Being accused of a white collar crime is scary no matter what line of work you’re in. However, there are some professions with a higher likelihood of fraud accusations. Financial sector jobs Financial sector jobs have some of the highest risk factors. These positions...
If you are contemplating bankruptcy, it is essential to understand that abusing the system can lead to severe consequences, including arrest. Bankruptcy fraud is a federal crime encompassing knowingly providing false information, making misleading statements or...
For some crimes, the allegations alone can cause a significant impact on the accused. When an individual in Texas is faced with child pornography charges, they are not only overwhelmed by the severe penalties that could follow a conviction, but the impact the charges...
If you are accused of possessing illegal or controlled substances with the intent to sell or distribute them to others, you could face serious penalties. These may vary depending on the type of substance involved. There are several defenses that may be available to...
Drunk driving is a serious offense that has serious legal consequences for anyone that is convicted. However, in Texas, the laws and penalties for drunk driving vary depending on the age of the driver. What is the legal limit? The legal limit for alcohol in Texas is...
When two or more parties come together to formulate a plan to carry out a crime, all parties involved may be charged with conspiracy. Many people are surprised to learn that criminal conspiracy is its own criminal offense. Someone may be charged with conspiracy, along...
Sexual assault is a serious criminal offense and is treated as such in the state of Texas. Those accused of sexual assault face severe penalties, making it important that alleged offenders understand their situation, the charges against them, defense options available...
Child pornography charges are many people’s worst nightmare. This is quite understandable, since the child pornography charges in Texas come with serious penalties. Texas law defines child pornography as the promotion, use or exploitation of children under age 18 for...
When law enforcement begins poking around your business’s finances, this is understandably worrisome. It is not always clear what they are looking for or what they will uncover and suspect. Thus, it is important that you arm yourself, taking steps to protect yourself...
If you are accused of prescription fraud, you face the possibility of long-term consequences and serious penalties. Prescription fraud Prescription fraud involves misusing medical prescriptions, either by obtaining, creating or altering them. It can include forging...
