We’ve seen an uptick up cases involving bank fraud in recent years. What is the cause? It’s hard to say for sure, but many point to the somewhat recent economic and housing downturn in which it became harder and harder for people to afford their mortgages. This, of course, led to quite a bit of […]
Bank Fraud: A Detailed Look
December 1, 2016 by ·
In today’s blog, we take a detailed look at a common white collar crime—bank fraud. With bank fraud being a hot topic again thanks to what’s going on over at Wells Fargo, we decided that it was time to provide our readers with the ultimate guide answering the most common questions we get about bank […]
Why the Right Bank Fraud Lawyer Can Make Your Case
October 28, 2016 by ·
In a recent blog, we went over some of the latest information in the Wells Fargo bank fraud scandal. Although bank fraud isn’t generally something that people have at the front of their minds, thanks to what’s happening with Wells Fargo, bank fraud is being talked about by more people than ever. How can bank […]
Developments In The Wells Fargo Bank Fraud Scandal
September 20, 2016 by ·
As an expert bank fraud defense attorney in Newark, we’ve been following the recent Wells Fargo scandal very closely. In case you’re not familiar with what happened, here’s a brief recap: In early September, 2016, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau along with other law enforcement and financial agencies accused Wells Fargo of creating millions of […]
Do You Need a Newark, NJ Bank Fraud Lawyer?
August 4, 2016 by ·
Bank fraud has been in the news quite a bit recently. If you’ve had the television or radio on at all, it’s likely that you’ve heard all about what’s going on with Wells Fargo. With over 5,000 employees having been fired for opening fake accounts in order to meet their sales goals, a story […]
When To Hire a Bank Fraud Attorney
April 29, 2016 by ·
What exactly is bank fraud and how do you know if you need to hire a bank fraud attorney? Well, according to federal law, bank fraud is when a person “knowingly executes, or attempts to execute a scheme or artifice to defraud a financial institution or to obtain any of the moneys, funds, credits, […]
The Story of Frank Abagnale and Why You Need a Bank Fraud Lawyer
April 12, 2016 by ·
In a previous post, we mentioned Catch Me If You Can as one of the greatest films about white collar crime to ever have been made. The film revolves around Frank Abagnale, the son of a business owner who decided to run away at the age of 15 who went on to become one of […]
How the Online World Opens You Up to Bank Fraud
February 29, 2016 by ·
E-Commerce has boomed over the last 20 years for the purchase and sales of online products. As useful as the internet is, it also leaves individuals open to vulnerabilities with their bank accounts and personal identifying information. Tech savvy generation Y tends to be more open to using the internet without considering the bank fraud […]
Securities in Paper Checks to Prevent Check Fraud
February 28, 2016 by ·
One of the most common forms of bank fraud is through the use of checks. Individuals can simply steal checks and withdraw cash as their own. Other individuals may simply do what is called check kiting, or intentionally using checks for goods even though they know they have insufficient funds. Doctoring checks is much less […]
How Helping Can Hurt
February 26, 2016 by ·
Buying a new home is a big step for anyone. Part of the American Dream tends to be described as owning your own home in the suburbs. But with housing prices high and a required 5 percent down to purchase a home with a conventional loan, many individuals look to their families for money to […]
