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Understanding the False Claims Act and Customs Fraud Under Current Trade Policies
The False Claims Act (FCA) has long been a cornerstone in the U.S. government’s efforts to combat fraud against federal programs. While traditionally associated with healthcare and defense contracting, the FCA’s reach extends into international trade, particularly concerning customs fraud. With the current administration’s intensified focus on addressing trade deficits...
Read More NFT Fraud and Pump-and-Dump Crypto Scams
What Investors Need to Know The explosive rise of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and cryptocurrency markets has opened exciting investment opportunities, but it has also created a breeding ground for fraud crimes. Among the most common scams plaguing investors today are NFT rug pulls and pump-and-dump schemes, where fraudsters manipulate markets...
Read More Telemedicine Fraud Investigations: How Doctors, Clinics, and Companies Can Protect Themselves
The rise of telemedicine has revolutionized healthcare, providing patients with greater access to medical professionals and enabling providers to offer remote services in ways once unimaginable. However, as telehealth has expanded, so have government investigations into telemedicine fraud. Federal agencies, including the Department of Justice (DOJ), Health and Human Services...
Read More Romance Scams & Cryptocurrency Fraud
How Scammers Exploit Trust to Steal Millions In the digital age, finding love online has become increasingly common. Unfortunately, so have online romance scams, which have evolved into a lucrative criminal enterprise, especially in the world of cryptocurrency. Fraudsters manipulate victims into transferring digital assets, leaving them financially devastated and...
Read More Marital Privilege in Federal Criminal Law
Marital privilege or spousal privilege are legal protections that allow spouses to maintain certain confidentiality rights in federal criminal cases. These privileges can impact the admissibility of evidence and the extent to which one spouse can be compelled to testify against the other. At the Law Offices of David Triber,...
Read More Commercial Bribery Criminal Defense Lawyer, NJ
Commercial bribery is a serious white-collar crime with significant legal and professional consequences. Both individuals and companies can be charged with alleged commercial bribery, which may result in criminal penalties, financial restitution, and reputational damage. At the Law Offices of David Triber, we are committed to providing strategic and effective...
Read More Federal Consumer Protection Law
Federal law protects consumers from deceptive practices in many ways. If you are accused of violating the law, the Law Offices of David Triber is here to assess your best defense options and represent you in federal criminal court. Contact our defense lawyer today to discuss your case and take...
Read More Health Care Fraud in Adult Daycare Centers
Adult daycare centers provide vital services to elderly and disabled individuals, offering supervised care, health monitoring, and social engagement. However, because these centers are often reimbursed through Medicare and Medicaid, they are subject to strict regulations. Allegations of healthcare fraud related to adult daycare centers can lead to severe federal...
Read More Tax Evasion and Fraud Defense
Federal tax evasion and fraud are serious offenses that the IRS and Department of Justice aggressively prosecute. These charges carry substantial penalties, including steep fines, asset seizures, and prison time. Tax laws are complex, and even simple filing mistakes can sometimes lead to suspicion of fraud or evasion. At the...
Read More What Constitutes Bank Fraud Under Federal Law?
Federal laws and authorities take bank fraud seriously and aggressively build strong cases to secure convictions. If you or someone you know is facing charges related to bank fraud, you must seek immediate representation from the right federal fraud defense lawyer. Contact the Law Offices of David Triber today for...
Read More Legal Guidance for Reporting Fraud
At the Law Offices of David Triber, we recognize whistleblowers’ critical role in exposing fraud and ensuring the integrity of our financial and governmental systems. Whether you are considering coming forward or have already discovered fraud, we are here to provide you with expert guidance and legal protection throughout the...
Read More Exposing Securities Fraud-Protecting Investors
At the Law Offices of David Triber, we understand that securities fraud undermines trust in the financial markets and can have far-reaching consequences. Whether you’re an investor or an insider, if you know about securities fraud, we’re here to help you report it and ensure that those responsible are held...
