White collar crime – fraud, embezzlement, Ponzi schemes, insider trading, identity theft, etc. – hits the headlines only when the most spectacular cases break. Some individuals become infamous because of the crimes they committed (Bernard Madoff). In other cases, the...
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New York’s different DWI laws
You already knew that drinking and driving is against the law in New York state. What you might not know is that there is more than one form of drinking and driving in the state's criminal code. Depending on what you are charged with, the penalties you could face can...
Reality TV star faces federal fraud charges
It began more than nine years ago with “Love & Hip Hop: New York.” VH-1’s reality TV show revolved around a cast of hip hop and R&B performers, musicians, managers and producers. The show that launched in early 2011 was a hit, spawning several spin-offs in...
A guide to federal drug conspiracy charges
The federal government takes drug charges seriously. The feds will often pursue federal drug conspiracy charges to enhance the potentially harsh consequences of a criminal charge. It is important to know how the government defines a “conspiracy” and how you can help...
The extensive repercussions of DWI convictions for college students
Nobody wants their child to drink and drive, but when they make a mistake, you want them to learn from that error with it affecting the rest of their life. If a student is charged with a DWI or DWAI (driving while ability impaired), the conviction could affect their...
Does a sobriety checkpoint violate your rights?
Drunk driving is a persistent social issue that causes millions of dollars in property damage and claims thousands of lives every year. Despite there being well-known laws that prohibit driving while under the influence of intoxicating substances, people still do it...
Medical billers could face charges for an employer’s fraud
Working as a medical biller is a potential career with plenty of perks. Medical billing is a trained position that requires some education but not a college degree. As a result, those who are intelligent and organized may find this profession to be a lucrative option...
Researchers find that skewed breathalyzer results are common
A recent investigation from the New York Times turned up surprising information about the validity of breathalyzer tests. Their findings confirm what attorneys know to be true: The results of breathalyzer tests are more often flawed than the public realizes. A little...
Examples of computer crimes
Getting your hands on a computer may land you in hot water with the authorities. While you may believe what you are doing is legal, it may not be. How can a New Yorker avoid charges stemming from the use of a computer? Get to know these examples of the most common...
3 examples of white-collar crimes
You may not believe it, but white-collar crimes are commonplace across New York. In fact, you may find yourself facing a charge in this category at some point in your lifetime. To stay out of trouble, you may want to familiarize yourself with some of the crimes that...
