No matter what form it takes, fraud is a serious and very complex criminal matter. You could face fraud charges because of a mix-up, an accident, or something you didn’t even realize was happening. If you’re accused of fraud involving a bank, the government, or any federal law, agencies like the FBI will look into…
An internal investigation at work can feel like a huge shock. You might have years of education and experience, but that usually doesn’t prepare you for how sudden, stressful, and confusing an investigation can be. Internal investigations can happen for many reasons, but one of the main goals is usually to find out quickly if…
If you are a pharmacy owner, pharmaceutical manufacturer, physician, or someone who can access controlled prescription medications, you are, hopefully, familiar with the regulatory requirements for safeguarding the drugs under your control and keeping accurate records. The U.S. Department of Justice, under the cloak of the Drug Enforcement Administration, investigates possible cases where prescription drugs…
The Texas Medical Board makes sure that doctors in the state follow the rules and provide safe, ethical medical care. Under Texas law, the Medical Board can investigate and discipline doctors who violate the Medical Practice Act or board regulations. Since 2015, patient complaints have almost doubled statewide, and Texas doctors are being brought before…
Being accused of wire fraud or bank fraud in Texas is a serious matter. These federal crimes involve using deception to take money or assets from a bank or through an electronic transfer. Law enforcement agencies at both the federal and state levels treat these offenses with great seriousness due to the financial damage they…
Once the Texas Medical Board receives a formal complaint, it jumpstarts an official enforcement process. After determining whether or not it has jurisdiction, in the sense that the complaint is brought against someone licensed by the Texas Medical Board, the Board initiates the process of evaluating if there is enough evidence to support claims of…
Federal investigations of white collar crimes can quickly become overwhelming. One day, all is as it should be; the next, federal agents are sticking a subpoena on your door, or demanding documents and asking invasive questions. The worst part? White collar cases do not move quickly. They are slow-moving, extensively detailed, and can drag on…
Federal healthcare fraud investigations are usually incited by informants who, for whatever reason, have found themselves in a position where they feel it necessary to provide the government with information about fraudulent billing practices. Oftentimes, these informants are whistleblowers who will confidentially feed the government information that has the power to open an investigation. Federal…
The integrity of many professions relies heavily on the supervision and management of professional licensing boards. These boards ensure that professionals provide effective and safe public services and maintain ethical standards. In addition to being able to grant professional licenses, a licensing board also has the authority to discipline licensees and enforce regulations. If you…
U.S. mail and wire fraud statutes are among the most complex to understand. They require a thorough understanding of detailed legal principles and how they apply to each client’s unique case. These white-collar offenses, which tend to be prosecuted aggressively by federal authorities, can come with life-changing consequences, such as incarceration, significant economic penalties, and…
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