As a high-level professional, you may think that you are safe as long as you are not the one executing a fraudulent transaction. But under Michigan law, staying in your lane can be a dangerous legal strategy. Your liability as a party to the crime You may think that...
As a business owner, you deal with payroll constantly and act as a temporary collection agent. You withhold taxes from your employees’ paychecks and remit them to government authorities at the federal and state levels. When cash flow is tight, it can be tempting to...
When you are in a position of trust, taking funds from a company account, even if you call it "borrowing" and fully intend to pay it back, is not a simple mistake. It is the very action that defines the white collar crime of embezzlement. From a legal standpoint, the...
At the start of any case, you’re reminded of your right to an attorney. However, you may choose to give up that right. It might seem like a bold show of confidence or a way to control your case, but the decision carries far more weight than you may realize. While...
Those accused of involvement with the organized acquisition, manufacturing or distribution of drugs are likely to face felony charges. However, people involved in seemingly minor drug offenses could also potentially face felony charges in certain circumstances. For...
Miranda rights are rights recited by law enforcement – usually during an arrest. They include the right to remain silent and the right to be represented by an attorney, among others. These rights stem from the 5th Amendment of the Constitution and were established by...
Michigan has legalized marijuana for recreational use. This has been true for years, as legalization occurred in 2018 and sales began in 2019. Even before that, Michigan had a medical marijuana program, so many users were already accustomed to being able to legally...
The idea of setting your home on fire may sound unusual, but it does raise an important legal question. You might think that because you own the property, you have the freedom to do whatever you want with it. However, the law looks at fire differently, and the...
Counterfeiting is a serious crime in Michigan, and anyone involved in the production of goods needs to be aware of practices that can cross legal boundaries. Counterfeiting is not limited to fake money or forged documents. It also applies to the unauthorized...
White-collar crimes may involve a variety of different forms of financial misconduct. Professionals working in the finance and investment sectors are among those most at risk of white-collar criminal charges. Access to capital creates an opportunity for financial...