Undoubtedly, the last couple of years have been a struggle for many whose jobs and businesses suffered due to the worldwide health crisis and economic shutdown. Mississippi continues to have one of the highest unemployment rates across the country, and claims for...

Police in Gulfport and beyond are facing a startling reality. The rate of violent crimes and drug crimes has risen sharply in the past year. Agencies report that a recent series of fatal shootings in the city has heightened police awareness that they need to do more...

Ponzi schemes are among the most enticing forms of fraud because they often generate quick rewards for those who get involved early on. Through Ponzi schemes, the principal actor pays investors dividends by collecting more money from new investors. The investors...

Any time a Mississippi resident faces criminal charges, it is necessary to learn about the allegations as thoroughly as possible. Often, even if a person believes that he or she understands the charges, the possibility of addressing various criminal implications...

The federal government offered numerous programs to help small businesses keep employees on the payroll during the recent health and financial crisis. One such program was the Paycheck Protection Program, wherein business owners could apply for loans to cover payroll...

When a Mississippi defendant is facing criminal charges, his or her future and long-term interests are at stake. This is true regardless of the specific type of charges one is facing, it is especially so for those who are up against federal charges. A federal case...

No Mississippi worker wants to stand accused of a serious crime. Unfortunately, you may have recently come under investigation at your place of employment because suspicion of missing funds has circulated the workplace. Perhaps your position in accounting or other...

When federal authorities believe someone has committed a crime, they typically spend time gathering evidence and building a case. Before the case goes before a judge or jury, there are certain procedures that must occur. Since the judicial process can be complex and...

When one person handles all aspects of the collection and distribution of certain federal funding, that person is likely going to be the prime target when the money does not add up. Working without oversight may place one in a vulnerable position and open him or her...

Already facing charges in a massive embezzlement scheme involving over $4 million in welfare funds, a mother and son are now building a defense against additional charges of embezzlement from the Mississippi Department of Education. The woman and her son were...