It may be easy to assume that those accused of embezzlement in New York are sophisticated white-collar criminals stealing millions of dollars giant corporate conglomerates. Yet in truth, anyone in any profession and in social class can be accused of such a crime....
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When insider trading can lead to criminal liability
As a center for global trade, New York has long been a place of opportunity. But the pursuit of financial success can come with a high cost when the SEC gets involved. Anyone who participates in trading on the stock market should be aware of insider trading laws and...
Proving good faith
Listen to any case involving a charge of fraud of New York, and you will likely hear some form of the word “intentional” used multiple times. Many of those that we here at Sapone and Petrillo LLP have helped over the years have come to us with concerns that their...
Get the help you need to fight racketeering charges
Racketeering charges are rarely handed out casually, so if you recently received charges or suspect that some agency is investigating you, you need to begin building a strong legal defense as soon as possible. In many cases, racketeering charges include a number of...
Defining mail fraud
The word “fraud” is often used in a general sense to describe any activity in which one tries to deceive another in an attempt to secure a financial gain. However, there are actually several different types of fraud whose classification depends on the type of medium...
Insider trading evidence challenged
A New York banker was sentenced to three years for giving an unfair investment tip to his father. According to Newsday, the judge did not believe that the man was being honest when he claimed he did not know his father would trade on his stock tip. The banker focused...
How common are immigration offenses?
While there are many criminal offenses that are well-known in New York, such as drunk driving and embezzlement, there are others you may have never heard of that are just as common. One of the fastest-growing types of federal crimes is immigration crimes, something...
What is white-collar crime?
If you’re facing a white-collar crime charge in New York, you are no doubt aware of the seriousness of the matter. To this end, comprehending what white-collar crime actually entails is of huge importance to ensure you get the legal assistance you need when faced with...
Yes, you can fight money laundering charges
Shrewdly operating your business at a profit often involves taking risks and making choices that appear unscrupulous, even if they are not. If you recently received money laundering charges, you may worry that your ship is already sunk, so to speak. However, this is...
Defendants to be sentenced for embezzlement in August
New York residents who work in roles in which they have access to company or organization funds may find themselves under great scrutiny at times. These types of jobs may well put people at a greater risk of being accused of embezzling or otherwise misappropriating...
