Federal Crimes

The tax codes in the United States are complex and confusing, and it is not always easy to understand all of the factors that determine how much one will have to pay to the government. If you have ever done your own taxes, you know firsthand the intricacies and...

The conviction of any crime has the potential to alter certain aspects of your life, especially if the crime carries a potential penalty of jail time. Federal charges are particularly serious as a conviction will likely lead to time in a federal facility. Any amount...

Financial struggles can affect every area of your life, including your physical health and your personal relationships. If you are dealing with overwhelming debt, you have probably tried several ways to get your budget back in the black, including bankruptcy. A...

When the housing market is doing well, it can be tempting to do everything in your power to secure the house of your dreams. However, it is important to still operate carefully within the confines of the law. Accusations of mortgage fraud can easily derail your...

The health care industry is one of the most complex and deeply layered institutions in the country. Governed by countless laws and driven by endless paperwork, both patients and health care professionals often find themselves confounded by the rules and regulations....

In the middle of a criminal investigation, police want to ask you some questions. Perhaps you are not under arrest, but do you have a relationship or association with someone suspected of a crime? Do you have some knowledge of the events related to the crime? If you...

By now you have probably received your W-2s, 1099s, 1098s or other appropriate tax forms in the mail or electronically. Like many, you may dread the thought of preparing your taxes, especially if you are confident you will owe the government even more money.   Just...

Nearly everyone who has a computer has received an email from some stranger with a sad or frightening story about why they desperately need money or some other kind of help involving the receiver’s bank account information. Although people still fall for this old...

If you are in debt over your head, chances are the option of filing for bankruptcy has crossed your mind. Bankruptcy can provide a much needed fresh start for those who are overwhelmed with debt, and the law offers several different methods for seeking debt relief...

Obtaining a mortgage for a real estate purchase can be complicated and confusing. This is why it often takes many months between filing an application and the day of closing on the loan. Because some may take advantage of the complexities of the mortgage process and...