Not every single investment seminar represents a Ponzi scheme, but it is always wise to approach these types of seminars with caution. Many fraudsters use these so-called “free lunch” seminars to lure investors into Ponzi schemes, investment scams, and other flavors of financial fraud.

Although it can be hard to really tell if the investment promoted at the seminar you attended is a scam, there are a few key “red flags” you can listen for, including:

• Aggressive sales tactics or pressure to “buy now”
• Complicated or secret investment strategies
• Documentation that doesn’t match the pitch
• “Guaranteed” returns that seem too good to be true

Contact an experienced Ponzi scheme attorney today if you need help recovering your losses after a Ponzi scheme or investment scam. The securities fraud attorneys with Meyer Wilson have represented more than 800 clients nationwide in stockbroker mediation, arbitration, and litigation, and we look forward to putting our experience to work for you.

You can also learn more about recovering losses after a Ponzi scheme by watching Attorney Dave Meyer's video.

To learn more about the aftermath of a Ponzi scheme, read Attorney Meyer's post for the American Bar Association.