Fraud involves intentional deception to gain something of value, typically money. It includes false statements, misrepresentation or dishonest conduct intended to mislead or deceive. The government prosecutes criminal fraud, and convictions can result in lengthy...
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What can make an online investment newsletter fraudulent?
The Internet is a major venue for investment opportunities, and corporations can greatly increase their revenue through online stock recommendations. Oftentimes these stock recommendations are included in newsletters posted on investment websites. These...
Pyramid schemes have moved online using cryptocurrency
The sale, exchange and investment of cryptocurrencies has become increasingly popular amongst online investors. Still, those who run platforms where these investments are made need to ensure their operations are legitimate. They do not want to be accused of operating...
What must a prosecutor prove in a bank fraud case?
Being accused of bank fraud can be frightening and disrupt your entire life. It is common to feel scared and confused about what the charges mean. You may believe that you could never be accused of something like bank fraud, but an accusation could come easier than...
How can I fight financial fraud when the state is against me?
If you are facing financial fraud charges, you may feel hopeless and overwhelmed. Financial fraud is a serious crime in the New York City metro area that can carry severe penalties, such as prison time, fines, restitution and loss of professional licenses. Moreover,...
Common types of mortgage fraud
Although the housing market has changed over the past few years, individuals in New York and elsewhere are still buying and selling homes. While it is a transaction that occurs frequently throughout the nation, it doesn’t always go without issue. For some, this might...
Encounter at Disney World leads to arrest of man accused of fraud
Most suspected criminals are arrested after an extensive manhunt and a lengthy investigation. The United States Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York issued a complaint against an alleged fraudster in November of 2021, but despite the requisite...
Defending against fraud charges
Being accused of fraud can ruin your entire life. Even if you are charged with fraud but not convicted, you may face stigma and damage to your professional reputation. Fraud is a white-collar crime. White-collar crimes differ from “street crimes” because they do not...
44 people indicted in alleged $240 million fraud
Two years ago, when New York and the rest of the country faced unprecedented challenges and the whole global economy seemed on the verge of collapse, state and federal agencies responded with much-needed programs that pumped money into local communities. Many of these...
Understanding bank fraud and its defenses
Most of us use our bank accounts for many different purposes, such as paying bills, depositing money and various other types of transactions. Your bank, as well as banks throughout New York and New Jersey, holds enormous sums of money in them daily. This increases the...