California companies both big and small try to keep an eye out for embezzlement. It happens more than people may assume, and it has the power to topple a business or non-profit organization, which is why the state imposes harsh penalties for those convicted of...
A solicitation for a product or service could arrive in the mail, and the deal might seem too good to turn down. Unfortunately, the flyer mailed to a California residence might support a mail fraud scheme. Anyone running a scheme that uses the post office to...
Counterfeit medicine is intentionally and fraudulently labeled with the incorrect drug name and source. The main reason is to commit pharmaceutical fraud by selling a product at a higher price than it's worth. Counterfeit medicine has different ways of affecting...
On April 30, a jury in California found the former vice president of IT operations at Netflix guilty for an alleged bribery scheme. The 52-year-old man was then sentenced on Dec. 14 to serve 30 months in prison and forfeit $700,000. He was also ordered to pay a...
A federal grand jury in California indicted a woman on 15 counts related to an alleged $3 million embezzlement scheme. The 47-year-old woman was arrested in early November for activities that are believed to have taken place between 2017 and 2019. Unauthorized...
Prescription medication is incredibly dangerous in California if it is not used correctly. Painkillers like prescription opiates have contributed to the massive opiate addiction crisis in the US, and other prescription medications have similar addictive risks. There...
Embezzlement and double-dipping affect practically every industry and type of employer in California. An individual or company can have an entire account wiped out by a professional who defrauds them. Every employer and employee should know the significance of both...
If you are facing bribery charges in California, you should know the type of bribery you are accused of committing and the potential penalties. Here's what you need to know. What is bribery in California? According to California statutes, a bribe is something offered,...
There are many types of white-collar crimes. Laws prohibit wire fraud, embezzlement, insider trading and various schemes. Those charged with these and other felonies may find themselves inside a California federal courtroom facing significant prison time. Not all...
Employees who stealthily offer or receive something valued at more than $1,000 in exchange for a benefit can be charged with commercial bribery. If such a fraudulent transaction is conducted without the employer's permission or knowledge, it is an illegal act with...
