A recent report issued by the Federal Bureau of Investigations shows that Florida is somewhat of a hot spot for mortgage fraud and similar criminal violations. Mortgage fraud can take a variety of forms; as such, it may be difficult to determine whether your actions...
When most of us think about criminal consequences, we probably imagine probation or time spent behind bars. However, one of the key consequences of a guilty verdict for a drug crime has little to do with being locked up. The fact is that the government can enforce...
A recent report from a federal watchdog has found that certain loopholes in current Medicare regulations make the government particularly susceptible to fraud. A review by the inspector general of the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services found that Medicare...
Have you been accused of a financial crime such as money laundering? Federal white collar crime allegations can take many forms, which is why it is critical to understand your rights and responsibilities in a criminal courtroom. Experts say that more charges than ever...
Due to the volume of international business conducted in Miami, it seems like you hear about tax evasion, tax fraud or some conspiracy to violate tax laws nearly every day. Perhaps you or someone you know is currently experiencing problems with the Internal Revenue...
Have you ever been concerned about potential mistakes in your taxes? Many Florida residents made inadvertent errors when they are processing their own taxes -- but does this constitute a tax crime? Luckily, experts say that honest mistakes are very rarely prosecuted....
White collar crimes usually stand apart from other types of crimes because they are almost always nonviolent in nature and typically require some cunning and ingenuity to pull off. Whether they are Ponzi schemes, crimes involving insider trading or some form of...
Do you know the difference between a grand jury and a trial jury? Although these two judicial bodies may share the same general name, there is a significant difference between the two.Individuals who are facing allegations of federal crimes -- which can include...
Millions of people across America receive health care paid for by state and federal governments. In Florida, people on Medicare often see their doctor for medical treatment and then that doctor bills the government for the medical services provided. The government...
