Stalking is a criminal act that can lead to serious problems. It's imperative that anyone who is trying to remain in contact with a loved one or friend do so in a lawful manner.There are several things that can be construed as stalking, so understanding the ins and...
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Understand and protect yourself against prescription fraud
Prescription fraud is a big problem in the medical field, because it could mean that restricted prescriptions are making it out into the general population in large amounts. As a medical provider, it is your responsibility to understand if and when a patient should...
What does Michigan law say about drug manufacturing?
The manufacturing of controlled substances is illegal, and, therefore, anyone who is found to be cultivating or manufacturing illegal drugs in Michigan could be subjected to severe consequences. If you are found guilty of manufacturing a drug or even having the intent...
Do improper deductions on a business return constitute tax fraud?
People who own or manage small businesses are often eager to reduce their expenses and increase their profit margin. There are many ways for a business to keep costs low, and tax avoidance is often among those strategies.Businesses can claim a wide range of deductions...
Medicaid fraud: A problem for patients, care providers, insurers
Medicaid provides necessary health coverage to many people in the United States. It provides coverage to the elderly, pregnant women, children, low-income adults and many others. Not everyone is able to qualify for Medicaid.One possible fraudulent act that could occur...
Eyewitnesses are incredibly unreliable
Should we even use eyewitness testimony in the courtroom? To some, the question seems astounding. It's one of the most common types of evidence. When an eyewitness comes forward to share their account, it can drastically change a court case. For even longer than the...
What are the different types of Medicare fraud?
Medicare fraud is a huge problem across the United States. There are many forms of Medicare and Medicaid fraud, but the action usually involves some form of identity theft. Therefore, people can fall victim to identity fraud because they have their Medicare number or...
Facing tax evasion charges
Tax evasion is one of the most consequential white collar criminal charges a person may face. Many people worry that they may never recover if they find themselves under investigation for tax fraud, which is certainly a reasonable fear without a strong legal defense....
The law on porch piracy in Michigan
Since the rise of the online shopping industry, porch piracy, or the stealing of packages on a person's doorstep, has become an increasing problem across the U.S. The holiday season is a particularly popular time for criminals to engage in mail theft through the...
Drug middlemen can face felony charges
Several suspects have emerged as potential police targets in the drug-related death of a Grand Rapids woman. The 27-year-old victim died in July on a piece of playground equipment in a city park after injecting a mixture of heroin laced with fentanyl.A woman who...