White Collar Crimes

Insider trading is a serious crime and those facing insider trading charges can face serious penalties and consequences as a result. Because of the serious nature of accusations that someone has committed insider trading, it is helpful to know what it is, how to avoid...

A person who is charged with a white collar crime that cost another person or entity money might have to pay restitution. This is done to shift the financial impact of the crime from the victim to the person who committed the crime. It is only one penalty that the...

Individuals who are involved in the drug trade will sometimes need to make the money they make look legitimate. To do this, they "launder" the money. There are many methods that might be used to do it, but doing it successfully isn't always that simple. The evidence...

Learning that you're being charged with a white collar crime should spur you into action. These are often very complex cases that can't be addressed in a rushed manner. The sooner you get started on your defense, the more time you have to consider the options that are...

With the downturn of the economy in recent times, people are starting to have financial troubles. This might lead to some realizing that they aren't able to make ends meet. Some might decide that they need to file for bankruptcy. If you're in this position, remember...

A person who is facing a criminal case usually has to think about several sentencing options that the court might invoke. These include incarceration, fines and restitution. Most people understand those first two, but they may have some questions about the third.The...

As we approach the end of February, Ohio taxpayers are preparing for the next season soon to be upon us. No, we're not talking about springtime, as the frigid temperatures warn us that winter will be with us for a few more weeks.Tax season is looming ahead. For those...

Defendants who are facing white collar crimes often have a difficult battle before them. These cases are often filled with a paper trail that takes time to go through. For this reason, starting the defense planning early is usually a good idea. This gives you time to...

Each year, thousands of people face criminal charges in Ohio. A much smaller number will face charges in federal court. The legal basis for why a person might face charges in federal court instead of state court can be somewhat complicated, but it is sufficient to say...

Sometimes an investment seems too good to be true. While some investments are legitimate and legal, others such as Ponzi schemes and pyramid schemes are considered white collar crimes in Ohio and elsewhere. However, while there are some similarities, Ponzi schemes are...