Contentious Crypto - Pursuing Persons Unknown
06 Jul 2022
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In this episode of Contentious Crypto, Christopher Pease and Megan Elms, along with Kalo guest speaker James Drury, discuss what steps can be taken when the identity of the wrongdoers is unknown, the challenges posed by pursuing persons unknown and how the courts are adapting.
Key takeaways:
- What are the legal implications of digital asset ownership being pseudonymous?
- What are the requirements for bringing a claim against "persons unknown"?
- How can legal proceedings be served on unknown persons?
- How is the court is adapting to meet the new challenges posed by the increase in digital asset fraud?
- What are the benefits of seeking relief, including interim injunctive relief, against "persons unknown"?
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