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 […]
Traveling with Prescription Controlled Substances
February 22, 2016 by ·
Traveling with controlled prescription medications can pose some unique challenges. You’ve legally obtained your prescription from your general practitioner and have been using the particular drug for a medical relevent use. But you need to travel for work and bring your prescription through an airport or you keep your medication in your car for when […]
3 People Whose Lives Were Ruined By White Collar Crime
February 20, 2016 by ·
As any good white collar crime lawyer knows, bad guys come in all shapes and sizes. There are some people who are very good at hiding their malicious activities behind an expensive suit and legitimate degree. Even though people convicted of nonviolent crimes like tax evasion and drug possession often have access to everything they […]
3 Winning Qualities To Look For In A Drug Possession Lawyer
February 18, 2016 by ·
Facing drug possession charges is a difficult and stressful position to be in. Depending on the type and amount of drug in question, as well as additional charges that may apply, you could be facing serious penalties. Those penalties include fines and prison time, but could also have far reaching effects on your future ability […]
Three Tips For Guarding Against Check Fraud
February 4, 2016 by ·
In a previous blog post, we briefly discussed the many faces of bank fraud, which occurs when a person or group obtains money or other assets from a bank or other financial institution using illegal means. Among the more common types of bank fraud is check fraud, which includes the modification, theft, and forgery of […]
Mortgage Fraud: What is a Straw Buyer?
January 31, 2016 by ·
Taylor wants to buy a house, but he can’t get financing because of his poor credit score. He asks his sister for help, and she purchases the home for him. Taylor pays his mortgage payments to his sister, who then pays the lender. In this example, Taylor is the real buyer, and his sister is […]
Protect Your Investments: Warning Signs of Securities Fraud
January 19, 2016 by ·
Investing your money can be an effective way to plan for retirement or to begin saving to send your children to college, but securities fraud (investment fraud) is an increasingly problematic presence within the stock market, making it hard to know what to do. Keep these warning signs of securities fraud in mind to […]
What Is Securities Fraud?
January 15, 2016 by ·
Securities fraud occurs when a stock market investor is caused to make a sale or purchase decision based on false information or without key information. Because of the number of people and the complex system involved, there are many types of securities fraud. The most common three forms of securities fraud are: Insider Trading Illegal […]
Guard Against Mortgage Fraud While Refinancing Your Home
January 11, 2016 by ·
Homeowners choose to refinance their homes for many reasons. Restructuring your mortgage can result in lower monthly payments, a lower interest rate, or a longer loan term, making it more manageable to repay the loan. Homeowners might also opt to refinance due to a divorce, in order to get a fixed-rate mortgage, or for a […]
