White collar crimes are serious legal allegations. In South Carolina, the conduct that can constitute a while collar crime can range from alleged deceit in the procurement of a diploma to using telecommunications devices to commit fraud. At the heart of many white collar crimes is a claim of dishonest conduct that results in the…
Read MoreArrests for driving under the influence in South Carolina is often categorized in a certain way with the alleged DUI driver negatively perceived as reckless, irresponsible and a danger to others. While this is an easy assumption to make, just because a person is arrested and charged does not automatically imply guilt. For residents of…
Read MoreDrug charges can threaten nearly every aspect of your life. Upon conviction, you might be hit with financially ruinous fines, devastation to your reputation, a job-killing criminal record, and long-term incarceration. We don’t say that to scare you but to instead motivate you to build the strongest criminal defense that you can to protect yourself…
Read MoreWhite-collar crimes in South Carolina include several nonviolent felonies the offender commits for personal gain. They take their name from the white-collar workers who tend to commit them, often by taking advantage of their position. An example of a white-collar crime is a Ponzi scheme, which often gets confused with pyramid schemes. Definition of Ponzi…
Read MoreWhite-collar crimes in South Carolina include several categories of non-violent actions like money laundering, ID theft and tax fraud. It involves the perpetrator knowingly and willfully trying to deceive to benefit themselves. These crimes come with fines and may include prison terms, but they aren’t always committed intentionally. Tax fraud vs. evasion According to statistics,…
Read MoreThe state of South Carolina has harsh penalties for anyone caught driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Unfortunately, studies have shown that many people continue to drive under the influence after racking up a DUI charge or two. Repeat offenders are some of the most dangerous people on the road. What are the…
Read MoreWhen it comes to reporting an auto accident in South Carolina or other states around the country, it is incredibly important to ensure that you are reporting accurate information. Failure to do so can lead you to be accused and charged with committing auto insurance fraud. In fact, insurance companies around the nation take this…
Read MoreReceiving kickbacks is still a very real crime being committed in South Carolina and across the country. Understandably, this is often confused with bribery, which is similar but not the same. Bribery is something of value given upfront, whereas kickbacks are usually a reward for something which has already been done. But, of course, there…
Read MoreWe often think of gratitude on Thanksgiving Day. It is a day to gather and offer thanks. It is not just a day. It is THE day for Americans. It’s a tradition that started before our nation’s founding and has been part of our culture for as long as anyone alive can remember. Parades, turkey,…
Read MoreAs most people know, felony criminal charges typically have the possibility of steeper consequences if a person faces a conviction. In some cases, crimes that often fall into the category of a misdemeanor charge could increase to a felony if certain details apply. As a result, it is always wise to fully understand any allegation…
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