Read More Ethical Practices in Healthcare
Telehealth has revolutionized healthcare service delivery, especially in rural and underserved communities. However, like any growing field, it has also opened the door to fraudulent practices. At the Law Offices of David Triber, we are committed to ensuring that telehealth services are provided ethically, compliant with regulations, and free from...
Read More Protecting Against Healthcare Fraud
Protecting Patients and Providers from Telehealth and Healthcare Fraud Healthcare fraud is a serious problem that costs taxpayers billions of dollars annually. At the Law Offices of David Triber, we are committed to defending patients and healthcare providers who are wrongfully accused of fraud and holding those who commit fraud...
Read More Reporting Commodities Market Fraud
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) Whistleblower Program provides a way for individuals to report fraud and misconduct in the commodities and futures markets. At the Law Offices of David Triber, we help whistleblowers navigate the process of reporting market manipulation, insider trading, and other fraudulent activities, ensuring they receive...
Read More Federal Investigation Process for Bank Fraud
If you are caught up in a federal investigation process for bank fraud, it is essential to understand that these investigations can be complicated and have profound implications. Successful investigations can lead to serious bank fraud charges in federal criminal court, and the prosecutor can have suggestive evidence from the...
Read More Can You Unknowingly Commit a Fraudulent Crime?
Many people might accidentally fail to conduct total due diligence, fail to know their responsibilities under the law, or make other errors when communicating with other parties, leading to allegations of fraud. But if you unknowingly engaged in conduct that is against the law, does it constitute a fraudulent offense?...
Read More Can a Bank Fraud Case be Settled Before Going to Trial?
Many people don’t realize that settling a bank fraud case before it reaches the courtroom is possible and, in some cases, highly beneficial. David Triber is an experienced David Triber bank fraud lawyer who knows how to negotiate with the prosecution, potentially leading to a favorable outcome without the stress...
Read More The impact of bank fraud convictions on a financial career
In today’s financial landscape, integrity is the cornerstone of the industry. A bank fraud conviction can alter the trajectory of an individual’s career. The repercussions extend beyond legal consequences. There are potential implications for professional standing and employability. Understanding bank fraud convictions Bank fraud convictions occur when individuals engage in...
Read More Understanding examples of federal insurance fraud
Federal insurance fraud is a serious crime with significant implications. The federal government strictly regulates these practices due to their far-reaching impact on the economy. As you navigate the world of insurance, understanding what federal insurance fraud is can help you avoid falling into illegal practices unknowingly or getting scammed...
Read More How do pyramid schemes work?
The internet is full of ways to make “easy money.” Oftentimes, these opportunities involve signing up others who pay a fee. While some situations have some value in that they actually give you something for your money, others are little more than a pyramid scheme. Pyramid schemes have been around...
Read More 3 FAQs about wire fraud
In an era of technical advances, the internet often serves as an arena for get-rich-quick schemes and other endeavors that the law considers wire fraud. The Federal Trade reported that American consumers lost $8.8 billion to fraud in 2022. That staggering number has state and federal law enforcement agencies on...
Read More The thin line exploring the threshold for bank fraud charges
Bank fraud involves deception or dishonesty to obtain money or property from a financial institution. If convicted, you risk hefty fines and decades in jail. Your career may also be on the line, not to mention the irreversible damage to your reputation. Therefore, it helps to learn more about the...
Read More Wire fraud vs mail fraud what's the difference
Fraud is a type of white-collar crime that encompasses a variety of diverse situations and behaviors but has a single general meaning. Fraud is defined as intentionally deceiving someone with the purpose to deprive someone of their money, property or legal rights. Each sort of fraud entails distinct consequences. For...
Read More Mail fraud FAQs
Mail fraud is a commonly misunderstood charge. Nonetheless, mail fraud accusations are serious and require a high level of understanding to mount a proper defense. While there is no substitute for experienced legal counsel to handle mail fraud charges, understanding the basics is a good place to start. Here are...
