How to Effectively Fight Business Fraud Charges March 28, 2022
The World of Business Fraud
No matter what the charges may be, being accused of business fraud is no walk in the park. Federal prosecutors do not take these cases lightly, and the full weight of the government will be put upon you.
Here is everything you need to know about business fraud and how to properly fight the charges.
Business Fraud consists of a wide variety of charges and can be levied for both internal and external activities that result in the alleged harm brought upon the accusers. To get a better understanding of what Business Fraud is, let’s see how the FBI defines it.
Business fraud consists of dishonest and illegal activities perpetrated by individuals or companies to provide an advantageous financial outcome to those persons or establishments. Also known as corporate fraud, these schemes often appear under the guise of legitimate business practices.
This definition opens the door to many crimes that can fall under the labeling of business fraud, many of which we will outline in this next section.
Business Fraud can take many forms. Below are common charges that are brought upon those accused of Business Fraud.
Tax Fraud
Payroll Fraud
Skimming/Asset Misappropriation
Financial Statement/Accounting Fraud
Theft of Intellectual Property
Bribery/Corruption/Quid Pro Quo
Keep in mind that this list is not exhaustive and that individuals can be prosecuted for other types of crimes that involve the use of a business to advance stakeholders in a non-ethical matter.
Being charged with Business Fraud is no joke. When the government points its finger at you and those involved accusing you of such crimes, a lot will be at stake.
First and foremost, your job is on the line. If your boss catches wind that you and your party are engaging in Business Fraud, you will most likely be subject to termination from the company. This will likely place you in a position with an overwhelming amount of stress as your financial stability is now in jeopardy.
Additionally, the allegation will bring stress to your family and friends. Whether they choose to stay by your side or disassociate from you, the investigation will bring additional stress into multiple lives.
Lastly, you can face serious jail time. Depending on the severity of the crime, individuals can face up to 30 years in prison and pay hundreds of thousands of dollars in damages for the crimes allegedly committed.
The moment you find out that you are being investigated for Business Fraud, contact a criminal defense attorney immediately.
Hiring a skilled and competent fraud defense lawyer with a forensic accounting team at their disposal will grant you the best chance at fighting the prosecution and obtaining the best results. A criminal defense lawyer will be a source of comfort for the accused and their family during these troubling times, and they will guide you every step of the way during this process.
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