When you are accused of mail fraud, you may be confused and, in turn, make costly mistakes. However, it will help to stay calm and make informed decisions. Undoubtedly, mail fraud is a serious offense that can result in significant consequences. But with the right...
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Suspected of money laundering? Here are 3 tips to remember
Money laundering is a form of organized crime. Since money laundering is often related to an underlying like terrorism, drug trafficking or other white-collar crimes that are a threat to public safety, a conviction can result in several years in jail on top of heavy...
Mistakes to avoid if you’re accused of a tax crime
If you're facing tax crime charges, you may be feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about what to do next. In this situation, it's important to be proactive and take steps to protect your legal rights. However, there are also some things you should avoid when dealing...
Is tax avoidance a crime?
The idea of tax avoidance is nothing new. It’s understandable; you work hard for your money and want to keep as much of it as possible. Throughout history, individuals and businesses have sought to reduce their tax liabilities, some legal and some illegal. That’s why...
Why is insider trading illegal?
Insider trading is when someone uses special information that they have to make a financially beneficial stock trade. No one else could’ve made the same decision because they didn’t have the same information. An example of this could be if someone knows the owner of a...
2 ways a forensic accountant can help you defend yourself
Accusations of white-collar crimes often leave people feeling overwhelmed and frightened. Fraud, embezzlement and money laundering charges can all lead to lengthy jail sentences and also financial penalties. If you want to prove that you did not commit a specific...
What can trigger a medical billing fraud investigation?
Healthcare fraud is a national concern that affects millions of Americans. Because the government loses billions of dollars annually, the federal government and the Attorney General’s Office dedicate immense amounts of resources to investigate and prosecute those...
What must the prosecution show to prove embezzlement?
Embezzlement is less common than other, more well-known offences like theft and fraud. You might not be completely clear with what the prosecutor must prove in order to convict you if you have been charged with the crime. Embezzlement, according to Minnesota law, is...
How does a childcare provider end up accused of fraud?
If you ask people what kinds of criminal charges a daycare provider or other childcare professional might face, most people would think of them failing in their duties. Certainly, some childcare workers end up accused of neglect or child abuse and may face criminal...
How does bankruptcy fraud happen?
As you may already know, you can file for many kinds of bankruptcy. People popularly file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, an asset liquidation plan that serves to reduce or entirely eliminate debt by selling assets. Alternatively, people may go for a Chapter 13 bankruptcy...