Image - Morguefile We often hear the term “assault and battery,” but not many know the difference between the two. Assault and battery are similar, but there are a few differences in their legal definitions and they are considered separate charges. You can be guilty of assault without even physically striking another person. This makes [...]
Image - Morguefile The term “white-collar crime” may not be part of your everyday vocabulary, but as a citizen of this country, it’s important to understand this type of crime. White-collar crime refers to nonviolent crimes committed by business or government professionals who are usually usually motivated by some sort of financial gain. In layman’s [...]
Image - morguefile Traffic violations are very common. If you’re a frequent driver, you are likely to find yourself with a parking or speeding ticket at some point. But sometimes the process of righting the situation can be complicated. You may find your ticket is confusing to read and you can’t figure out where to [...]
If you’re behind in paying your bills, or a creditor’s record incorrectly says you are, a debt collector may be contacting you. This sounds frightening, but it’s important to take action to make the most of your rights and handle the situation correctly. A debt collector is a professional who regularly collects money owed to [...]
As hardworking Americans, many of us spend over half our waking hours at the office, so it’s no surprise that disputes within the workplace are common. Harassment, discrimination, and other issues arise in workplaces large and small, sometimes after years of contented employment. Luckily, if you are facing any type of employee dispute within your [...]
Photo Credit: StockMonkeys.com Whether you’re accusing someone of money laundering, you’ve been accused or convicted of this crime, or you’re a witness to a money laundering investigation, you must seek guidance from a New Jersey money laundering attorney. For a white-collar crime lawyer you can trust with all of your legal needs and questions, turn [...]
First off, what is copyright infringement? It’s the act of encroaching on the exclusive rights held by the owner of a copyright. If you’ve been charged with copyright infringement, or you intend to sue for copyright infringement, take care! You won’t be able to safely settle this dispute without a reputable New Jersey copyright infringement [...]
What is embezzlement? It’s defined as theft or misappropriation of funds placed in one’s trust, or belonging to one’s employer. If you are charged with embezzlement, that means there must be: A fiduciary relationship between two parties, or one party relying on the other. Acquired property through the relationship. Ownership of the property, or a [...]
Forgery is the act of producing a copy of a signature, document, banknote, or work of art. As a teenager, you may have forged your parent’s signature to get out of school early. If you got caught, the consequences may have seemed severe, but in reality, they were nothing compared to forging a document with [...]
Both the federal government and individual states have many laws surrounding fraudulent activity. Have you been charged with a fraud crime? Your case could be considered a state crime or a federal crime, depending on the circumstances. Or you could be in violation of both a state and federal crime, and you could be prosecuted [...]