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What will embezzlement charges mean for you?

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Facing criminal charges is a grave threat to your future, especially when you are up against white collar criminal allegations, such as embezzlement. While a white collar case lacks an element of violence, these are not victimless crimes, and the federal government takes these cases seriously. You should take your situation seriously as well.  Embezzlement … Read more

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The implications of bank fraud charges

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A conviction of any type of white collar crime can result in penalties that will alter the direction of your future. You could spend time behind bars and suffer other consequences that will affect your long-term opportunities, personal freedom and reputation. Bank fraud is a common type of white collar crime, and if you are … Read more

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Did you know sober people can fail field sobriety tests?

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Are you under the impression that field sobriety tests are definitive indicators of intoxication? Do you believe that you are required to participate in these tests if asked by a police officer? If you answer yes to either or both of these questions, keep reading. First, field sobriety tests are not as accurate as you … Read more

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Ryan Beasley selected for inclusion to the 2020 South Carolina Super Lawyers list

This month Ryan was selected for inclusion to the 2020 South Carolina Super Lawyers list for 2020 in the Criminal Defense category. This recognition is a really high honor, not only because of the title, but also because of how it is decided. Super Lawyers recognizes the best lawyers in the state through a rigorous … Read more

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PPE fraud on the rise during the pandemic

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One of the most important Senate hearings of the year happened last week, and I can guarantee that you likely missed it. Don’t worry, there was a lot happening in the news. Even the media barely noticed the hearing with the mundane, even benign, title of “COVID-19 Fraud: Law Enforcement’s Response to Those Exploiting the … Read more

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Drug use can harm higher education opportunities

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You worked hard to get into the college of your choice. You even earned a scholarship or received federal aid to help you pay for it. Life was going great, and then it happened. You found yourself charged with illegal drug use. Now, you are wondering how this may affect everything. The state of South … Read more

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Doctor at the center of prescription drug case is going to prison

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Medical providers in South Carolina and elsewhere try to do what they believe is best for their patients. In doing so, though, they sometimes cross lines that can have criminal consequences. If convicted, those consequences can be severe. Recently, a doctor in a nearby state received a prison sentence for the illegal distribution of prescription … Read more

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The CARES Act and Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Fraud

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The CARES Act was designed to help people and businesses survive through the Covid-19 pandemic. With it came the PPP, or Paycheck Protection Program. This specific item was created to provide financial support to small businesses based on their monthly expenses, number of employees, etc. We know that a program like PPP can be easy … Read more

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Those facing federal charges may not see their cases go to trial

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If charged with a federal crime, you may think there is little you can do to help your situation. The good news is that isn’t true. When facing federal charges, the sooner you act, the better because more defense options may be open to you early on. For most South Carolina residents, the idea of … Read more

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Insurance fraud: is it serious?

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Allegations of a financial crime could result in serious penalties for you, including the possibility of spending time behind bars. There are many types of white-collar crime, and insurance fraud is one of them. If you recently filed a major claim, you could find that this leads to questions about the nature of your claim … Read more

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