There are similarities and differences between the two. While the same standard of proof for a conviction applies, how a case is handled between State and Federal Courts differs drastically. In resolving [...]
In Federal Court, all crimes are provided a base offense level. Your base offense level is then adjusted upward or downward depending on your involvement in the case, and the offense characteristics [...]
No. The Federal Sentencing Guidelines are no longer mandatory by decision of the Supreme Court. They provide a set of factors that a Judge must account for when issuing an appropriate sentence. [...]
Criminal cases involve allegations that a crime was committed. In criminal cases the government is seeking a conviction. Charges are prosecuted by local District Attorney’s Offices, the New York State Attorney General, [...]
This is a very difficult question to answer, but it could be both. Many investigations start as civil inquiries and end up identifying criminal actions. The same is also true for criminal [...]
Yes. Although it is rare, you can be charged with the same offense or fact scenario in both State and Federal Courts. State and Federal Prosecutors will usually get together and decide [...]
An internal investigation is when a company has some indication or allegation of wrongdoing or improper actions by its employees or corporate officers and the company wants to determine, what, if any, [...]
There is no definite answer to this question, however the sooner the better after potential misconduct is discovered. When a company has knowledge of alleged impropriety, it is best for the company [...]
There is no exact formula or way to conduct an internal investigation. The allegation of wrongdoing or impropriety depends on the scope of the investigation. Most internal investigations include reviewing materials such [...]
This again depends on the nature and scope of the allegation and wrongdoing. Depending on the investigation, it will be important to determine whether the investigation should be conducted by outside counsel, [...]