Category Archives: White Collar Crime
Former Lawyer Charged With Federal Crime In Embezzlement Case
On December 21st, 2023, Bloomberg Law News reported that a lawyer has been arrested and charged with a federal crime for allegedly embezzling in excess of $1 million from his former law firm. The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that Jason R. Caraway—a former partner at the Caraway, Fisher & Broombaugh, P.C. law firm… Read More »
Woman In Central Florida Sentences In COVID-19 Relief Funds Fraud Case
On December 14th, 2023, Yahoo News reported that a Central Florida woman was sentenced to federal prison for her role in a COVID-19 fraud case. The United States Attorneys’ Office for the Middle District of Florida has confirmed that 31-year-old Passion Jackson of Ocala, FL has been sentenced to two years in federal prison… Read More »
Former Insurance Agent In Florida Gets 15 Year Prison Sentence In White Collar Fraud Case
On February 2nd, 2024, the Florida Record reported that a federal district court judge in Central Florida has sentenced Phillip Roy Wasserman to serve 15 years in state prison. Mr. Wasserman was convicted of carrying out a complex white collar fraud scheme, involving investment fraud, wire fraud, and tax fraud. He was also ordered… Read More »
Man From Florida Arrested, Charged With Election Fraud Offense In Kansas
According to a report from the Tampa Bay Times, George Andrews—a 30-year-old man from Dade City, Florida—has been arrested and charged with an election fraud offense in Kansas. Mr. Andrews stands accused of forging signatures on a petition for ballot access for the “No Labels” party. Here, our Orlando white collar criminal defense lawyer… Read More »
Doctor In Florida Arrested, Charged As Part Of Alleged Drug Distribution Scheme
According to a report from NBC News Channel 8, a doctor in Hernando County has been arrested as part of an investigation into an alleged drug distribution scheme. Her granddaughter is also facing serious criminal charges. Within this article, our Orlando white collar criminal defense attorney explains what we know about the charges filed… Read More »
White Collar Crime: Florida Executive Pleads Guilty In $110 Million Medicare Fraud Scheme
According to a report from Hoodline, an executive from Florida has entered a guilty plea in a $110 million Medicare fraud case in a federal court in Boston, Massachusetts. Steven Richardson—a 40-year-old man from Broward County, Florida—pleaded guilty to a single count of federal conspiracy to commit health care fraud. Here, our Orlando white… Read More »
What Is Racketeering?
Racketeering is a very serious, but often misunderstood criminal charge. If you or your loved one is facing allegations of illicit racketeering, it is crucial that you know what you are being accused of, the penalties that you could face, and the potential defense strategies that are available. Here, our Orlando white collar criminal… Read More »
Tax Preparer Sentenced To Prison In White Collar Fraud Case In Florida
On February 26th, 2024, Bloomberg Law reported that Phedson Dore—a tax preparer from Florida—was sentenced to two years in prison in a federal tax fraud case. Mr. Dore and his co-conspirator were convicted of filing hundreds of false tax returns over a three year period. Here, our Orlando white collar criminal defense lawyer highlights… Read More »
Daughter Of Former Mayor In Broward County Facing Serious Felony Fraud Charges
On January 3rd, 2024, the Miami Herald reported that Richelle Holness —the daughter of the former mayor of Broward, Florida—is facing serious federal felony fraud charges. She is facing a conspiracy to commit wire fraud charge after allegedly defrauding her father’s campaign donors out of thousands of dollars. In this article, our Orlando white… Read More »
Florida Man Arrested And Charged With Wire Fraud And Aggravated Identity Theft
On January 11th, 2024, the United States Attorneys’ Office for the Middle District of Florida announced that Noah Michael Urban—a 19-year-old man from Palm Coast, Florida—has been arrested and charged with a white collar crime. The defendant in this federal case is now facing a felony wire fraud charge and a felony aggravated identity… Read More »
White Collar Criminal Charge: Former CEO Gets Two Years In Prison For “Cherry-Picking” Crypto Futures Fraud Scheme
On January 19th, 2024, Investment Executive reported that Peter Kambolin—the former owner and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Florida-based commodities Systematic Alpha Management LLC —will serve two years in prison for his role in a cryptocurrency fraud scheme. Here, our Orlando white collar criminal defense lawyer discusses the charges in more detail. The Allegations:… Read More »
Is A Ponzi Scheme A Crime?
