Several computer and internet activities are criminalized under New York Penal Code Article 156. This state law classifies most cyber crimes as computer tampering, criminal possession of computer-related material, unlawful duplication of computer-related material,...
New York congressman George Santos has been indicted on a raft of federal charges that could put him behind bars for decades. A 13-count indictment was unsealed on May 10 when Santos appeared in a Suffolk County district court. He faces one count of stealing public...
Workplace fraud is a serious accusation that can have significant consequences in New York, both professionally and legally. If you find yourself accused of workplace fraud, navigating the situation carefully and strategically is essential. Stay calm and seek legal...
A Ponzi scheme is a fraud that lures New York investors by promising high returns with little or no risk. Named after Charles Ponzi, who became famous for using the scheme in the 1920s, a Ponzi scheme generates returns for older investors and promoters by acquiring...
News reports about highly publicized cases involving embezzlement and other crimes may note the defendant also faces charges of wire fraud. A guilty verdict on any counts of wire fraud might result in the accused looking at harsh sentencing in a New York federal...
Generally speaking, the white-collar crime of racketeering refers to criminal acts that are part of a larger scheme, or racket, designed to generate illegal profits. In New York, racketeering is made illegal by statute. It may also be prosecuted under the federal...
A United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York made an October 2022 announcement about a pending embezzlement case. Allegedly, an executive with a children's charity illegally appropriated the organization's money for personal expenses. Embezzlement...
Would-be customers in New York might find particular marketing pitches appealing. Unfortunately, some may need to realize a marketing deal could be an outright scam. Sometimes, a deceptive scheme could leave the victims losing significant money. Being alert to the...
If you want to engage in the highs and lows of the stock market, New York certainly provides ample opportunity and plenty of people willing to give advice. Both the state and federal government have enacted a number of laws designed to protect potential investors from...
Identity theft affects many New Yorkers each year. An arrest for this white-collar crime is life-changing. There are different ways that identity theft can occur. What is identity theft? Identity theft is a white-collar crime that occurs when a person fraudulently...