If you’re facing criminal charges, it’s very important to explore all of the elements of that charge. This can be beneficial when you are determining what defense strategy will work best in your situation. For instance, what is the role of intent? Maybe an event...
In Tennessee, as with other states, state and federal prosecutors are increasingly pursuing RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act) and conspiracy investigations. You don’t have to be in charge to be at risk of prosecution under these laws. In some...
If you've ever gotten the same prescription from more than one doctor, you might have done what Tennessee law calls doctor shopping. This practice might seem harmless if you're dealing with pain or anxiety. However, under state law, it's a serious offense that can...
Back in 1939, the term white-collar crime was first used. It’s now very common as a classification for certain criminal activities. Often, these involve government officials or business professionals. The reason it’s called white-collar crime is that these are people...
Money laundering is the process of making illegally obtained money appear legitimate. It allows individuals or criminal organizations to disguise the origins of funds linked to illegal activity. From drug trafficking to fraud, financial crime often depends on this...
