Fraud allegations are serious. If you’re the owner of a small business, know that if your company is accused of committing fraud, this turn of events can not only damage your business's reputation but also potentially lead to significant financial losses and legal...
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What is bank fraud?
Bank fraud is a white-collar crime that involves the use of deceit to acquire assets, money or other property that a financial institution owns or otherwise manages. This type of fraud can encompass a wide range of activities, from forging checks to manipulating...
3 common examples of insider trading
Many people dabble in the stock market. For some business owners and employees, this might be their daily job. There are rules and regulations that govern trading on the stock exchange. These are in place to try and ensure a level playing field. Generally, it is...
What actions constitute forgery?
There’s no doubt that violent crimes such as murder and assault are very serious. These offenses also involve hefty criminal penalties if someone is convicted. However, serious crimes don’t need to have a violent element. White collar crimes are also taken very...
How could Medicare billing lead to fraud charges?
Medical professionals who accept Medicare are bound by the rules of the program. Because Medicare is administered by the federal government, there’s no room for error. Many practices use specialists who know the billing practices for Medicare and other health...
5 kinds of fraud
Someone commits fraud when they intentionally benefit by misleading, manipulating or lying to others. Anyone can commit fraud from individuals, groups of people and businesses. There are many forms of fraud. Here’s what you should know: Mail fraud People might try to...
4 things that lead to prescription fraud charges against doctors
Those illegally seeking drugs to fuel an addiction are not the only ones who can face allegations of prescription fraud. Doctors can also face such charges, potentially damaging their reputation and ability to work irreparably. Drug and fraud laws are so complicated...
Can you commit fraud without knowing it?
Not everyone has the same financial knowledge and skills as a certified accountant, but they must fulfill their financial obligations regardless. Filing taxes and accomplishing insurance requirements are not always straightforward. Therefore, it is possible to commit...
Someone else’s financial moves may result in insider trading charges
Many financial crimes cause direct harm to other parties. Embezzlement, for example, deprives a business of resources. Various forms of fraud may affect companies, government agencies or individuals. Compared with fraud and embezzlement, insider trading may not seem...
Health care fraud doesn’t always involve personal gain
People often assume that those prosecuted for fraud have “earned” money by lying to others. Misconceptions about what constitutes fraud can sometimes lead to people making mistakes that put them at risk of criminal prosecution. The idea that one needs to directly...