White-Collar Crimes

Because of advances in technology and widespread access to computers and the internet, computer-based crime is more common than ever. Hacking is a type of cybercrime that involves illegally accessing certain types of information and doing other things that may affect...

There is nothing wrong with wanting to get people the medical care they need. There is nothing illegal about assisting someone in finding health care providers or treatment facilities that will best serve their needs. There is something wrong, however, with accepting...

Police in Detroit are looking for the woman reportedly stealing packages from porches shortly after they are being delivered. What may seem like a simple case of theft, which is typically handled at the state level, may also be considered a federal offense. It all...

The federal government takes the payment of taxes very seriously. Michigan residents who do not pay what they truly owe on time may end up being accused and possibly charged with tax evasion. This is a severe offense with significant consequences if one is ultimately...

When charged with a federal drug crime, the implications are serious. A conviction can lead to penalties that have the potential to change the rest of your life, including time behind bars and much more. If you are facing a federal drug charge, such as drug...

Accusations of health care abuse or fraud are serious, and certainly something medical providers in Michigan and elsewhere should not treat lightly. There is a lot on the line if you end up being charged and ultimately convicted. If you find yourself accused of...

Alleged members of a well-known gang that operates in the Detroit area were recently arrested. The charges against them include RICO, drug and other violations. If convicted on these federal charges, each of these individuals is looking at years behind bars and hefty...

Times are tough, and recent world events have resulted in an unprecedented number of Michigan residents out of work. Claims for unemployment benefits are on the rise, and the opportunity for fraud is always present. While many states have fraud detection programs...

A federal case involving financial crimes of any kind can result in serious penalties for a defendant if convicted. White collar crimes is a category reserved for criminal activities committed with the intent of financial gain, typically through deception, fraud and...

According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, racketeering is described as obtaining money by using an illegal enterprise. This can be done by one person or an organized crime ring by running an illegal business or embezzling funds through a legitimate company. The...