by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Trenton, New Jersey mayor arrested for allegedly accepting bribes September 12, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Public officials are constantly scrutinized. Not only are they watched by the media, but also by citizens, other government and non-government...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Drunk driving prevention funding might increase arrests in New Jersey October 06, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Many times, drunk driving prevention campaigns are implemented when a government law enforcement body receives extra funding to help them specifically...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Dentist facing fraud charges for alleged identity theft October 08, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue The detrimental effect of just being charged with any form of criminal allegation is something few people ever anticipate. The fallout from allegations, however,...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
5 arrested for alleged student-teacher sexual contact October 09, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Sometimes, allegations can ruin a person’s reputation. When allegations are regarding a person’s direct job role, their employment might be put at risk as...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Two arrested for alleged thefts from New Jersey school district October 12, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Two people were arrested in New Jersey after allegedly stealing from two school districts. Both women were arrested on the charge of second-degree theft by...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey bus driver facing charges for drunk driving November 09, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Drunk driving is a serious offense. If could result in the loss of a person’s license and in some cases their job. This is especially serious when their job...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Women admit to mail fraud in New Jersey November 14, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue According to a report, two women have admitted to defrauding a charity in New Jersey. The report says that the woman worked for a company that was administering a program for...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey take note: Supreme Court sees dog-sniffing case November 16, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue For many New Jersey residents, dogs are pets, however, for man police officers, dogs are often regarded as employees of the department. An issue has made its way...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Man arrested for counterfeit computer products November 29, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue A man in New Jersey was arrested after New Jersey state police were tipped off about alleged fake Apple computer products being sold at bodegas in New Jersey. Police say...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Two plead guilty to fraud charges in New Jersey December 01, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Two men are now facing lengthy prison sentences and hefty fines after pleading guilty to fraud related charges. The men were accused of taking kickbacks for referrals and...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Custodian arrested for filming New Jersey students, teachers December 04, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Authorities have arrested a man that worked at a southern New Jersey school as a custodian. The man was arrested late last month, accused of placing eight...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey man faces sexual assault charges December 20, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue When someone is accused of a crime, it is important that they understand their rights. Every person is allowed to defend themselves and has the right to a fair trial. If the...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Reverse mergers basis of SEC fraud charges against New Jersey man December 26, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Running a business in the United States is complicated. Business owners have to follow laws and regulations set not only by state officials but ones...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign continues in New Jersey December 28, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Back in November we warned our readers about New Jersey law enforcement campaigns to reduce drunk driving even by asking fellow residents to...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey teacher faces child pornography charges January 09, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue A teacher at a New Jersey private school is now facing charges that have likely already damaged his reputation and could end his career forever. The man was charged with...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Prescription fraud, drug charges filed against men in New Jersey January 16, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue Two men are accused of multiple crimes after being arrested at a New Jersey pharmacy. Police say the men were trying to fill a prescription that was copied...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Drug charges pending against two men after New Jersey traffic stop January 18, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue Two people were arrested late last week after a traffic stop. Police allege the men had small amounts of marijuana on them and possible drug...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
30 in New Jersey and neighboring state to face extortion charges January 22, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue Police announced the arrests of 30 people from three families in New Jersey and New York last week. The people were arrested and reportedly face extortion...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Forensic evidence may put DUI evidence in doubt January 31, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue When a person is pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, the extent of their intoxication can be determined by any number of testing methods, including a breathalyzer,...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Multiple arrests made for credit card fraud, some in New Jersey February 05, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue Authorities have made arrests in what they say was a $200 million, 10 year long fraud scheme. Eighteen people were arrested in four states, including in New...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Federal and New Jersey authorities allege 11 committed Medicaid fraud February 08, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue Medicaid fraud is a serious offense. Anyone charges with this crime could spend significant time in prison, and serious fines. Prosecutors announced...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Two New Jersey residents arrested for auto-parts fraud February 22, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue Two men were arrested in New Jersey and one in a neighboring state after police raided a warehouse full of car parts. According to a report, police are accusing the...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Supreme Court ruling on drug sniffing dogs presents many questions March 12, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue The Supreme Court took up a case that might affect everyone’s rights to privacy. The Court ruled that a positive alert by drug sniffing dogs could...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Tax refunds held up on fraud suspicion March 15, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue The state of New Jersey is allegedly withholding tax refunds for many residents because it wants to investigate them further among reports of growing tax refund fraud. According to a...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Men arrested at New Jersey airport face serious charges March 20, 2013 | By Brickfield & Donahue Two men were arrested over the weekend for allegedly giving false bomb threats at Newark Liberty International Airport. Authorities often take these threats very...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Two New Jersey men charged with defrauding railroad, wire fraud March 02, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Fraud is a very serious accusation. The accusation of fraud can have negative impacts on a person’s career and even stress in their family life. When...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Drug Charges, White Collar Crimes
