Experienced in Fraud Defense in New York City
Facing fraud charges can be very intimidating. It is important to have an experienced criminal lawyer on your side that will relentlessly fight for your rights. George Vomvolakis has experience working on many types of fraud cases, and his winning record speaks for itself. He has also worked on cases involving RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act) and other enterprise corruption.
If you have been accused of fraud of any sort, it is easy to become overwhelmed with fear and anxiety. You need a lawyer you can rely on to win your case. George Vomvolakis has a winning record, and he can help you. In recent years, Vomvolakis successfully defended an attorney that was being accused of mail fraud. All charges were dropped after the defense investigation affirmed that the client was indeed innocent. In civil court, Vomvolakis has also proved to be more than efficient. He has won a variety of civil cases. For instance, he victoriously represented an internet marketing company that was charged with domain name hijacking and trademark violations.
Common Fraud Charges
The primary felony fraud charges in New York are insurance fraud and welfare fraud. Defrauding the government or having any involvement in schemes to commit fraud can also be charged as felonies. In addition to these felonies, there are numerous misdemeanor fraud charges that can be brought about. These include fraudulently obtaining a signature, fraudulent accosting, fraudulent disposition of mortgaged property or defrauding a security interest. Whether you are charged with a misdemeanor or a felony, you deserve the best legal representation available, and that is what you will get with George Vomvolakis.
Insurance fraud and welfare fraud are classified into five degrees of offense based on the monetary value defrauded. Fifth degree insurance fraud and welfare fraud are both misdemeanor crimes. Fourth degree fraud occurs when the amount stolen is over $1,000 and the crime is considered a felony. If the amount missing is greater than $3,000 it is considered a third degree felony. A second degree felony takes place when the amount defrauded is greater than $50,000. First degree felony fraud charges are implemented when the amount embezzled is more than $1,000,000. Penalties for fraud include fines and prison time, and they vary based on the degree of the crime.
George Vomvolakis has proved over and over again that he wins cases. Contact a New York fraud lawyer at the law offices of George Vomvolakis at (212) 682-0700 today.
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