Economy
Banks required to advance funds to customers scammed
The Court of Justice of the European Union has ruled that banks must advance the funds lost to customers who fall victim to scams, even in cases where the customer may have shown gross negligence. This decision aims to protect consumers from increasingly sophisticated financial fraud where criminals simulate bank telephone numbers and websites.
Why it matters
If you are a victim of a banking scam, this court ruling strengthens your position, as banks are now required to advance the stolen funds even if they claim you were negligent.Correio da ManhãRead original ↗
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