MBMT Law Firm Legal Blog

Often, “white collar” crimes involve multiple people. Some may not even know each other. It’s not uncommon for several or even dozens of people to be arrested and charged with the same or similar offenses when their roles in the overall criminal activity varied in...

Most people’s take on insider trading is that it’s cheating and should be a punishable crime. However, insider trade isn’t always illegal, and when it is, this white-collar crime can be difficult to prove and prosecute. That said, it’s crucial to remember that you...

Cyber crimes have increased rapidly as computer technology has advanced. Individuals can conduct scams, hack into bank accounts, send threats and conduct many other criminal activities at the click of a button. Consequently, computers often contain evidence which the...

Identity theft is increasingly becoming a pervasive concern in the digital world. This is because as more individuals engage in online transactions, personal information becomes more susceptible to misuse. Identity fraud refers to the unauthorized use of someone’s...

Navigating the complex world of financial schemes is a critical skill, especially in today’s economy, where new investment opportunities are constantly emerging. Pyramid schemes, often disguised as legitimate multi-level marketing opportunities, pose a significant...

Bank fraud is a serious financial crime involving deceptive practices to obtain money, assets or other property owned or held by a bank or financial institution.  Here, you can learn more about the most common types of bank fraud and potential defenses to these...

Those arrested for alleged criminal infractions in Texas often worry about what evidence the state has. The more evidence there seems to be, the greater the likelihood that someone will feel like they must plead guilty. However, having access to the state's evidence...

If you’ve been watching some of the high-profile criminal cases in the national media, you’ve seen a number of people potentially facing years in prison pleading guilty in exchange for getting probation and other relatively minor consequences. In exchange for that,...

Purchasing a home is one of the most significant financial decisions an individual can make in their lifetime. The process involves many steps, from finding the right property, securing financing and closing the deal. With the complexity of the mortgage process comes...

A Ponzi scheme is a type of financial scheme that can be traced back to the 1920s. Essentially, it is a means of fraud, where investors lose their money to the scheme. Since it is now illegal to run a Ponzi scheme, it’s important for people to understand exactly how...