We discussed several tax myths in this blog last year. Now that tax time is here again, it’s time to revisit some of the common myths surrounding taxes in the United States. At the law office of Attorney-at-Law, we understand the...
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Reviewing the different forms of phishing
Phishing typically ranks among the most common forms of internet crimes. Yet the general definition of a phishing scheme is often so vague that it can be difficult identifying cases where it has actually happened. Indeed, many come to our team here at [nap_names...
RICO cases see increase in 2018
To many people in California, it may seem that there has been an increase in the number of white collar criminal cases across the nation. Certainly, there have been numerous high-profile cases that have played out across a variety of venues in the last few years....
What is money laundering?
Money laundering is the crime of receiving money through illegal activity, hiding it and then using it through legitimate channels. If you have ever watched a mob movie, you have probably seen something about this process. Mob bosses aside, people still get charged...
Vague insider trading laws cause confusion
If you read or hear about people in New York who have been accused of insider trading, you might wonder what exactly leads to these types of allegations. In its most basic form, insider trading involves a person benefitting by trading stocks based upon knowledge...
3 Latin terms that are worth knowing
Our federal legal system is based on two things: The Constitution and the United States Code, the "official compilation and codification of general and permanent federal statutory law." But our courts have roots dating back to England and before that, to ancient Rome....
A look at the most addictive drugs
People in California who end up facing criminal charges may ultimately be struggling with a more serious underlying problem. Substance abuse is one of these problems that has been known to contribute to criminal activity as people who are addicted to drugs may engage...
Protecting yourself against modern law enforcement tactics
On social media, the term "friend" has a loose meaning. Some people have hundreds of friends and followers. Law enforcement has figured out how to use this to their advantage to elicit confessions, access incriminating evidence or set people up for arrests. Local...
How bad is a DUI in college?
If you are like most people in California, the thought of drinking among college students does not seem abnormal. In fact, it is almost expected that college kids will experiment to some degree with alcohol. When those students also drive, they can be at risk for...
Having past criminal offenses dismisssed
After having completed the requirements that may come with a criminal offense in Irvine, typically your only wish is to be able to move on with your life. Yet as many of those that our team here at , Attorney at Law has worked with in the...




