The term White Collar Crime was reportedly coined in 1939 by Edwin Sutherland, a legendary sociologist, and criminologist. He used it to describe crimes committed by “persons of respectability” or those with high social status. Today, the FBI commonly uses the phrase to describe a crime committed by business and government professionals involving deception, …
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Many people don’t typically associate white-collar crimes with the kind of lengthy prison sentences handed down for violent crimes. But, in fact, such non-violent crimes as theft, embezzlement, money laundering and fraud can also result in harsh punishments. Take the case of a Houston woman and her stepson who recently were sentenced to 11 years and 7 …
Receiverships Both California state courts and federal courts often impose receiverships in civil, administrative and criminal cases. This post will be limited to discussing California state law regarding receiverships. What is a Receivership? Generally, a receivership removes the property or business from the control of its owners during litigation proceedings. Receiverships are more common in complex …
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