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I've been using an accountant recommended by my ex-wife since 2014 to handle the taxes of my small business, a C Corp/Electrical Contractor. After recently filing an extension for 2023, she suddenly informed me she's too busy and I should find another accountant. I suspect financial... View More 
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answered on Mar 22, 2025
First, I would suggest gathering all the documentation you have—tax returns, bank statements, invoices, payroll records, and anything else tied to your Corp’s finances since 2014. Make digital backups and store them somewhere safe.
Next, find a new independent accountant. A forensic... View More
I am looking for legal advice regarding a situation in New York where an elderly man gave a young lady money regularly to prevent her from informing his wife and the police about an inappropriate incident. The young lady is now facing charges of grand larceny and coercion and awaiting indictment.... View More
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answered on Mar 20, 2025
This is a serious legal matter, as grand larceny and coercion are both significant criminal charges in New York. Since the young woman already has legal representation, her attorney will be the best person to assess her case based on the specific evidence, witness statements, and any mitigating... View More
My friend is facing 141 felony counts of scheme to defraud for stealing around $28,000 from work, grand theft, and use of a 2-way communication device in Florida. He has no prior record but was charged with possession of cannabis and attempted escape afterward. He is represented by a public... View More
answered on Mar 19, 2025
Yes, he’s looking at jail or prison time. Actually, his maximum exposure exceeds 500 years. If he’s innocent, he could go to trial for the theft charges. But the escape and marijuana charges are likely not directly related to the thefts. Hence, he could get off the theft charges and still have... View More
My friend is facing 141 felony counts of scheme to defraud for stealing around $28,000 from work, grand theft, and use of a 2-way communication device in Florida. He has no prior record but was charged with possession of cannabis and attempted escape afterward. He is represented by a public... View More
answered on Mar 19, 2025
The basic answer is Yes. The more precise answer would be dependent on the scoresheet as calculated by the State Attorney's office. Different Judges and Jurisdictions may differ some, but I find it difficult to believe that such a high number of charges would not result in some jail/prison... View More
I was paid with a check for a job, but I had no ID, so the "pay to the order of" line was left blank. I cashed it using my friend's name and her ID, with her consent. The person who wrote the check is on my side and informed the police he gave it to me. I wore a wig to look like my... View More
answered on Mar 17, 2025
You are potentially facing the charge of forgery in violation of Wyoming Statute section 6-3-602. You are facing a possible penalty of anywhere from probation and up to 9-10 years of incarceration and/or a $0-$10,000.00 fine or both. Cashing a check using the friend's name and wearing a wig to... View More
I was involved in a legal case in Florida concerning a forged endorsement by an unauthorized employee on a promissory note. Despite the forgery, the court's decision was against us. I have new evidence and am looking to request a retrial. Could the presence of a forgery be grounds to dismiss... View More
answered on Mar 10, 2025
It may, Florida Rule of Civil Procedure 1.530 allows for a new trial based on newly discovered evidence if it was discovered after the trial and could not have been discovered before the trial by the exercise of due diligence. However, you need to move quickly. The time limit for filing a motion... View More
I was involved in a legal case in Florida concerning a forged endorsement by an unauthorized employee on a promissory note. Despite the forgery, the court's decision was against us. I have new evidence and am looking to request a retrial. Could the presence of a forgery be grounds to dismiss... View More
answered on Mar 10, 2025
To add to my prior answer to this inquiry, I just noticed that you put "white collar crime" as one of your inquiry categories, but I had assumed you were talking about a civil case, not criminal - and I see that another lawyer assumed that as well. Everything I stated in my prior answer... View More
I was involved in a legal case in Florida concerning a forged endorsement by an unauthorized employee on a promissory note. Despite the forgery, the court's decision was against us. I have new evidence and am looking to request a retrial. Could the presence of a forgery be grounds to dismiss... View More
answered on Mar 10, 2025
Your inquiry is a bit vague because you say that DESPITE the forgery, the court decision was against you, then say you have new evidence, not indicating whether that evidence is connected to proving the forgery, beyond the proof of the forgery you already presented. In any event, your first issue... View More
I met someone online who guided me to invest in cryptocurrency through a trading app. Initially, I invested $1,300, then the person lent me $10,000 and later another $151,000 through the app to increase my trading amount. In December, the platform froze my account and demanded various fees to... View More
answered on Mar 7, 2025
This is a very common fraud scheme. People all over the world, including Russia, suffer from it. If the scammers act quickly and professionally, hide their IP addresses and use other security measures, it is unlikely to find them. Moreover, you have no idea what country they are actually in. Some... View More
I am in the process of purchasing a property and was instructed by my realtor, the seller, and the closing attorney to provide additional money obtained from a title loan company as an unexplained fee, which was not part of the original agreement. They advised me to wire all my funds without... View More
answered on Mar 7, 2025
No one who wants you to sign these docs appears to be loyal to you and you alone. A few questions:
Are you buying a home or an investment property?
