West Palm Beach White-Collar Crime Attorneys

Medicare and Medicaid fraud investigations include fraudulent billing practices, kickback schemes, and falsification of medical records. Healthcare professionals accused of these crimes face not only criminal penalties but also the potential loss of their licenses and exclusion from participation in federal healthcare programs.

From illegal activities such as insider trading and stock manipulation to Ponzi schemes, we've successfully defended clients against all manner of complex securities fraud charges. Individuals accused of such crimes are often targeted by both the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ).

Real estate fraud encompasses various fraudulent activities in the real estate market, including property-flipping schemes, falsified loan applications, and foreclosure fraud. These cases can result in significant financial losses and are often prosecuted aggressively. We work to expose weaknesses in the prosecution's case and advocate for reduced penalties or dismissal of charges.

Embezzlement occurs when someone in a position of trust, such as an employee or corporate officer, misappropriates funds for personal gain.

These cases often hinge on detailed financial records, and our white-collar crime lawyers are skilled at interpreting these records to provide an effective defense, whether through demonstrating a lack of intent or challenging the prosecution’s interpretation of the evidence.

Money laundering involves various procedures for making illegally gained proceeds appear legal. This is often associated with other offenses like drug trafficking or organized crime. Money laundering charges can have severe consequences, including lengthy prison sentences and substantial fines.

Charges of bribery and corruption involve offering or receiving something of value to influence the actions of a public official or business decision. These charges can damage reputations and careers even if they don’t result in a conviction.

Our defense strategies include scrutinizing the prosecution’s evidence for weaknesses or inconsistencies and advocating for dismissal or reduction of charges.

Failing to report income, falsifying deductions, or hiding assets to avoid tax obligations can lead to serious criminal charges. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) often conducts thorough investigations in these cases.

Our white-collar crime attorneys work to identify procedural errors in the investigation and challenge the government’s case based on insufficient evidence or lack of intent.

Identity theft involves using someone else’s personal information, such as Social Security numbers or credit card details, to commit fraud. These charges are often linked with other crimes, such as credit card fraud or bank fraud.

Our defense strategies focus on proving a lack of involvement or mistaken identity and scrutinizing the methods used by authorities to identify suspects.

These charges involve using electronic communications or mail services to carry out fraudulent schemes. The federal government takes these offenses seriously and prosecutes them to the full extent of the law.

Our capable legal team can employ a comprehensive defense strategy that challenges the interpretation of communications and transactions, aiming to have your charges reduced or dismissed.