Embezzlement, the misappropriation of funds that were entrusted to you, is a serious accusation to face. Embezzlement happens when someone uses funds for a purpose other than what they were intended for. Here’s an example. If your client gives you money to invest in a...
A simple rule of thumb to avoid many sex charges on a college campus is simply to always get consent. Never assume you have it. Never pressure someone into something they don’t want to do. Just ask them beforehand, get consent, and then proceed based on what they told...
People who are involved in illegal activities may have to make it appear that the money they’re earning is coming from a legitimate source. The process of doing this is known as money laundering. Unfortunately, the prevalence of money laundering can make innocent...
Did you know that filling in a mortgage application incorrectly could land you in court? If the lender believes your errors were intentional, they could claim mortgage fraud. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) defines mortgage fraud as one of three things....