There’s legal trouble brewing around your company, and you’re worried about your future. You have heard the federal agents refer to you as a “person of interest” in their investigation. Should you be concerned? Absolutely. The term “person of interest” isn’t an...
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White Collar Crimes
Are you being accused of money laundering?
You may own your own business in New York that you have started from the ground up. As a business owner you strive to operate your business in a way that complies with New York law and federal law. So, to find you are under investigation for a white-collar crime such...
What are the two main kinds of mortgage fraud?
Mortgages are massive financial instruments that allow individuals or businesses to finance the purchase of real estate. The French word mortgage alludes to the long-term repayment obligations involved. Many people spend three decades paying off a mortgage. Banks...
Business owners beware of the consequences of loan fraud
Success by any means necessary is a mantra for many business owners. When you pour so much passion, sacrifice and dedication into your business, it’s understandable to want to take advantage of every possible regulatory loophole or tax advantage. This is especially...
Has there been an uptick in white collar prosecutions?
Due to government shutdowns, office closures and different policy priorities there was a lull in white collar crime enforcement in recent years. However, as more and more offices and cities return to normal, and with a change in administrations, many agencies are...
New Yorkers can get in serious trouble for insurance fraud
Like other states, New York has laws which punish insurance fraud. These laws not only apply to situations where someone is filing a claim but also to certain applications for insurance coverage. The penalties for insurance fraud are harsh. If the dollar amount in...
Do you know how to ensure you’ll face a fair jury?
Jury selection can be a pivotal part of your criminal defense. This is because jurors come to the table with their own points-of-view and lived experiences, which could shade the way they view your case. Therefore, it’s important that you know how to successfully...
The role of intent in a fraud case
Fraud is a type of financial crime that can take on many different forms. For instance, someone who runs a pyramid scheme could be accused of defrauding those who put their money into the scheme. Another example is someone who is accused of tax fraud for illegally...
What are the defenses to New York embezzlement charges?
As readers of this blog know, we write about various types of white-collar crimes regularly. One such crime that we often speak about is embezzlement. In todays post, we will focus on the defenses. What is embezzlement? The term, embezzlement, is an overarching term...
3 billing practices that could lead to health care fraud charges
Medical billing is its own specialized profession. Some people go into billing because they started working in reception and could train on the job. Other people might actually take professional education courses to learn the skills involved in medical billing....