Being accused of a federal white-collar crime can be an unsettling experience. These offenses, typically involving financial or business misconduct, can carry significant legal and social ramifications.   It is crucial to understand your rights and take the necessary steps to protect yourself in such situations. This blog post sheds light on what to do, and what to avoid, when facing such allegations, emphasizing the importance of seeking legal counsel and building a strong defense.   Maintaining Composure: Self-Preservation in the Face of Accusations   The initial instinct when ..read more

Many Americans are aware that U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ) was indicted this past September for conspiracy to commit bribery, conspiracy to commit honest services fraud, and extortion—all white-collar crimes. The New Jersey lawmaker has a long history, dating back to 2006, of either being investigated or indicted for white-collar criminal activity.    Many less well-known people are charged and convicted of white-collar crimes nationwide. For example, recently, investigations and charges have been filed against individuals for conspiracies to commit wire fraud in conn ..read more

Being accused of a white-collar crime in Texas is a serious and complex matter that can have profound ramifications for individuals personally and professionally. White-collar crimes often involve fraudulent activities, embezzlement, or other non-violent financial offenses, and are taken very seriously by the Texas legal system. If you find yourself charged or being investigated for such an offense, it is crucial to understand your rights and develop a strong defense strategy.   Common Types of White Collar Crimes   Understanding the specific charges against you is essential in build ..read more

Since assuming political office in 2002, Ken Paton has had a peculiar penchant for violating political norms, disregarding professional ethics, engaging in a pattern of illegal conduct, and using his positions of political power to retaliate against those who tried to expose the corruption that has saturated his political career.   Paxton was elected to the Texas House of Representatives in November 2002. He immediately announced he would try to unseat the popular conservative Joe Straus as House Speaker but withdrew from that race before a vote could be taken. The silly maneuve ..read more

More than a decade after one of the worst financial crises in the mortgage lending industry that unfolded in 2008, law enforcement authorities continue to apprehend some who still choose to blatantly take unfair advantage of the nation’s homebuyers (and this include those lenders who are well-intentioned by stretching evaluations for potential homebuyers who are just beyond the scope of approval criteria), placing them in jeopardy of serious jail time, massive fines, and worse – a felony record.   Just last month, seven Californians were found guilty of targeting and defrauding Sacrament ..read more

A principal at San Antonio Cash Networks was recently charged with four counts of embezzlement for allegedly stealing from company ATMs.   The defendant allegedly stole $145,000 from four company ATMs in late 2016. The courts are seeking a monetary judgement of $1,084,600, which is based on the proceeds from the defendant’s overall embezzlement scheme. The defendant is being prosecuted at the federal level because he was an employee of a financial institution.   This case illustrates the seriousness of embezzlement charges. Below, we cover state and federal embezzlement laws, and th ..read more

What is abuse of power?   That question has become increasingly important to Americans. A new Quinnipiac poll shows that 54 percent of the people in this country believe that President Donald Trump is abusing the power of the presidency.   Long History of Abuse of Power   That should not come as a surprise to anyone. The president has a long personal and professional history of abusing the power he accumulated from wealth and social status.   He used vexatious litigation to financially crush people who offended him in some way; He used bankruptcy to stiff small business pe ..read more

For those who may be facing embezzlement charges in Texas, you may have a lot of questions. Primary among those questions are the types of penalties you may face if convicted, and the best ways to defend against these charges. As a white collar crime, embezzlement may not seem that serious. However, it’s a crime taken very seriously in Texas, a position reflected by state law and the penalties associated with a guilty verdict. Plus, you read about people being charged with embezzlement arather frequently – and that should tell you what you need to know about how Texas prosecutors view this cri ..read more

It’s difficult to find someone who hasn’t heard the term “white collar crime.” However, explaining these types of offenses and what they mean is a whole different ballgame. Misconceptions about white collar crimes run rampant, probably because the phrase covers such a wide array of criminal acts. Still, it’s important to understand not only what white collar crimes are and how they are punished – but also how your conceptions about them that are false. Read on to find the truth behind some of the biggest white collar crime myths. White Collar Crime: What Is It?   The term white collar cr ..read more

White collar crimes are prevalent in the U.S. Money offers both temptation and opportunity. These crimes occur in the context of someone taking advantage of a position of trust to embezzle or to encourage people to engage in some fraudulent scheme.   It’s no secret that, over the last few years, corporate greed has been in the limelight. That is why the federal government has taken a much stauncher position against white collar crime, and they will prosecute it. If you are under arrest for a white collar crime and ultimately charged with one (or more), what should you do? What qualifies ..read more