The Federal Trade Commission just posted a strong reminder on their Consumer Advice page: If you get a letter from an alleged law firm claiming you are the beneficiary of large piles of money, to be split between the law firm, you and some charities – but you must keep it a SECRET – it is a scam.
They suggest you delete it, warn your friends and family of the scam and report it to www.ReportFraud.ftc.gov.
Then again, if you DO get a legitimate notice of a massive and unexpected inheritance, CONGRATULATIONS! – and make sure you meet with your SYK estate planners and update your plans.
