White collar crimes are non-violent offenses typically committed by individuals in positions of power or influence within the corporate or financial sector. These crimes often involve deceit, fraud, or embezzlement, leading to significant financial losses for victims. Due to their nature, punishment and sentencing for white collar crimes differs from… Read more »
Theodore P Watson. Are you a CEO or small business government contractor facing criminal or civil charges related to government contract fraud? Do you need help navigating the complex legal process of complying with Subpoena Duces Tecum (SDT)? Our team of experienced federal government contractor fraud defense lawyers is here… Read more »
Introduction to Elements in a Criminal Case By Theodore. P. Watson, Esq. A criminal case imposes a burden of proof on the prosecution to prove all elements required for a conviction beyond a reasonable doubt. These elements vary depending on the crime charged and the jurisdiction, but usually include the… Read more »
What is the Trade Agreements Act (TAA Compliance) Meaning and Definition? Our Goal is to Provide Information and Keep You TAA Compliant and Out of Legal Trouble. Theodore P Watson, Esq. The Department of Justice (DOJ) Made a Defense Contractor Pay $3.3 Million Dollars for TAA compliance False Claims Act… Read more »
How to Avoid Costly Mistakes When Responding to Federal Subpoenas. A federal subpoena is a legal document issued by the federal government to compel an individual or organization to provide relevant evidence in a criminal case. The government (DOJ, FBI or OIG) can be used to demand documents, testimony from… Read more »
Getting Jail Time for PPP Loan Fraud is Alive and Well – Seek Legal Counsel from Our PPP Fraud Attorneys. We Offer Nationwide Help With SBA Fraud and PPP Loan Investigations. In a scheme to mislead the IRS and the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), a federal loan program created to… Read more »
Theodore P Watson, Government Contractor Defense Attorney. Government Contractors Charged With White Collar Crimes Face Serious Fines and Potential Jail Time. Having an Experience White Collar Lawyer That Also Understands Federal Government Contracting is Critical to Getting a Favorable Outcome. Not all Local Criminal Defense Counsel have this Unique Experience… Read more »
Nationwide government contractor federal wire fraud conspiracy attorneys: The federal wire fraud statute elements under 18 USC Section 1343 are similar to the mail fraud statute. However, criminal charges require the government contract fraud lawyers to show that you used an interstate telephone, fax or some other form of “wire” to… Read more »
What is a Federal Indictment? Can a Defendant in a Government Contractor Fraud Case Get an Indictment Overturned? Theodore P. Watson. Federal indictments from a grand jury in a federal criminal case involving federal government contractors and defendants in those cases is the formal process where federal law enforcement like… Read more »
What Happens After Indictment of Government Contractors? Getting a Grand Jury Indictment in a Criminal Case Involving Federal Contracts Does Not Automatically Mean that You Are Guilty. The Question Becomes What Are You Options? What Happens After Indictment But Before a Criminal Trial. Below are but a Few Potential Outcomes…. Read more »