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Money laundering is a multi-step process – because it takes a lot to make illegal funds appear legitimate. Among the various techniques used by criminals, "smurfing" is a common tactic employed to evade detection and launder large sums of money. How does smurfing...
With its vast coastline and proximity to Mexico, California is a major entry point for people seeking to enter the United States. While some individuals navigate the immigration process legally, others resort to dangerous and illegal methods facilitated by alien...
Disgorgement certainly sounds painful, and it is – at least financially. That’s what an individual or a business can be ordered to do if they’re found guilty of or arrive at a settlement involving fraudulently obtaining assets. Generally, the full phrase that’s used...
In California, marijuana, use has long been legal, at least for medical purposes. It is also legal for recreational purposes in 2024, in a trend that is spreading across the United States. More and more states are legalizing marijuana for recreational use, and you can...
California has a law in place regarding cannabis use by employees when they are off the clock. AB 2188, provides significant protections for workers who use cannabis after work hours and restricts employers from questioning previous users of the drug. Most employers...
Large sums of money from illegal sources can’t be used without attracting government attention until it’s been sufficiently “cleaned” and its origins are hidden. The real estate industry is, unfortunately, one of the biggest targets for money laundering. Real estate...
Money laundering charges are serious allegations that can result severe legal consequences. When facing such charges, individuals or entities may explore various defenses to challenge the allegations against them. The following are potential defenses that could be...
Money laundering is a serious concern for federal regulatory authorities. Money laundering involves obfuscating the origins of capital, often because people violated the law to make money. Many organized criminal efforts involving drugs or human trafficking need to...
Transactions in business happen every single day, and this includes the sale of actual businesses. For the most part, these deals go through smoothly and are beneficial to all parties. However, this isn’t always the case. The integrity of any business deal relies on...
Cannabis companies have many regulations to ensure they comply with. Because this is such a new type of business venture that’s still subjected to a lot of controversy and scrutiny, they must ensure they protect themselves. There are a few ways they can do this....