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) defines a Ponzi scheme as a form of “investment fraud that pays existing investors with funds collected from new investors.” Investors can file a civil claim against the responsible party to seek financial relief for their damages. Beyond that, the person(s) responsible for a Ponzi scheme can face… Read More »
Contractor In Florida Convicted Of COVID-19 Fraud
On January 16th, 2024, the United States District Attorneys’ Office for the Southern District of Florida announced that a contractor from Miami-Dade County has been convicted of a serious white collar felony charge for COVID-19 fraud. Here, our Orlando white collar criminal defense lawyer provides a detailed overview of the allegations raised and the… Read More »
Four Traits To Look For In A White Collar Criminal Defense Lawyer In Florida
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) defines a white collar crime as “non-violent offenses” that typically have “a financial motive.” That is not to say that a white collar criminal case is a minor issue. Many of these crimes are felony criminal charges that carry the risk for significant prison time. You need an… Read More »
Man Accused In Multi-Million Dollar Fraud Case Arrested In Florida
According to a report from 8 News Now, a man who has been accused of preparing a multi-state, multi-million dollar insurance fraud scheme was arrested in Florida. William Mize, who was a fugitive, is facing felony federal fraud charges. In this article, our Orlando white collar criminal defense lawyer provides an overview of the… Read More »
Will A Doctor Lose Their Medical License If Convicted Of A Crime In Florida?
Are you a doctor who is facing a criminal charge in Florida? There is a lot on the line in your case. Your rights, your freedom, and even your career could be at risk. You may be wondering: Does a doctor lose their medical license if they are convicted of a crime? The answer… Read More »
What Criminal Charges Could A Doctor Face For Writing A False Prescription In Florida?
Prescription medications are powerful, highly regulated controlled substances. They must be written by a licensed physician. What happens if a doctor misuses their right to prescribe medication? In Florida, they could be charged with a serious criminal offense, potentially even a felony. In this article, our Orlando white collar criminal defense lawyer explains the… Read More »
Two Florida Nonprofit Executives Charged With Grand Theft, Fraud
According to a report from ABC 7 Southwest Florida, two Florida nonprofit executives—Tiffany Carr 54 and Patricia Duarte—are facing serious criminal charges for allegedly defrauding their organization, the Florida Coalition Against Domestic Violence (FCADV). Here, our Orlando white collar criminal defense attorney provides a more detailed overview of the allegations and the charges filed… Read More »
Florida Pool Company Owner Charged With White Collar Fraud
According to a report from the South Florida Business Journal, the owner of a pool company in Florida has been charged with several different white collar fraud offenses James Ivan Staten Jr. stands accused of billing customers out of at least $1.5 million. He was the owner and operator of Olympus Pools—a now bankrupt… Read More »
South Florida Real Estate Agent Sentenced In PPP Fraud Case
According to a report from The Real Deal, Daniela Rendon—a real estate agent from Miami—has been sentenced to serve three years and five months in prison in a COVID-19 fraud case. Earlier this year, Ms. Rendon was convicted of defrauding the federal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) out of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Within… Read More »
Florida Woman Arrested, Charged With Stealing More Than $300,000 From Own Grandmother
According to a report from the Belleville News-Democrat, a Florida woman is facing a felony federal criminal charge in Illinois for allegedly stealing more than $300,000 from her own grandmother. Tanya M. Aboseada, 38, is facing wire fraud charges. Within this blog post, our Orlando white collar criminal defense lawyer explains what we know… Read More »
Florida Couple Arrested In Connection With Alleged $2 Million COVID-19 Fraud
According to a report from ABC News, a Florida couple is facing felony charges in connection with a multi-million dollar COVID-19 fraud scheme. Timothy Craig Jolloff and Lisa Ann Jolloff 56—both of Southwest Florida—are facing federal charges for obtaining an unlawful Economic Injury Disaster Loan. In this blog post, our Orlando white collar criminal… Read More »
Can You Be Charged With Embezzlement In Florida If You Are Not An Employee?
Embezzlement is a serious white collar offense. It involves a person abusing a position of trust to steal money or property. While a significant number of embezzlement charges are filed against employees, you can be arrested and charged with embezzlement even if you are not an employee of the alleged victim. Here, our Orlando… Read More »
Former Florida State Lawmaker Pleads Guilty In A COVID-19 Fraud Case
According to a report from CNN, Joseph Harding—a former Florida state representative—pleaded guilty to a COVID-19 fraud charge. Mr. Harding obtained more than $150,000 in improper COVID-19 relief loans from the Small Business Administration (SBA). He will be sentenced later this year. Here, our Orlando white collar defense attorney discusses the charges filed in… Read More »
Mother And Daughter Duo In Lake County, FL Charged With Insurance Fraud
A mother/daughter duo are now facing a number of different counts of criminal insurance fraud in Central Florida. According to a report from Click Orlando, Jessica Chechile and Heather Steverson are facing a collective 200+ counts of insurance fraud related to a scheme that they have been running for at least eight months. Here,… Read More »
