Scams targeting immigrant communities in the U.S. are rising sharply. Experts examine common fraud schemes, how victims can protect their assets, and legal pathways available for recovery and consumer protection.
There is a growing number of Koreans falling victim to currency exchange scams as a strong dollar lures would-be victims seeking to profit from private traders.
Scam artists racked up at least $6.1 billion in ripoffs last year, many targeting Native American communities. Experts say the actual figure is likely far higher.