While you may realize that health care fraud is a problem, it may seem like the kind of thing that will never happen at your practice. However, you may face allegations of fraud because of the way that you conduct your business practices. Health care fraud can take...
White Collar Crime
The number of white-collar crimes by activity
Most legal experts define white-collar crime as a non-violent act committed for financial gain. One common denominator in this activity is the use of deceit to trick a person or party into giving up money or an asset. Common white-collar crimes include fraud,...
Driving factors for white-collar crime
It may seem like odd behavior for a successful business professional to engage in criminal conduct in Illinois. Even though white-collar crime lacks the violence of other forms of criminal activity, its far-reaching consequences can impact a lot of people....
Tax avoidance vs. tax evasion: What is the difference?
If you always end up with a hefty tax bill at the end of the calendar year, you may look for ways to reduce your liability through various tactics. While not necessarily illegal, you need to be careful, as you may toe the line between tax avoidance and tax evasion....
Potential defense strategies for credit card fraud
Credit card fraud refers to a wide variety of actions in which a person uses a credit card, debit card or other payment method illegally. This fraud is a white-collar crime, and the penalties for a conviction can be serious. Whether there is a fraud charge due to...
What should you know about mail fraud?
The law differentiates white collar crimes from blue collar crimes in several ways. But when it comes to potential penalties, white collar criminal convictions can have just as big of an impact on your life. For example, mail fraud is one of the more common types of...
How can people who commit fraud impersonate me?
You understand how important it is to maintain a good professional reputation, particularly if you serve a rotation of clients or customers in a capacity like a real estate agent. If your profile is high enough, you might become the target of a fraudster who will try...
The common signs of a Ponzi scheme
Illinois residents who are looking to invest may want to avoid any opportunities that may sound too good to be true. Those who are offered investments with high returns and little risk may be giving their money to a person or entity running a Ponzi scheme. Typically,...
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