New Jersey four state to make synthetic drug sales a crime March 09, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue The state of New Jersey has now banned the possession and sale of many synthetic drugs. This comes as they grow in popularity, and are marketed under the names K2,...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense, White Collar Crimes
New Jersey proposal could allow DNA sampling for minor crimes March 23, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue A New Jersey lawmaker proposed this month to allow DNA sampling from all people convicted of even minor crimes. These crimes would include things like...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey family faces unemployment fraud charges March 27, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Authorities accused a family of unemployment fraud this month. Five members of a New Jersey family have been charged with various fraud charges which could carry decade...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | Criminal Defense, White Collar Crimes
Multiple people arrested in New Jersey town outside bar March 30, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue What was to be a fun night, turned into a night of chaos in one New Jersey town. Police were called and multiple people were arrested outside of a New Jersey bar where...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Former New Jersey railway executive accused of fraud April 11, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Many executive level employees deal with large sums of money at companies all over the world, everyday. Occasionally, these executives are accused of crimes involving...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Unconscious man arrested in New Jersey after reported police chase April 24, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Sometimes allegations of crime can ruin a person’s reputation. That is why it might be important to seek help in forming a rigorous criminal defense...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Man arrested in New Jersey for allegedly defrauding brain injury patients April 26, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue When people think of fraud, they often think of it as associated with executives that may have defrauded their company. In fact, an accusation of...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey man arrested for third DWI May 02, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue When people hear new reports of an arrest or charges filed against someone, many people automatically assume that person is guilty. This is probably because most news stories are only...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
String of credit card charges leads to New Jersey fraud investigation June 06, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Sometimes people’s credit card information is compromised. It can often take a long time to figure out what happened, especially if the person...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Man arrested, charged with multiple thefts in New Jersey June 14, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Police say they conducted a lengthy investigation all over the state before making an arrest this week. Now, authorities are charging the man with multiple theft...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Two men charged with alleged fraudulent credit card use at New Jersey mall June 20, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Police are accusing two men of trying to use a fake credit card to buy multiple iPads. The two are charged with numerous felony fraud charges in New...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey drunk driving bill pulled from consideration June 22, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Drunk driving is a serious criminal law matter. Many people face drunk driving charges in New Jersey every year, and the consequences of a conviction can have...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Multiple people arrested in New Jersey for identity theft June 28, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue A supposed lengthy investigation has led to the arrest of 17 people across six states and 22 people charged with crimes related to identity theft. Many of the people...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey man arrested, accused of pizzeria fraud July 18, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue A man accused of enticing an investor for money to open a pizzeria was arrested last week. The man was charged with fraud after investigators say the man took $1.2 million...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey assemblyman arrested for alleged drunk driving August 01, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue People sometimes make mistakes when they drive. If someone makes an error, they could be pulled over by police. Many times police will issue them a ticket for a...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Doctor charged with medical fraud in New Jersey August 03, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Doctors often try to do the right thing. Their job is to care for patients and ensure they get the best medical care possible. Sometimes clerical errors occur, and insurance...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Four charged in New Jersey teen beating August 07, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Four people have now been arrested and charged for beating a teenager in New Jersey late last month. According to a report, police say the four people beat up a teenager that was one...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
DNA evidence may be reviewed by Supreme Court August 10, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue The Supreme Court of the United States is may decide to consider a case that could change how DNA samples are collected and saved. According to a report, the question the Court...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Feds arrest 3 on suspicion of tax fraud August 14, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Investigators say they have arrested three people connected to an alleged identity theft and tax fraud scheme. Law enforcement says the three people from New Jersey hoped to steal...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Extra patrols for drunk driving in New Jersey start today August 17, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Throughout the summer, everyone is out enjoying the nice weather. Many summer holidays are celebrated with family and friends. Law enforcement across the country,...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey man not convicted by jury of white collar crime August 31, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue Facing criminal charges can have a number of implications for an individual, both personally and professionally. Accusations can affect a person’s...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey women charged with prescription drug crime September 08, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue The federal Drug Enforcement Agency had been investigating two New Jersey women for approximately one month after suspecting involvement in a drug distribution ring....
