In early May 2016, the Obama Administration announced that it would refocus its efforts to combat tax evasion and other forms of financial fraud in America. As experienced tax evasion lawyers in Newark, the Law Offices of Robert J. Degroot are dedicated to remaining educated about all laws regarding tax evasion, money laundering, or corruption. […]
How To Prepare For A Medicare Billing Audit
March 15, 2016 by ·
A doctor’s main concern is for his or her patients. Making sure that every person under their care has reliable, high-quality services to help them address or prevent illness is their top priority. Most doctors don’t spend a lot of time thinking about what happens after they leave the examination room, let alone […]
What Are The Penalties For Health Care Fraud?
March 10, 2016 by ·
Doctors and health care providers of all kinds must be vigilant to avoid even the appearance of billing fraud. These white collar crimes are taken very seriously by the government, and it’s necessary to enlist the services of an experienced in attorney in Newark if charges are filed. According to the Economist, “Federal prosecutors had […]
4 Ways People Commit Health Care Fraud Without Even Knowing It
March 6, 2016 by ·
Health care fraud is a serious issue in America. Experts estimate that fraud and abuse of the medical billing system takes billions of dollars out of the economy each year. This fraud is one of many factors that contribute to rising healthcare costs, or even loss of coverage for some individuals. While most of […]
What Health Care Providers Should Know About Billing Fraud
March 2, 2016 by ·
Whether you’re a dentist, an orthopedic surgeon, or an eye doctor, medical billing is a component of your everyday operations. In America, health care providers typically collect a co-pay from patients, then submit the remainder of the claim to insurance companies or Medicaid and Medicare for reimbursement. Medical billing fraud occurs when a […]
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 […]
Unexpected Consequences Of Tax Evasion Every Taxpayer Should Know
February 27, 2016 by ·
Tax evasion is what’s known as a white collar crime, but that doesn’t mean you have to be a business executive or Wall Street stock broker to be found guilty of it. In fact, there are many regular people who find themselves in need of a tax evasion lawyer every year. To determine whether or […]
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 […]
“I Never Received My W-2”
February 24, 2016 by ·
Every year tax season comes and employers mail at their W-2. But what if your W-2 never arrives? W-2 are required to be in the mail by January 31st of each year but for various reasons some W-2s never reach their destination. Here are the steps you should take to avoid being contacted by […]
