The outcome of an audit can mean that a pharmacy is required to pay a large sum of money. In order to properly confront an audit of a pharmacy, an attorney should be involved to safeguard the rights of the pharmacy and to negotiate any issues that may arise during the audit. Keep reading to […]
Help! What Should I Do If I’ve Been Accused of Embezzlement?
August 1, 2023 by ·
Being accused of a crime can be life-altering. An accusation of embezzlement questions your character and threatens your livelihood. Continue reading to learn more about what to do if you’ve been accused of embezzlement. What is Embezzlement? Embezzlement is the fraudulent taking of personal property by someone to whom it was entrusted. The difference between […]
What Is Public Corruption?
June 28, 2023 by ·
Public corruption may not be a familiar term to you, but it costs the United States billions of dollars each year. It happens at the local, state, and federal levels of government as it undermines the foundation that our country was built upon. Continue reading to learn more about public corruption and its consequences. Public […]
Mortgage Fraud: What Is It, and What to Do If You’re Accused
June 28, 2023 by ·
Mortgage fraud is on the rise, up 40% since the pandemic, and the consequences of committing mortgage fraud are serious. Keep reading to find out what it is, and how you can avoid engaging in it. What Is Mortgage Fraud? Mortgage fraud is when someone deliberately lies or omits information on a mortgage application. According […]
What Are My Rights If I’ve Been Accused of a Crime?
June 15, 2023 by ·
“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you.” More than likely, this is what runs through your head when you think about […]
What Happens if Someone Reports Me to the IRS for Tax Evasion?
April 4, 2023 by ·
No one likes to pay taxes, but they are necessary to provide revenue to federal, local, and state governments to fund essential services. If someone isn’t paying their fair share, or is avoiding paying their taxes altogether, it might upset those around them who are paying their fair share. Information about what to do if […]
Is Tax Fraud a Felony in New Jersey?
February 27, 2023 by ·
Tax fraud is the intentional falsification of information on a tax return in hopes of paying less than the entire tax obligation, and if the IRS can prove intention, it is always a felony in New Jersey. The State of New Jersey takes tax fraud very seriously. The belief is that tax fraud harms all […]
Who Investigates and Prosecutes White Collar Crime?
February 2, 2023 by ·
State and Federal agencies have innumerable resources at their disposal to investigate and prosecute white collar crimes. This is why securing an experienced criminal defense attorney is essential if you’ve been accused of a white collar crime. White Collar Crime White-collar crime is generally non-violent in nature and includes public corruption, health care fraud, mortgage […]
Some of The Most Notable White Collar Crimes of 2022
January 3, 2023 by ·
Learn more about some of this year’s most notable white collar crimes from one of New Jersey’s most prominent voices in criminal defense, The Law Offices of Robert J. DeGroot. What do you know about white collar crime in 2022? White collar crime accounts for about 9% of the overall crime in our nation each […]
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.
