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You have RIGHTS - We will PROTECT them

Becoming entangled in a major fraud or white collar crime case can happen quickly and take you by surprise.  As soon as you realize you have become a person of interest in a federal investigation - if you have been questioned by federal law enforcement agents or if you have received a summons to appear before a grand jury - it is time to find a skilled attorney immediately.

The complexity of many white collar crime or fraud cases can easily overwhelm less proficient lawyers.  Experience is critical because the devil truly is in the details with these cases.  There is a crucial period of time between the start of a federal investigation and when formal charges are made during which much can be done to protect your rights and your reputation.

At Bamieh & Erickson our attorneys have the experience, knowledge and determination to successfully defend clients against a variety of white collar crime and serious fraud charges in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, including:

• Real estate fraud, including the defrauding of finance companies, income application falsification, fraudulent load documents, failure to disclose all debt or property, misstated income
• Elder financial crimes
• Tax fraud
• Franchise crimes, including the failure to disclose all sales
• Insurance fraud, bank fraud, computer fraud
• Embezzlement, employee theft, misappropriation of funds, abuse of fiduciary role
• Bribery or extortion
• Making false statements, perjury, obstruction of justice

Fighting for our clients every step of the way
The attorneys at Bamieh & Erickson are skilled at protecting and defending clients in a wide variety of situations.  We are able to answer questions such as:

• Should I cooperate with a federal investigation, and if so how much?
• What will happen when I am in front of the grand jury?
• What kind of case does the prosecution have against me and how solid is their evidence?
• Am I a target of the investigation, or am I a subject or a witness?
• Is there a way to turn over documents or evidence without an FBI raid on my home or office?
• Can anything be done before I am formally charged to eliminate or reduce the charges against me?
• What can be done to limit media coverage of my case, safeguard my reputation, and manage the public's perception of me?

The bottom line is this: you need to hire a skilled, sophisticated criminal defense attorney as soon as possible - preferably before you are charged.  Much of the work that can be done to protect your vulnerabilities can most easily be accomplished during the early stages of an investigation.

Regardless of your situation, remember that you have rights.  Please contact the Ventura based law office of Bamieh & Erickson today.

The Law Offices of Bamieh & Erickson, PLC

692 East Thompson Boulevard

Ventura, CA 93001-2829

 (805) 643-5555

Bamieh & Erickson represent clients in Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties, including:

Ventura, Oxnard, Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Newbury Park, West Lakes, Simi Valley, Fillmore, Ojai, Santa Paula; Santa Barbara, Goleta

Blog for White Collar Crime

• Ventura Tax Fraud Lawyer: IRS’ OVDP May Save You from Prosecution
• California Accountant Steals Half a Million Dollars from Oxnard Farm
• Understanding Ventura County Employee Theft and Embezzlement Charges
• Two Executives Sentenced for White-Collar Crime, Securities Fraud
• Types of California Identity Theft
• Embezzlement can be Treated as a Misdemeanor or Felony in California
• Ten Types of White Collar Crime in California

Library for White Collar Crime:

• Caught Transferring Money Offshore? Call a Ventura Tax Fraud Lawyer   
  You face severe penalties if caught using offshore accounts or tax shelters; call to speak with a Ventura tax fraud lawyer if you are being investigated.
• Building a Defense for Fraud Charges in California   
  Are you facing fraud charges in Santa Barbara? Learn how to build your embezzlement defense case from a trusted Ventura criminal defense attorney.
• $10 Million Mortgage Fraud Case Dismissed Based on Motion Filed by Bamieh and Erickson, PLC [PDF]   
• California Employee Theft: Is Jail the Only Option?   
  Accused of employee theft or embezzlement in California? Read this article and contact a Ventura criminal defense attorney immediately.
• How the FBI Investigates White-Collar Crime   
  The FBI recently released a comprehensive report on financial crimes in the U.S. Call Bamieh & Erickson PLC, Ventura County white-collar criminal defense.
• Fighting Identity Theft Charges in California   
  Identity theft, a type of white-collar crime, is the fastest growing criminal act in the U.S. Call Bamieh & Erickson today if you or a loved one is being investigated for identity theft. There is no time to waste, and the time to act is now. (805) 643-5555.
• Serious Tax Fraud Criminal Charges in California   
  California tax fraud convictions carry an average prison term of 48 months. Call Bamieh & Erickson today at (805) 643-5555 if you are a person of interest in a federal investigation. You need a lawyer on your side who has experience dealing with these complex cases, and we can help you fight any future charges.
• Motivations and Punishments for Embezzlement in California   
  Embezzlement, which occurs when someone trusted with access to financial accounts that do not belong to them steals money to benefit him or herself, is treated harshly in California's penal code. This article examines some of the motivations that lead to embezzlement charges, possible penalties involved, and specific actions you can take to hire and work with a Ventura criminal defense attorney.
• The Facts About White Collar Crimes in California   
  A third of all people in the country are victims of white-collar crime, even though many don't even know it. This article delves into the facts of white collar crimes, both the types of crimes and the people who commit them. Call us today at (805) 585-3638 if you or someone you know has been accused of a California white collar crime.
• What is “white collar crime”?   
  White collar crime is something of a catch-all term, used in general to describe nonviolent crimes committed by individuals seeking financial gain. There are a variety of different crimes that fall into this category, all punishable by a range of consequences that can have lifelong implications. If you are facing white collar crime charges in Santa Barbara or Ventura county, it is in your best interest to hire a skilled and knowledgeable criminal defense attorney like one from Bamieh & Erickson to defend your rights.

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