
The Attorney General, William Barr, has ordered federal prosecutors to prioritize the prosecution of individuals accused of Covid-19-related fraud. Here are a few of the most notable scams and schemes you need to know about now:
- Alex Jones: nanosilver toothpaste that “kills” the coronavirus
- Wayne Allen Root: alkaline structured silver products to fight the virus
- Door-to-door CDC fraud: The CDC (or any medical professionals) are not traveling to homes for testing
- Fake vaccines: There is no Covid-19 vaccine
- Colloidal silver scams; Silver can’t cure or treat the coronavirus
If you’re unsure if someone is attempting to defraud you related to the Coronavirus pandemic, then it’s advised you verify their claims by looking up official government information. If you find that they are in fact perpetrating fraud, then it’s advised you reach out to your local police department. Authorities are cracking down on Coronavirus-related scams, and they want the public to help them do so.
If you or a loved one gets injured by a Covid-19 scam or product, then you may have criminal and civil recourse. The person may get arrested and charged, and you can seek out a civil lawsuit to recover any financial loss you endured as a result of the scam. While things are hectic now, they will return to normal, so you will have an opportunity to seek out justice.
Contact A Scotch Plains Personal Injury Lawyer To Discuss Your COVID-19 Case In New Jersey
Did you or a loved one sustain serious injuries due to a COVID-19 scam in New Jersey? Don’t let the medical bills pile up while you wait for the negligent party or their insurance company to do the right thing. Right now, you need an aggressive personal injury attorney on your side, fighting to get you the compensation you need, want, and deserve. The skilled attorneys at Bramnick, Rodriguez, Grabas, Arnold & Mangan, LLC represent clients injured because in New Brunswick, Irvington, East Orange, Paterson, and throughout New Jersey. Call (908) 325-5571 or fill out our online contact form to schedule a free consultation about your case. We have an office conveniently located at 1827 East Second Street, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076, as well as offices in Westfield, Newark, East Brunswick, Clifton, Cherry Hill, and Elizabeth.
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