Individuals facing jail time for alleged drug crimes may find themselves charged with a variety of offenses. These charges may grow over time, depending on the nature of the case and whether police investigations uncover other related crimes. A Florida man now faces...
Month: January 2021
3 common defenses to Medicare fraud
If you face charges for Medicare fraud, you also face serious consequences and penalties. These penalties can include prison time, heavy fines and the requirement to pay restitution. According to Medicare.gov, Medicare is the federal health insurance program that...
What is money laundering?
Of all criminal charges, white-collar crimes and financial crimes are among the most complex. These cases involve paper trails, financial reports and complex laws. One of the most common allegations against companies and individuals is money laundering. Money...
What is patient brokering and why is it illegal?
Patients who do not have professional relationships with physicians may look for referrals. While there is usually nothing wrong with referring a patient to another health care professional, accepting a fee for doing so may violate Florida law. In Florida, patient...
Preventing upcoding and overbilling in your health care practice
When you own a Florida health care practice, it is your responsibility to make sure your bills are accurate and that your staff members code all services accurately. Upcoding or overbilling may constitute Medicare fraud, which has the potential to land your practice...
What is the difference between blackmail and extortion?
One of the most common white collar crimes in the United States is extortion. However, many people confuse extortion with its cousin, blackmail. Understanding the difference between these two concepts will help you understand the nature of the crimes the court is...
What are the top 5 types of Medicare fraud?
With the U.S. population continuing to age and approximately 61 million people now enrolled in Medicare, the opportunities for Medicare fraud likewise continue to escalate. If you face Medicare fraud charges, defending against them can quickly become complicated and...
When you may have to defend against tax evasion charges
Small errors on your income tax form are not likely to result in any serious consequences. However, failure to disclose income might. If the IRS determines that you willingly hid income or failed to file a tax return, it could threaten your future. According to...
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