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You go in to have surgery, and you need prescription strength painkillers to recover. You get these legally. The prescription is written out by your doctor, and you fill it at the local pharmacy, just like you do with all of your other prescriptions. You don’t end up taking all of the pills, however. You … Read more
Securities fraud is a very serious federal offense. Those who have been accused need to understand all of their defense options. This is a financial crime, but it can certainly be punished by more than just fines, and it could result in time behind bars. That being said, securities fraud itself is an umbrella term … Read more
When companies are entering into construction contracts, they may place bids for those jobs. This is something that can happen with general contractors, who may bid for entire projects. It can also happen with subcontractors. For instance, a general contractor may be building a government facility, and they will take bids from roofing companies to … Read more
States are allowed to set their own laws regarding marijuana use, and there has been a large shift in recent years where more and more states have decided to permit recreational use. Before that, there was a movement where states began allowing medical use. There are still a few states that ban marijuana outright, but … Read more
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the face of a company. Every action they take, positive or negative, has a knock-on effect on the business. Over the years, there have been several cases of high-profile CEOs facing allegations of serious misconduct. These types of accusations can not only damage the reputation of a company but … Read more
Deleting and destroying documents is a routine part of the job for many people. Old files are often irrelevant, so there is no need to keep them. However, what happens if the company you are involved with comes under investigation by the authorities? If this happens, they will likely be looking for evidence, which could … Read more
Running a successful company comes with numerous responsibilities. As well as adhering to state and federal laws and regulations, business leaders have to think about brand and reputation. One strategy that can be used to ensure compliance with regulations and maintain a strong reputation is to implement effective ethics and compliance programmes. What do these … Read more
While criminal appeals are possible, the grounds for these types of appeal are limited. Generally, a legal error must have occurred. It is not enough for a convicted party to appeal simply on the basis that they do not agree with the verdict reached in the trial. One potential ground of criminal appeal is ineffective … Read more
When many companies are seeking jobs or contracts, they will submit bids. For instance, a construction project may be planned in town, and local construction companies will bid to see if they can be awarded the project. This often happens on commercial properties, rather than residential properties, where the prospective homeowner will choose their own … Read more
When you talk to the police, they may directly state or just imply that you should tell the truth. You may assume that this means that police officers also need to tell the truth to suspects, whether it’s an official interrogation or not. Doesn’t it go both ways? In reality, though, the police often have … Read more