Malpractice and How to Avoid It Medical malpractice occurs when a medical professional neglects to provide appropriate care, take appropriate action, or gives substandard treatment that results in harm, injury, or death to a patient. It may seem like simple logic to believe that healthcare professionals should just not make any mistakes, but that’s not […]
Bribery: What is it, and What to Do if You’re Accused
July 29, 2024 by ·
Bribery 101 Bribery refers to the offering, soliciting, giving, or receiving of any item of value as a means of influencing the actions of an individual holding a public or legal duty. The person being offered the money does not have to complete the act desired by the bribe for bribery to have taken place. […]
What is the Difference Between Street Crime and White Collar Crime?
June 22, 2024 by ·
Street Crime vs. White Collar Crime While street crimes and white collar crimes are prosecuted similarly in the court of law, there are some major differences that influence the consequences associated with each. There are also some distinctions between how each category of crime is classified, and what types of infractions constitute each type. Street […]
What Is Organized Crime?
June 15, 2024 by ·
Organized Crime The History Organized crime in the United States began in the early 19th century. Irish, Italian, and Eastern European Jewish immigrants living in urban ghettos formed street gangs and crime syndicates in order to achieve the American dream in the shortest amount of time possible. Robbery, extortion, counterfeiting and other illegal activities provided […]
What is Embezzlement, and What to Do If You’re Accused of It
May 29, 2024 by ·
White collar crime is typically described as a victimless crime; however, the white-collar crime of embezzlement can ruin relationships, families, trust, and even lives. Embezzlement tends to hit victims harder because the perpetrator is someone they know and trust. Keep reading to learn more about embezzlement and what to do if you’re accused of it […]
Everything You Need to Know About Drug Possession in New Jersey
May 29, 2024 by ·
Being accused or convicted of drug possession in New Jersey is life altering. The penalties for a conviction can ruin your reputation, your career, and your family. Keep reading to learn more about how drug possession is treated in New Jersey and how you can protect yourself if you are accused. Drug Possession No doubt […]
What is Phishing, and Is It a Crime?
April 23, 2024 by ·
Hook, line, and sinker. Phishing is a serious crime with serious consequences not only for those who commit the activity, but the victims of the offense as well. It may sound like a game of chance, but phishing activity is complex and targeted. What is Phishing? Phishing is the attempt to steal sensitive information through […]
Is Healthcare Fraud a Felony? It Depends!
April 23, 2024 by ·
It may seem that any healthcare fraud accusation would result in a felony conviction with hefty fines and years in prison. However, healthcare fraud isn’t always a felony. It is a serious charge that should be handled with care and expertise by professionals, but it does not always result in a felony conviction. Keep reading […]
What is Medical Billing Fraud?
March 18, 2024 by ·
The National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association estimates that health care fraud costs our country approximately $68 billion a year! Medical billing fraud rests under the health care fraud umbrella and is responsible for millions of the fraud dollars lost each year. Keep reading to learn more about medical billing fraud. Health care fraud affects everyone. […]
Tax Fraud vs. Negligence: What’s the Difference?
March 18, 2024 by ·
Tis the season for taxes! Making sure you’re submitting truthful information to the IRS is imperative to avoiding fines or harsher penalties. When it comes to taxes, details matter and so does intent. Keep reading to learn more about the difference between tax fraud and negligence. Tax Fraud Tax fraud is the intentional act of […]
