Category: Fraud

What Types of Financial Fraud Will Increase During the COVID-19 Pandemic?

04/14/2020
Hilder & Associates, P.C
Fraud, White Collar Crimes

The Texas Securities Board (TSB) has issued an investor alert and guidance to protect the public from white-collar criminals and fraudsters from exploiting the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic for financial gain. Fraudsters will use recent events to lure investors into…

Prosecution under the Covid-19 Paycheck Protection Program

04/07/2020
Hilder & Associates, P.C
Financial Crimes, Fraud

By Philip Hilder April 5, 2020 The Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security (CARES) ACT provides $350 billion to assist small businesses in keeping their workers employed during the pandemic crises. The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) is administered by…

DOJ Prioritizes Prosecution of COVID-19 Fraud

04/01/2020
Hilder & Associates, P.C
Financial Crimes, Fraud

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has prioritized the detection, investigation, and prosecution of illegal fraud relating to the COVID-19 pandemic. The DOJ has made clear that it will not tolerate fraudsters who take advantage of Americans’ fear and exploit…

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