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Health care fraud schemes and examples
Health care fraud leads to billions of dollars in losses across America. Depending on how the cases play out, the patient might even suffer harm in the commission of this act. While a lot of the focus is often on patients or even strangers committing health care...
Understanding money laundering allegations
White collar crime is a very broad phrase that refers to a wide variety of activities. In many situations, the line between legal activity and illegal activity may be very thin and difficult to distinguish. Financial professionals and business owners alike must be...
Understanding healthcare fraud by patients and doctors
Doctors, physicians and other healthcare providers are often some of the most giving people in our economy. However, this is not always true. Healthcare fraud is a growing issue, both on the part of the patients and the providers. Studies have shown that 10 cents for...
Broker-dealers must conform practices to Regulation Best Interest
New York broker-dealers must comply with the Securities and Exchange Commission’s Regulation Best Interest. This regulation, which became effective June 30, 2020, obligates broker-dealers to put their customers’ best interests over their own financial or other...
What is the difference between health care fraud and abuse?
A health care organization takes the integrity of the care it provides and the programs it administers very seriously. If you are a provider or employee who works for such an organization and there is reason to believe that you may have committed health care abuse or...
The method and consequences behind high-tech money laundering
Illicit cryptocurrency transactions skyrocketed in 2019, according to Chainalysis.com, and New York cyber-investigators are likely watching for illegal activity. Furthermore, those who take advantage of cryptocurrency’s anonymous nature to launder unlawful gains may...
Marijuana possession and the risk of arrest
Recently, marijuana laws in many states including New York have changed. According to the New York City Police Department, it is still against the law to possess marijuana. That said, possession of less than two ounces of marijuana is treated as a violation and people...
What To Expect In Your First Meeting With Your Attorney
When you're accused of a crime, the stress can feel overwhelming. You may experience further stress when you think about meeting with a defense attorney for the first time.Talking about your case with a lawyer should not cause you anxiety. If anything, you should...
Understanding mortgage fraud
Buying a house is typically a very exciting time in someone's life. It can also be very stressful because there is a lot of documentation necessary to secure a mortgage loan. For people who realize that their income level may prevent them from receiving the loan, it...
Recognizing the signs of healthcare fraud
Healthcare fraud schemes hurt patients, insurance providers and government health care programs, but they are not always easy to recognize. Healthcare invoices are often complex and difficult for patients to understand, and the confusing nature of the insurance claim...
