When accused of certain forms of unlawful activity, it might not be uncommon for some individuals in Wisconsin and elsewhere to struggle to fully grasp the situation. Offenses such as extortion can come in various forms and knowing what constitutes as such an act...

White Collar Crimes
Investigation leads to identity theft and fraud charges for 1
Many companies make a variety of financial transactions nearly every day and they may even hire employees to help with such endeavors. When company records show discrepancies in business finances, owners may be tasked with initiating an investigation into the...
Why is insider trading illegal?
Wisconsin residents like you may partake in trading within the stock market. If you do that, it is important to understand how the stock market works. For example, the law considers some actions of trade illegal. One of these actions is insider trading. You may have...
What makes white collar crimes different?
White collar crime is different in many ways from other types of crime. These crimes are financial in nature. They do not involve violence. The main thing that makes them different, though, is the people who commit these crimes are not the stereotypical criminal. ...
Common types of white collar crimes and their punishment
Not all crimes deal with violence or drugs. White collar crimes are common, and they typically involve behavior that scams the victims, such as individuals, financial institutions or the government, out of money. There are certain types of crimes that are more common,...
Examining what leads to white collar crime
When people hear about the conduct of criminals in Milwaukee, they may agree that while a bit shocking and at times disturbing, there are often skewed explanations for why criminals behave the way they do. But what about white-collar crime? Why is it that business...
White collar crimes: 1 facing felony forgery charges in Wisconsin
While many consumers may choose the convenience of paying for purchases with cash or a debit card, some still use personal checks to pay for a variety of items. Some stores may even allow customers to write checks for larger purchases, and if a check fails to clear...
White collar crimes: Man pleads not guilty to embezzlement
When a business feels as though certain amounts of revenue have been misplaced, it may wish to further investigate the matter. In some cases, a company may seek to place the blame on an employee, and a similar situation could leave a person facing allegations of white...
White collar crimes: Man accused of embezzling over $100,000
A 54-year-old man is reportedly facing numerous felony charges after allegedly embezzling over $100,000 while employed at the University of Wisconsin. Being accused of white collar crimes of this nature can be a stressful and harrowing experience. Those who face...
1 facing multiple white collar crimes charges in Wisconsin
When a company begins to experience periods of financial strain, its owners may wish to determine the root of its struggles. In some cases, a company might attempt to find someone on which to lay the blame, and the investigation can leave an employee accused of white...