Is the seller very eager to get rid of it?
Is there a lender?
Is the closing attorney working for you, the lender,... View More
In Mississippi, what charges could someone face if they knowingly possess and purchase counterfeit money from the internet, attempt to cash a check at a bank, and show the counterfeit money? Legal actions have been initiated, and the individual has a criminal record, but no similar offenses.
answered on Mar 7, 2025
In Mississippi, the individual could face multiple charges related to counterfeit currency and fraud, including:
1. Possession of Counterfeit Currency – Under Miss. Code Ann. § 97-21-33, knowingly possessing counterfeit money with the intent to use or distribute it is a felony.... View More
I was arrested by Baltimore County police due to a warrant from Anne Arundel County on November 16, 2024. I was unaware of the warrant until I was stopped by the police while driving for Uber. Apparently, a ride I completed, which involved picking up and dropping off an envelope, was related to... View More
answered on Feb 24, 2025
The only penalty for not being read your Miranda rights is the suppression of any admissions you made during your custody so they would be disallowed as evidence against you at trial. Since you were not questioned, the failure to advise you of your right to remain silent and right to have counsel... View More
I am from Michigan and had an embezzlement charge in 2019. I was under 25, so I was granted HYTA, pled not guilty, and was sentenced to one year of probation and restitution fees. I completed my probation and paid all fees, yet my record isn't sealed. The court says I failed to complete a... View More
answered on Feb 17, 2025
You perhaps have a misunderstanding of what happened. First, you state you pled not guilty; you would not be on probation with HYTA unless you pled guilty - it's right there in the statute as a requirement.
What does your order discharging you from probation state? The court is right... View More
I have already had an attorney confirm for me that the state laws and the HOA's declaration both require them to get the permission and approval of the board members before they can ever spend any HOA money. They also have to provide information like the reciepts and copies of checks but they... View More
answered on Feb 9, 2025
Thank you for your question and really shocking set of facts. You have described the essence of embezzlement - the theft of money from an employer or business (or non-profit).
I suggest you put together an organized time line of what you know, with any financial records you can include,... View More
That deed has been notarized and recorded. I found out my mail was being forwarded to a po box down the street. Furthermore, I looked at my credit report and it says I've been working at the Unified School Dist. I DO NOT WORK THERE. but I do have a family member that has been working there and... View More
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answered on Jan 28, 2025
Firstly, you can file an action to quiet title and cancel the forged deed. This type of action involves alleging ownership and possession of the property, stating that the deed is false, fraudulent, and forged, and requesting the court to cancel the deed and declare that the defendants have no... View More
answered on Nov 13, 2024
Atty. Wymyczak-White is correct. While the bail amount seems quite high, many factors go into a judge's decision regarding what bail should be, and there are guidelines. If you have a substantial criminal history, or egregious underlying charges related to the resisting arrest (like you have... View More
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answered on Oct 26, 2024
It's understandable why someone would question the validity of a search warrant without a judge's hand-drawn signature. However, search warrants now often only contain the typed name of the judge who issued the warrant because law enforcement officers are permitted to apply for a search... View More
and one brother came to find out our other brother was using funds for personal gain , taking extra checks forging checks he wrote in our names and so on, we called a special meeting gave him ample notice he did not appear we voted to remove him as an officer of the company and fire him as an... View More
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answered on Sep 30, 2024
You very likely need to get into Court (by filing a Complaint) and maybe get an injunction to stabilize operations and provide a full accounting. Business/partnership disputes are governed by the business' documents and usually, state law or the Uniform Partnership Act; it depends on how the... View More
An ex fbi agent , a retired policeman (who became Western communications operator director) , a CP's rep, an ex highway patrol officer, and few other retired policeman in an organized fashion commiting fraud, harassment , gang stalking , cyberstalking, and intimidation, while trying to obtain... View More
answered on Sep 8, 2024
There are many great lawyers who can help you right in your county. This website is not a Lawyer referral service, so you won't be able to find someone here. Do a simple Google search for harassment lawyers in your area, and you should get plenty of ideas about whom you can contact. You have... View More
My lo is in jail serving his 18 month sentence. He is set to be released on 7/2. While in jail he got charged with another crime- Same crime. White collar crime. What is the likelihood of him getting a bond? Should I expect him to be released on 7/2. I have a lawyer for him and he is going to... View More
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answered on Jun 13, 2024
He is entitled to a bond on the new charge unless a judge or magistrate finds by probable cause that: 1. He will not appear for trial or hearing or at such other time and place as may be directed, or 2. His liberty will constitute an unreasonable danger to himself, family or household members, or... View More
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