Bank fraud charges are serious federal offenses that can result in lengthy prison sentences and hefty fines. An experienced defense attorney can help. Understanding Bank Fraud Bank fraud is using deceptive tactics or schemes to obtain money, assets, or other property owned by a financial institution, or to obtain money from depositors by fraudulently posing […]
Protecting Yourself from Unintentional Involvement in Internet Crimes
April 16, 2025 by ·
Many internet crimes are committed unintentionally but are still fully punishable under the law. Knowing how to protect yourself could save you from dealing with a lot of problems. Unintentional Internet Crimes Being a victim of an internet crime is more common now than it was 10 years ago as the number and proficiency of […]
Insider Trading Allegations: Defending Your Reputation and Career
February 27, 2025 by ·
A wise man once said, “Glass, China, and Reputation, are easily cracked and never well mended.” However, there are ways to defend and repair your reputation against false allegations. Facing Insider Trading Allegations An insider trading charge can ruin your career and reputation, lead to serious financial consequences, and culminate in potential jail time. Even […]
The Impact of a Criminal Record on Employment Opportunities in New Jersey
January 18, 2025 by ·
Searching for a job can be tough, especially if you have a criminal record. Keep reading to learn how job applicants with criminal records are protected Federally and in the State of New Jersey. A Criminal Record Approximately one in every 3 Americans has a criminal record. A criminal record can be an arrest record, […]
What is Honest Services Fraud & What Should You Do If You’re Accused?
January 14, 2025 by ·
Honest Services Fraud involves kickbacks and bribery, and the stakes are high when it comes to the consequences for committing it. Keep reading to learn more about honest services fraud and what to do if you’re accused of it. Honest Services Fraud The name might lead you to think that fraud has been committed by […]
How a Defense Attorney Can Help with Internet Crime Charges
January 14, 2025 by ·
Internet crime, also known as “cybercrime”, is an ever-changing category of crime with new variations of offenses happening every day. Internet Crime, Cybercrime, E-Crime, Etc. “Internet Crime” is a broad category of violations that covers any crime committed using a computer, the internet, a mobile phone, or other technological device. Internet crime is unique in […]
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 […]
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 […]
Breaking Down Alec Baldwin’s “Rust” Indictment
February 26, 2024 by ·
Baldwin is facing a new indictment of involuntary manslaughter in the accidental shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. Why is there a new indictment and what do the experts say? Keep reading to learn more. Summary of the Incident On October 21st of 2021, Alec Baldwin was in New Mexico rehearsing a scene for the […]
I’ve Been Charged with Insurance Fraud–What Do I Do? 
November 22, 2022 by ·
Insurance fraud is very complicated. Let the legal team at Robert J. DeGroot help defend you against it.
