On behalf of Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices | Sep 19, 2019 | fraud
With most tax returns, the statute of limitations is three years. This means that the IRS has three years to challenge a tax return after you file it. Now, there are exceptions to the rule. Forbes explains that if there is no substantial understatement of income, then...
On behalf of Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices | Sep 19, 2019 | fraud
Fraud refers to any illegal or dishonest activities conducted by a company or individual. Fraud gives companies an unfair advantage. A number of different schemes may constitute as fraud. If you are facing fraud allegations in Pennsylvania, then odds are you are...
On behalf of Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices | Jul 2, 2019 | fraud
Pennsylvania specifically outlaws identity theft. The state criminal code says that an individual commits identity theft if he or she uses or possesses personal identifying information of another individual without permission for an illegal purpose. According to the...
by Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices | Mar 7, 2019 | fraud
One kind of fraud that you could be accused of participating in is called securities fraud. This form of fraud happens when you make false claims or statements about a company and its stocks. As a result, people may make decisions on that false information. Insider...
by Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices | Dec 27, 2018 | fraud
One kind of fraud that you should get to know more about is called wire fraud. Wire fraud is a federal offense, which means that you could face prison time for any violation you’re convicted of. Wire fraud’s definition is broad, which makes it easier for...
by Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices | Oct 18, 2018 | fraud
Fraud is a broad term when used in a legal context and it can refer to a lot of different actions. However, at the root of fraud is always the assumption of purposeful deceit through direct statements of misinformation or through omission and misrepresentation of...
by Stanton D. Levenson, P.A. Law Offices | Jun 14, 2018 | fraud
Sitting quietly next to the Pittsburgh neighborhoods of East Carnegie, Green Tree and Banksville, Scott Township doesn’t often get a lot of attention. However, a local TV station recently focused on allegations of a white collar crime against a plumber in the...