Read More Yes tax crimes can still net you prison time
It’s almost that time of year again when Uncle Sam reaches out his hand for your hard-earned dollars. It is perfectly understandable that you want to take advantage of every tax break that you can — and you should. But you should never attempt to cheat on your taxes. Sure,...
Read More What exactly is securities fraud
It is important for individuals who believe that they may be under investigation for wrongdoing – as well as individuals who have been formally charged with criminal wrongdoing – to understand the exact nature of their alleged crimes. Only when the nuanced nature of the crime at issue is fully...
Read More What is inadequate disclosure
If you are trying to get people to invest in your business, you will want to paint a positive picture of the company’s performance to date (if it is already up and running) and its future prospects. Walking into a meeting room and saying, “Hi, I’ve got a company that...
Read More 2 ways people misuse other peoples personal information
If you own a business or work as an employee, there is a good chance that you need to handle customers’ personal information at some point as part of your job duties. People may intentionally or unintentionally exploit other people’s personal information in many ways. If a customer discovers that...
Read More How are tax fraud and negligence different
Overall, the IRS estimates that tax crime convictions only represent less than one percent of taxpayers each year. However, they also estimate that almost 20% of taxpayers are not in compliance with the tax code in some form. In fact, it is also more common for individual taxpayers to be...
Read More What do fake phone calls have to do with bank fraud
If you receive a call from your bank saying there is an issue with your account, you probably would not question it, especially if the number showing up belongs to your financial institution. Unfortunately, scammers have learned how to fake phone numbers so that they can make it look as...
Read More Why you do not want to get convicted of mail fraud
Mail fraud is a federal crime. To prove mail fraud, a prosecutor must show that you intended to defraud persons to get their property or money and used the mail to carry out your scheme. Using an interstate delivery service other than the U.S. postal service counts for determining if...
Read More Health care fraud conspiracy raises questions about connections
Allegations of fraud of any kind risk harm to business owners, investors and industry professionals. When the stakes are in the millions, the penalties threaten the stability of businesses through thousands of dollars worth of fines and the futures of those charged with long years of prison time. When facing...
Read More Can outsiders be guilty of insider trading
Insider trading may lead to civil or criminal charges resulting in steep penalties, prison sentences or both. Under David Triber and federal law, obtaining non-public information leading back to a company insider and acting upon it for monetary gain is illegal. You can also face civil or criminal charges even...
Read More 3 things you should know about tax evasion
The terms “tax evasion” and “tax avoidance” sound like they should be synonymous, but they are actually very different. Tax avoidance refers to using legal means to reduce the amount of taxes you owe. Tax evasion means not reporting all your income, and it is against the law. What you...
Read More Is wire fraud more of a problem than mail fraud
Fraud serves as a severe crime in whatever context it appears in. In particular, mail and wire fraud have often ended up confused for one another because of the similarities they share, but each has its own distinct definition and associated penalties. Though mail fraud topped the list of the...
Read More What are some signs of counterfeit checks
Check fraud is a serious problem, particularly because of the use of counterfeit checks. According to The Motley Fool, check fraud costs U.S. businesses billions of dollars with losses likely to continue mounting. So it is understandable if a business asks to verify your identity before you hand over a...
Read More Criminal charges against individuals committing healthcare fraud
Last week, the Department of Justice announced criminal charges against 21 individuals across the country accused of committing healthcare fraud concerning COVID-19 benefit programs. This was the most significant coordinated COVID-19 bust to date, spanning nine federal districts, and totaling over $149 million in COVID-19 false billings and theft from...
Read More Cares act fraud during the covid pandemic
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Federal government launched several programs delivering financial assistance to struggling people and businesses. For example, under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, or “CARES Act,” the Government created the Payroll Protection Program (PPP), which allocated $350 billion in forgivable loans for...
Read More How does wire fraud differ from mail fraud
Fraud is a white-collar crime that has one overall definition but several different circumstances and processes. The United States Department of Justice notes that fraud is the intentional act of misleading another with the intent to do so. Each type of fraud carries its own penalties, and there is a...
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