The U.S. tax code can be impenetrable to most people, which is why many hire accountants to keep their books and do their tax returns. A taxpayer can put all of their financial records into the accountant’s hands, answer a few questions and trust the professional to...
With many types of financial theft charges, a key part of the allegation is that the individual was never supposed to access those funds at all. They did so illegally and without permission. This could include physically taking cash from a business or accessing bank...
Being accused of a white collar crime can be overwhelming and frightening. These allegations often involve complex financial matters and can quickly affect your career, reputation and personal life. The actions you take early can shape how the situation unfolds....
In Florida, white collar crimes like racketeering can lead to a RICO investigation and the possibility for serious consequences. RICO is the acronym for Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. It is generally used to pursue those accused of organized...
The only knowledge most people have of white-collar crimes comes from movies and television shows. While these may depict some of the process and procedures related to these crimes, they do not capture the entirety of an arrest and investigation of a white-collar...
Like many other states, Florida has criminal laws on the books designed to protect the elderly and the disabled from getting swindled. The need for these laws is clear. Senior citizens and disabled adults are in a vulnerable position. Unscrupulous people can gain...
Tax obligations extend beyond just filing season, and errors can happen at any time of the year. While most taxpayers strive to comply with the law, some mistakes can unintentionally lead to tax fraud. Understanding the actions that might cross this line is crucial to...
Before making a decision about what to do with your criminal case, you must analyze the facts in play and the strength of the prosecution’s case. After all, if you can identify weaknesses in the prosecution’s arguments, then you might be able to exploit them to your...
For many, the global health emergency of the past few years may seem like a fading memory. We move forward with life, but for some Americans, problems with the justice system persist. The federal government is still issuing charges and sentences for alleged crimes...
With the increase in credit card use over the past few decades, credit card fraud has also risen. Credit card fraud can be charged as a state or federal crime. It is usually charged as a federal crime if the crime took place across state lines. For example, if you...
