If you are an accountant accused of embezzlement, the allegation is that you used entrusted funds for your own benefit. In Texas, such conduct can lead to felony charges. That can mean prison time, fines and restitution. Beyond criminal consequences, your job and...
A billing dispute can become serious when prosecutors believe the paperwork was not just wrong, but intentionally false. Many invoice disputes are handled as civil matters. Still, the situation can shift toward criminal charges when there is evidence of intent to...
When reading about white collar crimes, many people tend to assume that only high-profile criminals can commit these acts. However, regular people can also commit these non-violent, money-related offenses, sometimes due to pressure or by accident. White collar crime...
Corporate audits ensure compliance and transparency in financial reporting. For businesses, an audit is a routine process that helps uncover minor discrepancies. However, an audit can also reveal irregularities that go beyond accounting errors. When those findings...
In Texas and across the United States, white collar crimes are getting increased attention as allegations of fraud, waste, and abuse are being addressed locally and federally. One area where people are commonly accused of wrongdoing from various perspectives is...
A lot of white-collar crime charges are brought after investigators seize incriminating evidence. And sometimes this evidence is so difficult to overcome that it’s in the accused individual’s best interests to accept a plea deal. Perhaps the most tragic aspect of...
Recently, Medina County officials in West Texas announced they had indicted 28 people in what they described as a large-scale fraud ring. According to officials, the defendants used credit card numbers, debit card numbers, Social Security numbers and other identifying...
Both the State of Texas and the United States government prosecute criminal cases under their respective laws. United States Attorneys prosecute cases in the appropriate federal district court in Texas, while state prosecutors file charges in one of the many state...
When you’re under criminal investigation, one of the biggest mistakes you can make is discussing the case with others. Those conversations more likely than not aren’t protected, meaning that if you wind up getting charged, prosecutors can subpoena those individuals to...
Navigating bankruptcy offers Texans a fresh financial start, but the path demands absolute honesty. Federal law treats omissions, under-valuations and asset shuffling as bankruptcy fraud, which is an offense that can trigger fines and prison time. By understanding the...
