Bank fraud is a serious accusation that can lead to criminal charges. In Ohio, bank fraud may be charged as a misdemeanor or felony conviction depending on the severity and nature of the crime. If you are convicted of bank fraud, you could serve many years behind bars...
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What is ‘cooking the books’?
Professionals who own businesses, help run organizations or fill white-collar positions at companies may find themselves facing white-collar criminal charges. There are many different types of conduct that violate state or federal laws, most of which have to do with...
Common employee practices can lead to embezzlement charges
People tend to think of embezzlement as overt misappropriation of company resources. A receptionist or secretary stealing from the petty cash drawer could be embezzlement. So could scenarios where salespeople falsify transactions or void legitimate ones to issue...
What does a criminal defense attorney do?
The right to representation is a crucial protection for those accused of breaking the law. People have the option of retaining a criminal defense attorney after their arrest or upon discovering that they are the subject of an investigation. Some people scoff at the...
3 acts that could constitute Medicaid or Medicare fraud
Professionals in the medical sector have excellent job security in general. Regardless of what happens with the economy, people always need medical intervention for illnesses and injuries. Of course, the costs that go into operating a medical business are quite high,...
3 ways an assault charge could affect a professional’s career
Developing a professional career requires planning and commitment. Someone does not become an air traffic controller or a pharmacist on impulse. Those pursuing the best careers available typically need to secure specialized education and must meet certain legal...
3 things motorists need to know about drugged driving in Ohio
Discussions about operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI) offenses often focus almost exclusively on alcohol intoxication. Many people get arrested for drunk driving because they behave in an erratic manner while in control of a vehicle or fail a breath test...
3 of the most common questions about Ohio OVI charges
Operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drug (OVI) charges can be a real nightmare for an Ohio driver to navigate. People get pulled over or arrested after a crash. They may then worry about what a possible OVI conviction might mean for their future....
Non-prison penalties for white-collar crimes in Ohio
Prison time isn't always the most severe penalty courts in Ohio can impose for white-collar crime. In fact, there are some people who see it as a slap on the wrist when they compare it to other types of punishment. Depending on the severity of the offense, courts may...
Signs you might be a target of a fraud investigation in Ohio
When law enforcement in Ohio has reasons to believe that you may have committed fraud or other criminal acts, they may initiate an investigation. If you are not keen, you may not know this until it is too late, and they are at your door with a court summons. In order...