Wire fraud comes in many forms, but all of them involve the same kind of misconduct. One party attempts to trick another person or business into transferring money under fraudulent pretenses, typically using telecommunication technology. Email schemes where one person...
White Collar Crimes
Tax fraud is a federal crime, but mistakes are not
When you do your taxes, you might make a mistake. Odds are, you’re not a tax expert. You’re still allowed to do your own taxes, of course, but they are not guaranteed to be error-free. Many people feel a lot of anxiety over this. They worry that making an error means...
How can you defend against a white-collar crime charge?
If the authorities accuse you of a white-collar crime, it is crucial you realize the gravity of your situation. The penalties for these "victimless" crimes can often be more severe than those involving physical violence against someone. Panicking could make your...
What are income tax fraud and evasion?
People who have an earned income are expected to file income tax returns. These returns must contain factual information. While you typically won’t face any negative consequences because of accidental misstatements, you can face criminal charges if you intentionally...
What is embezzlement?
Companies often have to put employees in charge of the business’ assets. These employees are expected to act in an ethical and professional manner that puts the interests of the business first. While this is what happens in most cases, there are some instances in...
Witness, subject or target in a federal investigation: Which are you?
One day, your life was completely normal and mundane. The next, you found yourself embroiled in a federal investigation of some kind related to your work, your investments or something else. One of the first questions you need to answer is “What’s your status: Are you...