Everyone wants to have nice things. A beautiful house, a sporty car, some fancy jewelry, maybe even a high-powered weapon, but not everyone can afford those things or are able to buy them on their own. Enter: Straw buying. Keep reading to learn more about straw buying and how it can lead to legal troubles. […]
What Constitutes Bank Fraud?
January 17, 2018 by ·
Bank fraud is a term that gets thrown around on a fairly regular basis, but the truth of the matter is that it’s a blanket term for a number of other crimes. That’s why in today’s post, we thought we’d take a look at a few of the things that constitute bank fraud. And, of […]
The Story of Bank Fraud at Wells Fargo Continues to Develop
December 14, 2017 by ·
Following the news in this day and age is often accompanied by the feeling of being overwhelmed. Whether the headlines are about what’s going on in Hollywood, what might happen regarding the world wide web and net neutrality, the countless number of political issues that are at the forefront of daily life, or even the […]
3 Qualities of a Great Bank Fraud Attorney
May 19, 2017 by ·
Here at the Law Offices of Robert J. DeGroot, we’re proud to say that we’ve assembled a team of experts who can handle any case that comes our way. With over three decades of experience in our industry and a track record of success, we’re well equipped to handle everything from defending you against bank […]
3 Steps to Take If You’re Being Investigated for Bank Fraud
April 28, 2017 by ·
If you’re being investigated for bank fraud, there’s a good chance you’re feeling like there’s not much you can do for yourself. Fortunately for you, nothing is further from the truth. Although the recent housing downturn has made for an uptick in bank fraud and federal officials are conducting more investigations than ever, if you […]
What is Bank Fraud and When is it Time to Hire a Defense Attorney?
March 29, 2017 by ·
It’s well known that bank fraud is often considered a criminal offense, but how is it different than simply robbing a bank? The goal of both is the same, right? After all, at the end of the day, the goal of bank fraud and bank robbing are both to take home money that doesn’t belong […]
Are You Being Investigated for Bank Fraud?
February 10, 2017 by ·
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 […]
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 […]
