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What is a RICO crime?

10/31/2020
Hilder & Associates, P.C
White Collar Crimes

You likely hear stories of confrontations between law enforcement authorities and organized crime rings and immediately dismiss the notion of you ever becoming caught up in such activity. That is what makes the news of you facing charges of…

Complying with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act

10/16/2020
Hilder & Associates, P.C
White Collar Crimes

Under the 1977 Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, an individual or a business may face charges over allegations of bribery. Examples of bribery include offering foreign officials money, services or property in exchange for profitable contracts. According to the Securities…

What does the SEC consider insider trading?

10/05/2020
Hilder & Associates, P.C
Financial Crimes

Corporate insiders, such as executives, managers and directors, regularly buy and sell securities issued by the companies they manage. Experienced market participants often monitor and view these transactions as possible trading signals. Such observations may help you to determine…

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