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey doctor faces sexual assault charges September 23, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue Accusations of sexual assault are not taken lightly. Unfortunately, such accusations are fabricated too often, and rather than being based in actual events. There can be...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Fraud charges put former New Jersey Nets star on the defense September 30, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue At some point, a professional athlete’s career comes to an end and the athlete must move on to another career choice. For one well-known former New...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey man accused of using Facebook to lure teens October 02, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue A 28-year-old man from Middlesex County has been charged with criminal sexual conduct after allegedly using the popular social networking site Facebook to connect...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey man with multiple sclerosis loses drug crime case July 28, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue Three years ago a New Jersey man brought a case to court after being charged with operating a facility that produced marijuana. The drug charge resulted after...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Student loan fraud scheme could mean prison for New Jersey woman August 02, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue What may have started as a way to get student loans quickly grew, eventually turning into the focus of a federal investigation. A New Jersey woman recently...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey man charged with drunk driving after boat crash August 04, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue Residents of New Jersey understand that if they are under the influence of alcohol while behind the wheel, they could face serious penalties. Every state has an...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey individuals may be involved with credit card fraud August 10, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue Several New Jersey residents could find themselves being accused of credit card fraud. Just yesterday, a man admitted to stealing credit card information and...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey racketeering trial comes to close with guilty plea August 12, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue In our previous post, we discussed the penalties that can result from charges of white collar crimes. A conviction for charges that range from credit card fraud...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Criminal charges brought against New Jersey boat owner June 17, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue Being charged with a crime can have many implications, both legally and personally. A conviction can lead to penalties that can include a prison sentence or probationary...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Arrest for sex crime in New Jersey could land you in DNA database June 23, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue According to the New Jersey DNA database, there are approximately 225,000 DNA samples on record of individuals who have been convicted of a crime. But that...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey informant in fraud scheme arrested for lying to FBI June 29, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue Several years ago, federal investigators arrested nearly 50 individuals believed to be involved in one of the largest fraud schemes in New Jersey’s...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey patrols out in full force over Fourth of July weekend June 30, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue It’s a busy weekend for people as families and friends get ready to celebrate the Fourth of July. But this upcoming weekend will also be busy for local...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
White collar crime scheme ends with New Jersey man in prison July 14, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue Being charged with a federal crime, such as white collar crime, is different than being charged with a state crime. While there are still penalties and...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey men accused of violating federal tax law October 14, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue Two New Jersey men could soon be facing serious criminal charges of tax fraud and consumer fraud. They were reportedly using a charity to avoid paying taxes on several...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey woman charged with identify theft after Facebook fiasco November 03, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue What might have been an act done out of frustration or anger has resulted in identity theft charges for a New Jersey woman. She is accused of using the...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey doctors charged with bribery for referring patients December 14, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue Doctors try their best to provide patients with all the best care. Sometimes giving them the best care means referring the patient to another physician or...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Two New Jersey men face fraud charges in Ponzi scheme December 19, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue Investors are faced with increased scrutiny since the economic downturn in 2008. The financial industry has always been highly regulated and is even more regulated...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey DUI offense can cost you big time December 21, 2011 | By Brickfield & Donahue According to a report by Fox Business, New Jersey did not make the list of states with the most driving under the influence offenders. It wasn’t even in the top 20....
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey equipment rental company owner charged with fraud January 12, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue A Bergen County business owner is being accused of fraud. The 75-year-old New Jersey man has been charged with fraud for allegedly taking deposits from...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
New Jersey man faces 800 years in prison for alleged fraud January 26, 2012 | By Brickfield & Donahue Crimes involving money typically carry harsh sentences, and with recent national scandals and the economic downturn, they are being even more carefully...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
What Are the Dangers of Online Dating? January 11, 2021 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Tinder, Hinge, Bumble, Grindr, and OKCupid, are common online dating apps these days. However, they can come at a cost.According to Pew Research Center (PRC), 30% of...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Common Fourth of July Crimes July 01, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC What Are Some Common Crimes Committed on July 4th?While the holiday weekend is a cause for celebration and many people will be gathering at barbecues and parties, the Fourth of July...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
What Is Mortgage Fraud? July 29, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Mortgage fraud is a federal offense that occurs when a homebuyer, seller, or lender lies about or omits important information in relation to a mortgage loan. Under federal law, a person...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Former NJ Youth Director Facing Child Porn Charges August 03, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Arnold DiBlasi was arrested and charged with possessing and distributing pornographic images of children; he also faces four counts of child endangerment...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Who Can See Expunged Records in New Jersey? August 19, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Unfortunately, after serving their time, paying the necessary fines, and trying to reintegrate into society, many convicted felons face employment discrimination and...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Types of Mail Fraud September 26, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC What Is Mail Fraud?Mail fraud, as defined by 18 U.S.C. § 1341, occurs when a person schemes to or participates in a scheme to knowingly defraud or obtain money, goods, services,...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
$100 Million NJ Deli Scheme Ends in Federal Fraud Charges September 30, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Three Men Charged in Securities Trading SchemesIn 2021, a hedge fund manager, David Einhorn, brought Hometown Deli in Paulsboro, New Jersey into the...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Different Types of Money Laundering Schemes October 24, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Money laundering refers to the process undertaken to “clean” dirty money (i.e. money obtained via criminal activity). Many money laundering schemes are connected...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Essex County Suspect Charged with Armed Robbery October 28, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Charles Johnson of Essex County, New Jersey, has been charged with three counts of Hobbs Act Robbery and three counts of using, carrying, and displaying a...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
Can You Be Prosecuted by the State and Federal Governments for the Same Crime? November 25, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC State and federal governments each have laws concerning prohibited conduct. Generally, when a crime happens within a...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
7 Types of Fraud That Can Lead to Federal Charges November 30, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC Generally, fraud involves falsifying, misrepresenting, or omitting material information to cause a loss to another person or entity or unlawfully obtaining...
by joe_donahue | Sep 21, 2024 | White Collar Crimes
What Is the Hobbs Act? December 22, 2022 | By Law Offices of Joseph R. Donahue, LLC The Hobbs Act is a federal law that prohibits extortion or robbery by wrongful use of force or conspiracy to commit either crime used as a tactic to stop or delay commerce. Keep...
