There are many reasons why millions of Americans log on to social media platforms each day. These electronic resources can help individuals to network professionally, keep in touch with loved ones and find support for unique challenges. Yet, if you’re under...

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White Collar Crimes
4 things to consider if you are offered a plea deal
Prosecutors love plea deals. They use them to secure yet another conviction without going through the hard work of proving someone’s guilt in court. What’s more, plea deals guarantee them a win, and they know a jury might not. Things are not so clear-cut if you are on...
3 behaviors to avoid if you have been accused of white-collar crime
People make mistakes all the time, and usually, the consequences of everyday mistakes are minimal. However, you’ll need to be particularly careful to avoid making certain mistakes if you are under investigation for a white-collar crime. Doing what might seem logical...
What investors should know about securities fraud
The term securities fraud refers to deceptive behavior involving stocks and investments. A range of crimes qualify as securities fraud, including pyramid schemes and insider trading. Investors should understand the types of securities fraud and how to avoid them....
Tax avoidance versus tax fraud
Tax fraud is the failure to pay or evade your tax bill. The IRS calls fraud the misrepresentation of material facts or failure to speak when your knowledge may prevent material damage. Paying less in taxes does not mean you committed tax fraud. There is tax evasion...
A close look at a recent embezzlement case in New Jersey
While each instance of alleged white-collar crime has unique factors, a close look at a specific case can reveal some aspects of the New Jersey legal system. Embezzlement, the fraudulent taking of assets by another person entrusted with those assets, often involves a...
What does it take to convict you of wire fraud?
When you use electronic communications across state lines to defraud others, you may face conviction, severe fines and up to 20 years in prison. These penalties may also apply even if you do not succeed in stealing someone's money or property. A prosecutor can use the...
How do embezzlement and larceny tie together?
Allegations of theft via embezzlement fall under larceny charges in New York statutes. This applies to missing or lost data, utilities and trademarks under theft laws, and a loss of money or property. Board of directors or employers may begin the initial investigation...
Can you go to prison for tax evasion?
When you file your New Jersey tax return each year, it is important that you include all relevant information and report all income received during the tax year to the IRS. Failing to report all income received is among the most common reasons the IRS may decide to...
IRS worker pleads guilty to tax evasion
Claiming deductions on a tax form may help save money in taxes, provided the deductions are permissible under law. A person who claims illegal tax breaks could end up in serious trouble with the IRS. Even individuals who work for the agency do not escape scrutiny. In...