White-Collar Crimes

Any form of fraud is a serious criminal offense that can land a person in prison for a long time if the accused individual is convicted -- among various other significant penalties. Mail fraud is believed to be one of the most common forms of fraud for which people in...

Racketeering is a crime that comes in many forms and may be considered a state or federal offense -- sometimes both. It is a crime that involves operating an illegal business or taking funds from a legal company for one to engage in criminal activities. What are the...

The unknown is what makes the criminal justice process at the federal level something people fear. If a person knows what to expect and how the process works, it can be easier for the individual to navigate. For this reason, this column will briefly address what...

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...