The use of the postal system to commit fraud is the primary meaning of mail fraud, and it is often a federal crime that comes with severe penalties. There are certain elements that are needed to bring a conviction of mail fraud. Main elements of mail fraud The two...
Many activities that people do on a regular basis require them to identify themselves. It’s imperative that you only provide your information when you’re asked to do so. Giving someone else’s information instead of your own could lead to criminal charges of identity...
Internet shopping has become a daily part of American life. Once a niche market only utilized for unique, bespoke or long-distance purchases, online shopping now plays a role in everything from vehicle sales to groceries. Maybe you started a business offering handmade...
The government takes taxes very seriously and the IRS can rigorously check records while running an audit. If they find that you have paid the wrong amount, they may try to determine if this is fraud or if you just made a mistake. For many business owners and...
Many people believe that white-collar crime involving healthcare fraud is a victimless crime. However, this type of fraud typically receives much attention from federal agencies like the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The government nearly always seeks...
Wire fraud is one of the most devastating forms of financial fraud. In a wire fraud scenario, one individual or business convinces someone to make a wire transfer due to misrepresentation or lies. Sometimes, they make the transaction seem like a legitimate business...
If you are a New York City resident, you may be accused of forgery if there is enough evidence to back it up. However, it is that evidence that tends to be challenged by defense counsel as the debate of what really counts as forgery continues. The following includes...
Six people in New York have been charged with fraud after allegedly hosting a long-running scheme that convinced women from Turkey to travel to the United States and give birth here. The people involved in the scheme told the women that their children would...
There are many individuals in New York who operate a business in international territory. These businesses or their personal needs may lead them to consider opening an offshore bank account to keep track of their finances elsewhere. It is important to note that this...
Despite being the owner of an anti-fraud company, a businessman in Nevada has been charged with committing fraud against his investors. According to the charges, the man altered the numbers in his spreadsheets to create a false image of the company's profits. Once the...