When businesses in Tennessee entrust aspects of their operation to a third-party, they often have specific reasons for doing so. They may be looking to streamline their processes, reduce busywork or expedite the efficiency with which they operate. However, they must...
White Collar Offenses
White collar criminals face a lifetime of rebuilding trust
White-collar crime is often a complicated web of missteps and deception that can sometimes take considerable time to untangle. People who have been involved in white-collar or financial crimes in Tennessee may not realize or care just how much of an impact their...
The New York Times’ white-collar cheat sheet
Many people in Tennessee often wonder how white-collar crime goes on for so long undetected. In 2018, the NY Times published an article that covered information on how white-collar offenders got away with their activities. Two of the most common reasons white-collar...
Things to know about income tax fraud
Income tax fraud is one of the most serious white collar crimes, as a conviction can result in life-altering consequences.Income tax fraud comes in many different forms, with these among the most common:Preparing and filing a false return Intentionally failing to file...
Internet fraud encompasses several activities and schemes
While the internet provides many benefits, it also creates numerous opportunities for criminal activity. Internet fraud is a category of white collar crime that includes several different activities and schemes. Due to the nature of the internet, it may be hard for...
What constitutes white collar crime?
There are numerous types of white collar crime in Tennessee and around the country, and some people do not see it as serious as other types of crime. For victims of white collar crimes, however, the consequences can be major. This is why the federal government takes...
The potential causes of white collar crimes
Tennessee may not be the first state that comes to mind when people think of white collar crimes. Yet, it happens here nonetheless. Over the years, social scientists and journalists have studied white collar offenses all across the United States to better understand...
Like a laser: law enforcers sharply focused on white collar crime
Many residents in Middle Tennessee and across the state might reasonably believe that white collar crime is a criminal law realm that authorities comparatively deemphasize. After all, it is often stories spotlighting notably violent crimes that garner high-profile...