Posted By:
peter chaoRyan,
Actually, in an earlier thread, Barry pretty much said it all. In most cases as a practical matter it's not worth pursuing litigation. Unfortunately your situation is one of them. You cannot get your attorney fees back.
A better tactic is to go to the District Attorney in New York or the FBI. If you put pressure on them, they may give in.
Why spend good money and make your losses more substantial?
Peter C.