Boston Criminal Defense Law Blog

Not everyone working in the healthcare sector earns generous, competitive wages. Some professionals earn typical salaries or even hourly wages because they work as support professionals, rather than as licensed medical caregivers. In theory, their jobs require less education and entail less risk than providing medical support to patients. However, those working in the front…

For many people, the decision process concerning whether or not to fight a criminal charge boils down to evaluating the penalties they may be subjected to in the event of a conviction. Even those who insist that the police wrongfully arrested them may plead guilty because they don’t want to take the case to trial.…

When most people think about wire fraud, they imagine that it constitutes elaborate scams, organized crime or large-scale schemes. While this can be true, people should know that even seemingly innocent practices—that may not even seem criminal at the time—can potentially land them in hot water. Any activity that leverages electrical communication to deceive people…

Defense attorneys can make a major difference for individuals facing criminal charges. They can educate someone about the penalties that they face and the process that occurs during criminal trials. They can be a calm and rational advocate for someone who likely feels very anxious during their criminal proceedings. They can also recognize when the…

Becoming the subject of a federal investigation is a reason for anyone to worry. Even people who feel confident about their compliance with the law may begin to second-guess themselves. After all, federal statutes are very complex, and people sometimes break the law without intending to do so. To some degree, that is exactly what…

The medical sector is often not what people think about when discussing fraud. Discussions about professional fraud often focus on the financial sector and adjacent industries, like real estate. Investment fraud and mortgage fraud are well-known white-collar crimes. However, the healthcare industry sees a massive amount of fraud every year. The FBI estimates that healthcare fraud involves…

The state of Massachusetts takes a firm stance on violent criminal activity. The state investigates assaults and homicides, and police officers arrest those accused of intentionally harming others. Those convicted of violent offenses may serve time in prison and may struggle to rebuild their lives due to the impact that a criminal record has on…

White collar crimes are serious matters that must be treated as such. While these aren’t violent crimes, they can result significant penalties if someone is convicted. Money laundering is an example of a white-collar charge that can be difficult to navigate. Money laundering is a white collar crime that’s incredibly complex. Someone who’s charged with…

One of the most important things to know in criminal law is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor. It is important to know the difference for many reasons, but especially because of the severity of the punishment associated with one versus the other. Not all crimes are the same and we all know…

You might think that breaking the law only gets you in trouble with local police, but did you know that some crimes can land you in big trouble with the federal government? Yep, it’s true! And knowing about these crimes is crucial because they can really mess up your life if you’re not careful. So,…