A business fraud accusation can strike at the heart of everything you’ve built—your company, your career, and your reputation. But an allegation is not a conviction. In California, prosecutors must prove intent, deception, and financial harm beyond a reasonable doubt....
Identity theft has become one of the most aggressively prosecuted white collar crimes in California. Whether it involves financial fraud, unauthorized use of personal information, or allegations tied to employment or business records, the consequences can be severe....
Many people facing allegations of fraud, embezzlement, or financial misconduct assume their case will stay at the local or state level. But certain details—like the amount of money involved, who was affected, or where the alleged conduct took place—can quickly turn a...
Most business fraud investigations don’t begin with flashing lights or a knock on the door. They start quietly—with a single audit anomaly, a tip from a disgruntled employee, or an inquiry letter from a government agency. By the time a company realizes it’s under...
A Simmons & Wagner DUI Defense Insight When most people think of a DUI stop, they picture an officer asking them to step out of the car and perform a series of “tests.” These roadside exams—known as Field Sobriety Tests (FSTs)—are supposed to help police determine...
Running a company comes with countless responsibilities — from managing finances to ensuring compliance with California’s complex business laws. But even honest mistakes can sometimes be misinterpreted as business fraud, leading to criminal investigations that...
