That is really lame and sad. I would not be shocked if a lot of new business just pay it.
Between this nonsense and the people who randomly sue small companies hoping for a settlement since it’s cheaper for the business than trying to dismiss it in court.
Have you tried contacting your local post office regarding the mail fraud? I’ve never dealt with postal inspectors. There are however supposed to be people who do nothing but investigate crimes occurred though the mail.
I haven't contacted anybody. It does seem like they know what they are doing and operating within the law. But their tactics seem unethical and scam like.