As a taxpayer, you play an essential role in funding Medicare, the health insurance program dedicated to providing medical care to senior citizens and individuals with certain disabilities. However, as with any large-scale program, fraudsters often attempt to exploit...
Mortgage fraud is a serious crime in Florida that can lead to severe penalties. Understanding mortgage fraud can help you avoid potential charges. If you find yourself under investigation for mortgage fraud, knowing the common causes that lead to these charges can...
Being charged with possession of a controlled substance in Florida can be a distressing experience. It can lead to serious consequences, including hefty fines, jail time and a permanent criminal record. Knowing what steps to take after such a charge can help you get...
It is a crime to try to use someone else's driver's license or to try to obtain a license in someone else's name. The law considers this driver license fraud. The crime can occur in a variety of ways. It is not uncommon for the victim to not know the person who is...
The unsettling experience of a traffic stop can escalate when a police officer asks to search your vehicle. What rights do Florida drivers possess in such situations? In Florida, as in other states, constitutional rights safeguard citizens during traffic stops....
When you face a Florida drug charge, you may have serious concerns about having to spend time in jail or prison, among other possible penalties. Yet, depending on your history and the details surrounding your drug-related arrest, you may be eligible to enroll in an...
Medicaid is an important healthcare program in the United States, providing medical services to low-income individuals and families. However, like many large-scale programs, it is vulnerable to fraudulent activities, which can lead to billions of dollars in losses...
Mobile phones have become such an essential element in most people's lives. There is little that people do not use their phones for. It holds financial information, calendars, social relationships and work-related information. Naturally, you may not want anyone...
When it comes to the stock market, many people have likely heard that insider trading is bad and illegal. This crime actually comes with quite harsh penalties, too. But why is this the case? Exactly what about insider trading makes it such a problem? What is insider...
You may find it surprising to learn that you can commit white-collar crimes on accident, including insider trading. If you have accusations against you, it could be because you did not recognize that your actions broke any law. In some cases, you may not have broken...
