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Articles 2014 March Florida man faces federal charges for business fraud
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Florida Man Faces Federal Charges for Business Fraud

Posted By Rothman and Associates || 19-Mar-2014

Fraud exists in all industries, including those that one might not expect. Recently, a Florida resident, who formerly operated Florida airline fuel suppliers, was slapped with federal charges for fraudulent activities. According to the Department of Justice, the man was arrested and made his first appearance in the U.S. District Court in West Palm Beach on July 22, 2013. The man faces charges for honest services fraud and wire fraud. All allegations are linked to his alleged dealings with an Illinois-based airline company.

In the past, the airline company provided cargo and passenger services for companies and U.S. government officials, including the departments of Homeland Security and Defense and the US Marshals Service. Earlier this year, the company was liquidated in bankruptcy proceedings. The airline blamed its financial troubles on recent changes within the military flight programs, which the company used to rely on for business transactions.

Sources allege that the Florida man provided kickback payments to the airline's vice president of ground operations to help make certain that the airline supplied business to the suspect's companies. At that time, the suspect owned businesses in Sunrise. According to court documents, the man is charged with handing out approximately 40 kickbacks in wire transfers, gift cards, checks and cash from at least December 2005 through August 2009.

If the man is convicted on the federal charges, he could face over two decades behind bars and a $250,000 fine for the most egregious charge. The vice president of the airline has pleaded guilty to charges associated with the scheme. He awaits his sentence. Moreover, three other individuals have been sentenced for their involvement.

The Justice Department is now looking into other potential kickbacks from fuel suppliers. Assistant Attorney General Bill Baer notes,

"The Antitrust Division will take enforcement action against those who subvert the competitive process by trading contracts for kickbacks, especially where the U.S. government is being victimized."

When it comes to fraudulent legal matters, no two people are exactly the same. Some, as those charged in these cases, will be prosecuted and ultimately meted out lengthy prison sentences. Others may not be prosecuted. Some will fall between the two extremes. Many factors will determine the outcome of a case. One critical factor, which can be controlled, is the lawyer one chooses to represent him or her. Not all criminal defense lawyers are alike. Though no lawyer can predict or promise a particular result in your case, why would anyone not choose a skilled and seasoned criminal law specialist when freedom is at stake? Do your homework before choosing the lawyer who will represent you, then choose carefully and wisely.

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