The public’s interest in white collar crime cases is understandable–the crimes usually involve powerful individuals, a lot of money, and result in a significant impact to society and the economy. White collar crime cases cost the U.S. an average of $300 billion a year! Keep reading to learn more about the most notable white collar […]
Is Computer Hacking a Crime?
August 28, 2024 by ·
There is no way around using digital interaction to access important information like bank accounts, driver’s license information, even social security details, and more. For those with the know-how, gaining access to this prime data is easy! Keep reading to learn more about computer hacking and how it stacks up as a crime. Computer Hacking […]
What Is the Most Common Punishment for White Collar Crime?
September 16, 2022 by ·
What happens when someone is convicted of a white collar crime? As is the case with many criminal prosecutions, the answer to “what is the most common punishment for white collar crime?” is, “It depends on the circumstances.” Now, in the most general sense, if someone was convicted of a white collar crime, then they […]
Is Tax Evasion a White Collar Crime?
August 26, 2022 by ·
I’ve been accused of tax evasion. What should I do? No matter what you’ve been accused of, the most important thing you can do in order to protect your constitutional rights, including the potential for fines, probation, or even prison, is to secure a criminal defense attorney. Your criminal defense attorney’s job, of course, is […]
How Does Having A Business Operating Agreement Protect Me During Times of Conflict?
April 9, 2022 by ·
Establishing a new business is a strategic and intentional process. In order to be successful, the operational responsibilities of the business shouldn’t be undermined by the enthusiasm of starting a new company. By this, we mean having a solid foundation for how your business is run will not only set you up for future success […]
What Is Bankruptcy Fraud?
March 26, 2022 by ·
Federal bankruptcy proceedings provide a framework for those who are heavily burdened by debt to get financial relief. There are honest and legitimate reasons as to why someone might need their slate wiped clean. However, in the United States, about 10 percent of bankruptcy filings involve fraudulent claims. Read on to learn how someone might […]
Help! What Should I Do If My Business Partner Is Involved in Criminal Activity? 
March 12, 2022 by ·
When things go sour in a business partnership, you might have the urge to walk away and never look back. It’s a situation no one wants to find themselves in, but it happens quite often – someone you once trusted financially, in business and in life, is now betraying you and the empire you created […]
Defense 101: Accused of A White Collar Crime? Do This!
February 26, 2022 by ·
Have you been accused of a white collar crime? Don’t panic! Do this instead. Believe it or not, the concept of white collar crime has only been around for 80 years. White collar crime is typically categorized by actions that are non-violent in nature, and are most closely associated with alleged perpetrators who come from […]
You’ve Been Charged With a Federal Crime: What You Need to Know
January 7, 2020 by ·
No one, and we repeat, no one wants to be charged with a crime. But being charged with a federal crime? That’s a whole different ball game, one that most aren’t prepared to play. Of course, one of the primary differences between facing state and federal charges relate to jurisdiction, meaning that the resources and […]
What to Do If You’ve Been Falsely Accused of a Crime
August 1, 2018 by ·
Getting the news that you are under investigation for committing a crime–or worse yet, that you are being arrested–can come as quite the shock to many people. You’re going about your day as usual and out of the blue you get the news that seems like it will change your life forever. So what’s […]
