Investment Scams

At Scam Claims, we support individuals and across the UK who have lost money to sham investment opportunities, whether promoted online or through traditional channels.

Fraudsters package schemes to look credible, then divert investor funds from shares, property, bonds, or fast-growing areas like cryptocurrency and online trading.

We help victims understand their legal options, investigate transactions, and chase financial recovery wherever viable. Backed by experienced solicitors and fraud experts, we collaborate with banks, regulators, and international agencies to improve the prospects of reclaiming losses.

What Happens To Investors In When An “Opportunity” Turns Out To Be A Scam?

Investment scams affect the victims who often believe they are investing in legitimate ventures, only to discover later that the promised returns never materialise, or that the company itself never existed.

The impact is both financial and emotional: investors lose hard-earned savings or retirement funds, and many suffer stress, anxiety, and loss of trust in genuine financial services.

How Big Are Typical And Worst-Case Losses From Investment Fraud Around ?

The financial losses linked to investment scams, according to Action Fraud and FCA reports, is more than £25,000 per victim on average, though some cases run into hundreds of thousands of pounds.

Losses are often spread across multiple transactions as fraudsters encourage victims to reinvest or add to their portfolios. Because these scams frequently target retirees, business owners, and high-net-worth individuals, the financial damage can be particularly severe, sometimes wiping out entire savings.

Which Types of Investment Scams Are Most Common Across ?

The most common types of investment scams include:

• Boiler room scams – Selling worthless or non-existent shares through high-pressure tactics.

• Ponzi and pyramid schemes – Using money from new investors to pay false returns to earlier ones.

• Property scams – Promoting fake or overvalued property investments as secure opportunities.

• Fraudulent bonds and fixed-return investments – Offering guaranteed returns that never materialise.

• Cryptocurrency scams – Unregulated platforms promising unrealistic profits from digital assets.

• Forex trading scams – Luring investors with promises of high daily profits through deceptive trading platforms.

• Professional-looking setups – Fake websites, company numbers, and documents designed to build false trust.

When And How Can Victims In Claw Back Money Sent To Sham Investments?

In some scam cases, victims can recover money lost through fraudulent investments. Recovery often depends on how payments were made. If bank transfers were involved, victims may be eligible for an Authorised Push Payment (APP) fraud claim if the bank failed to prevent the fraud.

In other cases, recovery may come through civil claims, insolvency proceedings, or regulatory action. Although not every loss is recoverable, experienced solicitors can explore multiple routes to maximise the chance of compensation.

Contact Scam Claim for a consultation on recovering lost money due to investment scams.

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How Do Lawyers Leverage Banks, The FCA, FOS, And Action Fraud To Push Recovery?

Lawyers working on investment scams work alongside regulators and financial institutions by filing complaints with the FCA, reporting cases to Action Fraud, and engaging banks to investigate suspicious transfers.

Lawyers may also submit evidence to the FOS where banks fail to reimburse victims appropriately. By applying legal pressure and presenting detailed documentation, lawyers increase the likelihood of recovering money that might otherwise be lost permanently.

Are No Win, No Fee Options Available for Investment Scam Claims?

Our solicitors handling investment scam claims offer no-win, no-fee arrangements, which allow victims to pursue recovery without facing upfront solicitors’ legal costs, making justice more accessible.

Under these agreements, solicitors are only paid if compensation is successfully secured, either as a percentage of the recovered funds or through fixed fees agreed in advance.

Can Firms Pursue Multi-Jurisdictional Investment Fraud With Overseas Actors?

Investment scam solicitors frequently deal with cross-border and online fraud cases, which often require working with international regulators, foreign banks, and online payment systems.

While recovery in global fraud can be more complex, experienced lawyers know how to pursue claims against UK-based financial institutions that processed the transactions.

Contact Scam Claim Solicitors for a consultation on international investment scam cases.

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What Does The Claims Timeline Look Like After An Investment Scam In ?

The process of looking into investment scams begins with a consultation where the victim shares all available evidence, including bank statements, emails, contracts, and communication with the fraudster.

Solicitors then assess the viability of a claim and determine whether to pursue banks, platforms, or fraudsters directly. A formal claim is filed, often accompanied by regulatory complaints to strengthen the case. Negotiation or litigation may follow, depending on the circumstances, with the ultimate aim of securing financial recovery and accountability.

Which Legal Tactics Help Strengthen Victims’ Cases?

Solicitors provide a wide range of legal support for victims of investment scams, including:

• Tailored legal advice – Reviewing the case and advising on the most effective recovery options.

• Evidence gathering – Collecting bank records, contracts, and communications to build a strong claim.

• Claim preparation – Drafting and filing compensation claims against negligent parties.

• Action against institutions – Pursuing banks, advisers, or platforms that failed in their duty of care.

• Civil litigation – Launching legal proceedings against fraudsters or associated companies where appropriate.

• Regulatory complaints – Guiding victims through processes with the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) or Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

• Liaising with authorities – Working with regulators and investigators to strengthen the victim’s position.