With all of the consequential decisions rendered by the U.S. Supreme Court lately under their so-called “shadow docket,” it can be easy to forget that the high court is not officially back in session until October. Not long after the court returns for the fall...
Investment and other financial professionals have a duty to act in what they believe to be the best interests of their clients. This isn’t just an ethical responsibility – it’s a legal one. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has strict regulations and...
When you are dealing with an illness, you may want to carry your prescription with you. For example, if you go to university and won’t be home during the day, you may have prescriptions that require you to take the medication a few times while you’ll be away. You may...
For someone who is accused of a federal crime, such as a gun crime, being able to access bail, and pay it, is important to avoid unnecessary jail time. Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick has stepped forward to emphasize that judges and prosecutors should have the option...
If you’ve watched enough crime shows on television, you’ve probably heard the phrase “motive, means and opportunity” tossed around in fictional courtrooms a few times as if those are a trifecta of ingredients that have to be proven for the prosecution to convict. In...
When someone is the subject of a federal investigation, the investigators may believe they will divulge sensitive information over the phone. If they’re looking for evidence to back up their case, you can imagine that this is a popular way to get it. But can they...
When the state accuses you of a crime, you have the right to an attorney. More than that, you have a right to adequate representation -- not just a lawyer sitting next to you. When you hire a lawyer to defend you, you expect that they will fight for you and protect...
To many people, health care fraud seems like a victimless crime. Many medical practices operate on a narrow margin, meaning they need to produce as much revenue as possible. Insurance contracts often limit what a medical provider can charge for their services, which...
You may have heard that New York legalized marijuana, and it is true that you can legally buy small amounts and even have them on your person. For 2.9 ounces or less, there is no longer a penalty. Recreational use of the drug is more freely done than ever before. But...
When people think of bribery and public corruption, they often think of an official being given money directly if they’ll take a specific action in favor of the person providing the compensation. For instance, a politician may be given $100,000 to vote a certain way...