Category Archives: White Collar Crime
What Triggers A Federal Mail Fraud Investigation?
Federal mail fraud investigations are typically initiated when investigators, regulators, or financial institutions identify specific concerns. In our experience representing clients in Galveston and Houston, many are surprised by how early government involvement can occur, often well before any arrest. Even a single mailing, billing practice, or business communication that appears deceptive or misleading… Read More »
When Does A Billing Error Become Federal Healthcare Fraud?
At Mark Diaz & Associates, we work with many medical professionals, office managers, and business owners who never imagined they would be facing criminal charges. One of the most common areas where this happens is in healthcare billing. What might start as a minor documentation mistake or coding error can quickly trigger a federal… Read More »
How Serious Are White Collar Crimes in Galveston County?
You can search all you want in the Texas Penal Code for information on what constitutes a white-collar crime, but your efforts will be for naught if you use this terminology. There are no provisions that mention the schemes that are commonly associated with high-up executives and business leaders, which is where the phrase… Read More »
Galveston Criminal Defense Attorney Discusses White Collar Crime
What Is White Collar Crime? The easiest way to put it is that white collar crime generally involves some type of fraud. It generally has a financial motive. There are a lot of ways to commit what people call white-collar crimes. What is important to note is that white-collar crime isn’t a section of… Read More »
