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    dalemommy Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Jun 12, 2013, 08:33 PM
    How long do I have to sue a bank for their error
    My exhusband forged my name on an IRS check return for over $38,000. The bank allowed him to deposit the funds into his solo account and didn't check ID or signatures or anything... can I sue the bank for this money to be returned back to me?
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    Jun 13, 2013, 04:50 AM
    Probably not. Assuming the check was made out to you both, he could have forged your endorsement and the bank would not have had to check more than his ID. I doubt if you can hold the bank liable in this instance.

    On the other hand, forgery is a criminal offense. You can report this to the police and have him charged. The court will likely order restitution.
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    Jun 13, 2013, 05:53 AM
    Agreed - you don't sue the bank, you sue your ex-husband.
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