Fighting For The Underdog
If the federal court system is charging you with a crime, it is likely that a plea bargain will be a part of the process. Usually this process begins well before your case goes to trial. You may believe that the court system would look poorly upon plea bargains, but...
In Texas, state laws treat matters of fraud seriously. This is especially true of frauds classified as federal offenses. Among these offenses are mail and wire fraud. These crimes share a lot in common, but do not think they are the same thing. The law classifies...
You may think that you will never face allegations of healthcare fraud. However, even small medical offices can have problems with fraud. If you think that you or one of your staff members is unintentionally committing fraud, there are certain steps you should take....
Texas law takes matters involving fraud seriously. This covers many different fraudulent schemes and ploys, too. If you get convicted of a fraud-related crime, you can often face hefty penalties. This is particularly true in the case of mail fraud. What is it,...
According to the United States Department of Justice, the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) formed in 1973 after several government agencies merged into one. Since that time, the DEA has been responsible for enforcing this nation's drug laws regarding the manufacture,...
When you think of drug crimes, you may picture dealers lurking in alleyways. You may not think of doctors, nurses and pharmacists. Yet the National Institutes of Health reports that one of America’s most serious drug issues is prescription drug abuse. According to the...
One of the reasons why scams are so prevalent and continue to bring in victims is that those who perpetrate them make them seem so real. This is why fake check scams work so well. They seem like something that is valid. The Federal Trade Commission explains...
Texas police pulled you over recently for driving erratically. They suspected you of intoxication, or that you were on an illicit substance. Is your new prescription to blame for this unfortunate situation? Some medications do not lend themselves well to driving....
The courts charging you with any variety of crime is terrifying, but the difference between the state and federal court systems is important for you to understand. The layout of the state and federal courts at its broadest brushstroke is simple: there is one federal...
As a medical professional, you likely worry about patients falling for lies and overpaying for services. If you are facing accusations of healthcare fraud, knowing the common signs of a scam can help you defend yourself. Signs According to the National Health Care...