The concept of "honest services fraud" is rooted in the social desire to maintain integrity in public and private dealings. Under federal law, it is a criminal offense to deceitfully deny another person the rightful services they are owed. H...
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Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense with far-reaching consequences, especially for commercial drivers. In the world of transportation and logistics, where reliability and safety are paramount, a drinking and driving charge can jeop...
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The United States government has established stringent regulations and penalties for anyone convicted of healthcare fraud. Healthcare fraud can be prosecuted either criminally or civilly under a variety of prosecutorial theories, including mail fraud...
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Wire fraud is an increasingly common federal offense that can be filed against those who use telecommunications or the internet to carry out schemes intended to defraud or obtain money or property under false pretenses. The scope of activities that m...
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Is DUI a federal offense? While most DUI charges are prosecuted at the state level, certain specific circumstances can elevate a DUI to a federal offense. Understanding federal DUI laws and the potential defense to such charges is crucial for anyone ...
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In Florida, unemployment fraud is a serious charge that can lead to severe criminal penalties. Unemployment fraud involves intentionally providing false information or withholding information to receive unemployment benefits to which you are not enti...
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The False Claims Act (FCA) 31 U.S.C. §§ 3729 - 3733, was enacted during the Civil War in 1863 and amended several times over the years. It is a critical tool in the United States' efforts to detect and punish fraud committed against federal program...
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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is the key U.S. regulatory body responsible for protecting consumers from unfair or deceptive practices in the marketplace. With the public’s interest in cryptocurrency growing so rapidly, thousands of people have...
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Being pulled over for suspicion of driving under the influence is a serious matter that requires careful handling to protect your rights and ensure the best possible outcome. Understanding the dos and don'ts during a DUI traffic stop can make all the...
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Fraud is generally recognized as an illegal act, but whether it is prosecuted as a federal crime, a state crime, or both depends on several factors. Some of these factors include the nature of the fraud, the status or identity of the parties involved...
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