Watch out: unsolicited calls claiming legal action often hide fraud. These messages typically pressure you to pay a reduced fee to settle a supposed $40,000 lawsuit, using urgent language and vague references to tax IDs. Never share personal or financial data, and do not send money before verifying the caller through official channels. Hang up, block the number, and report it to the FTC or your state attorney general. If you’re unsure whether the claim is legitimate, contact the actual agency directly using a verified phone number. Keeping records of the call can help authorities track repeat offenders.
A foreign woman, possibly Korean, claimed I was being sued for $40,000 and offered a settlement of $39,000. The call was disconnected, and attempts to call back were unsuccessful. The whole experience seems absurd, especially given the mention of my tax ID