Can A New York Doctor Issue Multiple Oxycodone Prescriptions At The Same Time?

December 19, 2011

Drug diversion, particularly oxycodone, is a serious issue, which is actively enforced by the DEA and other law enforcement agencies in the New York City area. There has been an huge increase in criminal prosecutions of pain management clinics and physicians who became oxycodone mills, prescribing the drug without medical need to addict patients and [...]

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What Are The Criminal Consequences Of Bribery In New York?

December 13, 2011

Bribery comes in many forms, and describes the transfer of any item or service that has value in exchange for preferential treatment or an advantage that would not be obtained through ordinary circumstances. Aside from the ethical implications involved in bribery, this is also a crime in most circumstances and will subject you to criminal [...]

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How Can I Commit Perjury?

December 7, 2011

Perjury, simply put is lying under a sworn oath, generally but not always, in a court of law.  The lie usually either provides personal benefits the witness or results in exploitation of the justice system to obtain a false conviction.  Perjury is a federal offense and can carry penalties up to five years in prison.  [...]

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How Will A Conflict Of Interest Affect Legal Representation In A White-Collar Criminal Case?

December 6, 2011

A common issue in white-collar criminal defense cases is conflicts of interest.  Unfortunately not every lawyer can be trusted and some may even breach their standard of duty to their client.  Although standards of professional responsibility will vary from state to state, the ABA Code of Professional Responsibility will give you an idea of unethical [...]

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What Are The Federal Laws Related To Bank Fraud?

December 4, 2011

Bank fraud is a federal offense and those suspected of such crimes will be tried in federal court.  Bank fraud refers to a wide number of fraudulent techniques, including counterfeiting checks, credit card fraud and forging financial information to steal money. The many of the federal statutes, found in Title 18 of the United States [...]

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Can I sue the government?

December 2, 2011

Sovereign immunity is the privilege that exempts state and federal government from lawsuits.  Under ordinary circumstances, the sovereign government must consent to be sued.  The federal government has waived its sovereign immunity under the Federal Tort Claims Act and allows parties to sue the US government for those acting on behalf of the government.  The [...]

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What is the New York Immunity Statute?

December 2, 2011

Federal law ensures that no person can be compelled against himself or herself in a court of law if such statements would incriminate or implicate them in current or future prosecution.  New York’s laws however, require a potential witness to give all requested evidence to the grand jury, regardless of the possibility that the evidence [...]

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Can I Stay A Civil Case Against Me If There Is A Criminal Case Pending Against Me At The Same Time?

November 24, 2011

In certain white-collar cases a party may be involved in a civil or administrative case and at the same time be subject to criminal prosecution, and both civil and criminal actions arise from the same conduct. The problem is when the party is faced with answering pleadings or discovery demands in the civil case. Complying [...]

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What Tax Issues Can Become Subject To Criminal Prosecution?

November 22, 2011

Besides trivial tax cheating, there are a number of taxes that the federal government may subject the violator to criminal prosecution. Excise taxes – failing to pay appropriate taxes on liquor and drugs will be subject to criminal prosecution.  Even illegal drugs are subject to stamp taxes.  This provides a unique conundrum for drug dealers.  [...]

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What Conduct Can Be Prosecuted As Bribery in Employee Benefits Plans In Long Island?

November 20, 2011

Bribery and graft in relation to employee benefit plans is a serious matter that involves the abuse of a position, as an administrator, officer or other trusted individual that has been entrusted with managing critical funds.  One can also be prosecuted for bribing, coercing or otherwise convincing an administrator to commit fraud on an employee [...]

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