The energy sector is a stock category that includes companies directly and indirectly involved in producing and supplying energy. Examples include: oil and gas drilling and production companies, mining companies, renewable energy companies, and more.
Some oil and gas investments are legitimate, but often, they are scams that target the elderly or inexperienced investors. Often, these scams originate from an unsolicited phone call or email and may involve investing gradually over time. Because investors think they are betting on oil and gas prices, most believe it is a solid investment; however, once the investor has invested a large sum of money, they usually find that their accounts are drained and they are unable to reach their broker.
Red flags could include high pressure pitches, unregistered offerings, unrealistic potential returns, and “can’t miss” opportunities.
If you believe you have fallen victim to an oil and gas investment scam, you should secure all bank accounts and cards, report the scam to the local police department and the FTC, file a fraud alert with the major credit bureaus, and contact an investor rights attorney who can guide you through the next steps.
Step 1.
Talk to an Experienced Attorney Today
Call and speak to one of our attorneys* for a no-cost consultation to discuss your situation, answer your questions, and help you determine the next steps. This call usually takes about 15 minutes, but we are happy to talk to you as long as you would like!
Step 2.
Quick Review of Your Paperwork
If we think you might have a case, we will need to review a few basic documents. If we determine you have a case, then you will have the option to hire us as your attorneys to pursue it.
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Signed Attorney/Client Agreement
If you decide to hire us to pursue your case, we will have you sign an attorney-client agreement so we can begin the process of trying to recover your losses.*
*In the vast majority of cases, our agreement is contingent – meaning you won’t owe us any money unless we recover money for you.
