![Pinterest](https://pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https://uknews.evprotec.com/mega-millions-winner-of-historic-1-58billion-face-lottery-nightmare-unless-they-act-now/&media=https://uknews.evprotec.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/0_JS306056492.jpg&description=The Mega Millions winner is warned to claim the $1.58 billion prize now, relocate, and shield their identity to evade legal turmoil The recent winner of the colossal $1.58 billion Mega Millions jackpot has been urged by legal experts to claim their prize to avoid a major headache. If the winner comes forward, it's set to be the third-largest in US lottery history, but the fortunate ticket holder is being urged to take precautionary measures to avoid potential litigation and security risks. The winning ticket was purchased at a local Publix store in Neptune Beach, a coastal city nestled 17 miles from Jacksonville. The rules in Florida mandate that lottery winners cannot remain anonymous, but they can shield their identity for 90 days following the prize claim. Attorney Walt Blenner has issued a stern warning against delaying crucial decisions. Walt, who heads the Blenner Law Group, noted that the small community of Neptune Beach, with its population below 10,000, could potentially identify the winner over time. For all the latest on news, politics, sports, and showbiz from the USA, go to The Mirror US He told the US Sun: "The winner shouldn't wait to claim their ticket. The longer they wait, the more people start to put things together, realizing there's a winner among them. Rule number one: Get everything together, redeem the ticket and get out of dodge.' Edwin Castro, who previously won a monumental $997 million Powerball prize, was marred by a dispute over the rightful ownership of the ticket, highlighting the need for meticulous documentation and security measures. Walt advised taking a selfie with the ticket and having a newspaper that shows the date can help remove any debates over ownership. He also advised winners to leave town, as they may be more likely to become the victim of crime. Jared James, founder of the lottery algorithm website Lotto Edge, cautioned that immense wealth attracts opportunists seeking to exploit the situation. Jared warned: "When ther){kind=link}
The Mega Millions winner is warned to claim the $1.58 billion prize now, relocate, and shield their identity to evade legal turmoil
The recent winner of the colossal $1.58 billion Mega Millions jackpot has been urged by legal experts to claim their prize to avoid a major headache.
If the winner comes forward, it’s set to be the third-largest in US lottery history, but the fortunate ticket holder is being urged to take precautionary measures to avoid potential litigation and security risks.
The winning ticket was purchased at a local Publix store in Neptune Beach, a coastal city nestled 17 miles from Jacksonville. The rules in Florida mandate that lottery winners cannot remain anonymous, but they can shield their identity for 90 days following the prize claim.
Attorney Walt Blenner has issued a stern warning against delaying crucial decisions. Walt, who heads the Blenner Law Group, noted that the small community of Neptune Beach, with its population below 10,000, could potentially identify the winner over time.