There are several types of healthcare fraud and different fraudulent practice doctors may be accused of. Doctors and medical care providers who are facing serious allegations of healthcare fraud should be familiar with what those charges can include and how to defend...
The U.S. Secret Service says it is investigating the theft of close to $100 billion from federal relief programs intended to aid people and businesses suffering economic losses during the pandemic. The agency says it’s recovered more than $2 billion of the stolen...
Unfortunately, the medical industry in New York and through the U.S. functions as other industries do in that providers often act on financial incentives to provide as much "care" as possible, regardless of whether the patient truly needs it or not. Many people have...
Contact with the FBI may be intimidating and you risk surrendering important rights. You should understand your rights during these encounters because the consequences may be severe. Right to an attorney You have the right to speak to an attorney and usually do not...
We all aim to be honest with regards to our taxes, but sometimes mistakes are made, or misunderstandings occur. When this happens, you could face an investigation by the Internal Revenue Service. Being investigated by the IRS is intimidating and prosecutors treat tax...
Fraud is one of the most common types of white-collar crime in New York and around the country. In law, fraud is the act of creating a financial gain by intentionally deceiving another person or entity. In December, a court sentenced four executives for defrauding the...
The purpose of a grand jury is to assist prosecutors in determining whether there is probable cause to file charges. Therefore, when you’re subpoenaed to testify before a grand jury or to turn over specified documents, then you’re either considered a witness or...
Medicaid fraud happens, and federal courts in New York may become home to civil fraud lawsuits initiated by a U.S. attorney. On Nov. 24, 2021, the Southern District of New York issued a press release announcing a civil fraud lawsuit against a non-profit organization...
New York City is a hub for financial activity. With so many corporations in operation in the financial sector and the city viewed as a prime mover for business throughout the world, it is not uncommon for accusations of wrongdoing to arise. This can not only cost an...
Many New York City residents seek a mortgage when buying a new home. Unfortunately, mortgage fraud sometimes occurs. This is where a mortgage putback comes in. You should know what this means if you’re seeking a mortgage to buy a house. What is a mortgage putback?...
