Bribery of a public or government official or employee is a criminal act. It is imperative that you act very carefully when you are working with these individuals. There are many different things that a person might do that would constitute a bribe.Bribes come in a...
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White Collar Crimes
What are the most common internet crimes?
Computers and the internet have made life easier for almost everybody -- but it's also made it easier than ever to get in trouble with the law. You can now commit a serious crime remotely, without even leaving your home or office.A computer crime is, at its most...
Know your defense options for a white collar charge
A person who is charged with a white collar crime needs to learn about their defense options. These vary greatly, depending on the circumstances, so you have to think carefully about the specific points that surround the case. We know that this is something that you...
Hobbs Act robberies: What you should know
The Hobbs Act 18 U.S. Code § 1951 has been in existence since 1946, but many people aren't even aware that it exists until they've been charged with a crime under the act.Back in the day, the Hobbs Act was aimed at racketeering that was problematic throughout the...
Fraud crimes come in many forms
Fraud is a broad category that can encompass many different crimes. The key point that ties them all together is that a person willfully tried to deceive another person for their own gain. While fraud is typically handled in the same manner regardless of what type of...
Tax return extension deadline is near, avoid tax evasion
As the date for some extensions on income tax returns draws near, it is imperative that anyone who needs to file understands an important point about filing. You must have your income tax form in the mail by October 15. Failing to file a tax return could lead to some...
Restitution is part of some white collar crime sentences
White collar crimes usually involve felony charges that can come with severe consequences. Many involve the potential for paying fines and/or spending time in prison. Some people who are convicted of this type of crime might have to repay the victims for the damages...
Take accusations of copyright infringement seriously
Many people don't realize that you can't just copy things that are already written. It is easy to do this, even inadvertently, so it is necessary to be very careful when you are doing any type of writing. This includes slogans for marketing campaigns and similar...
Insider trading: Be careful how you use confidential information
Publicly traded company employees have to uphold a certain standard when they are dealing with information that could be used to make decisions about the purchase or sale of stocks. It is possible that some people might be accused of insider trading if they act on...
Accusations of Ponzi schemes must be taken seriously
There are many different forms of white collar crimes that a person might be charged with. One of these, the Ponzi scheme, was brought into the spotlight when Bernie Madoff was charged. Many investors are now concerned about this type of situation happening to them...