Bithumb consults Kim & Chang after mistaken BTC payout

South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb has met with representatives from the law firm Kim & Chang following an incident where it mistakenly sent Bitcoin to users on Feb. 6, Chosun Biz reported. The consultation comes as some users who incurred financial losses from the event are preparing a class-action lawsuit against the exchange. Bithumb may also need to take legal action against customers who have not returned the erroneously distributed Bitcoin. A Bithumb official stated that the company is currently negotiating for an amicable recovery of the funds and is not yet considering legal action. However, the report suggested that Bithumb is likely to file lawsuits for the return of unjust enrichment if the funds are not fully recovered.