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Does it matter if you didn’t intend to commit health care fraud?

On Behalf of Michael A. Rataj, PC | Dec 21, 2025 | Firm News

As a health care provider, someone who owns or works in a health care-related business or even as an individual, there is always a chance you could be caught up in a health care fraud investigation. There is also a chance you could end up facing criminal charges over...

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Do you have to let the police search your home?

On Behalf of Michael A. Rataj, PC | Dec 7, 2025 | White-Collar Crimes

Facing serious criminal allegations and high-level drug charges goes far beyond simple drug possession charges. Perhaps you have been accused of interstate drug trafficking, for example, or manufacturing drugs. The charges you are facing could be life-changing. During...

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Cellphone evidence and the Third-Party Doctrine

On Behalf of Michael A. Rataj, PC | Nov 20, 2025 | White-Collar Crimes

If you are facing serious felony charges, such as drug charges or white-collar crime allegations, then you need to know exactly how the police can gather evidence in the case. There is a good chance that they will want to search for evidence on your cellphone. This...

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Can deleted texts be used against you in a fraud case?

On Behalf of Michael A. Rataj, PC | Nov 17, 2025 | Federal Offenses

You might think a deleted text disappears the moment you erase it. However, federal agents often recover those messages with modern tools and legal requests. Here’s how deleted texts resurface and why they can shape the direction of your case. Deleted texts can be...

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Facing charges of taking a girlfriend across state lines?

On Behalf of Michael A. Rataj, PC | Nov 14, 2025 | Federal Offenses

Many young people don’t realize the consequences of their actions regarding having underage partners. While the difference of a few years doesn’t mean much in adult relationships, the same age gap is a big problem when one of the partners is still a minor. Learn more...

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Why “misprision of felony” is a serious offense

On Behalf of Michael A. Rataj, PC | Oct 24, 2025 | White-Collar Crimes

Earlier this year, we discussed how people can find themselves in serious trouble with the law for helping others evade arrest. This assistance can result in charges like obstruction of justice or being an accessory after the fact.  Another, less well-known, offense...

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Using the mail to deliver drugs can trigger federal charges

On Behalf of Michael A. Rataj, PC | Oct 13, 2025 | Federal Drug Charge

The distribution of illicit drugs is a crime. While Michigan has legalized recreational cannabis, there are still many drugs that are illegal to possess and consume in Michigan. There are also many restrictions on the use of legalized cannabis. Some people decide that...

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Are you unknowingly being involved in a money laundering scheme?

On Behalf of Michael A. Rataj, PC | Sep 30, 2025 | White-Collar Crimes

Most people associate money laundering with organized crime or dramatic movie plots, characterized by shady deals and secret offshore accounts. Yet the reality is that ordinary individuals can be drawn into laundering activities without realizing it. Criminal networks...

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3 signs you may unknowingly be involved in a RICO investigation

On Behalf of Michael A. Rataj, PC | Sep 16, 2025 | White-Collar Crimes

The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act was designed to target organized crime, but its reach has expanded to many types of alleged criminal activity. Law enforcement agencies often spend months or even years gathering evidence before making...

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Michigan RICO law vs. federal statutes: Key differences

On Behalf of Michael A. Rataj, PC | Sep 12, 2025 | RICO Violations

Laws based on the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act are designed to target organized crime, but not all RICO charges follow the same playbook. If you are facing allegations in Michigan, the difference between state and federal statutes can...

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  • Facing charges of taking a girlfriend across state lines?

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