ORANGE COUNTY FRAUD
DEFENSE LAWYER

Defending Clients Facing Fraud Charges in California 

Since California takes fraud accusations seriously, some can be filed automatically as a felony offense. Some fraud charges are considered federal crimes that can be taken to a federal court for trial and conclusion. No matter the fraud charge you face or where it will be handled, The Law Office of Jacqueline Goodman is uniquely qualified to defend your rights and present a strong case against the prosecution.

Attorney Jacqueline Goodman can argue cases before the United States Supreme Court. She can represent you at each step if your fraud case climbs the courts through appeals. Very few defense lawyers in Orange County or even all of California can make the same claim.

Call The Law Offices of Jacqueline Goodman today at (714) 266-3945 or contact us online to schedule a meeting with our fraud attorney in Orange County!

What is Fraud?

Fraud involves deceptive practices intended to secure an unfair or unlawful gain. At its core, fraud is misleading or deceiving another party to obtain something of value, such as money, property, or services, through dishonesty. It encompasses a range of activities where deceitful actions are used to achieve an unlawful benefit.

Fraud can occur in various contexts, including financial transactions, business dealings, and personal relationships. The key elements of fraud typically include:

• Intentional Deception: Fraud requires that the perpetrator knowingly and deliberately deceives another party.
• Material Misrepresentation: The deception involves providing false information or misrepresenting facts.
• Reliance: The victim must reasonably rely on the false information provided.
• Resulting Harm: The fraudulent action must result in harm or loss to the victim, such as financial damage or property loss.

Understanding what constitutes fraud is not just crucial, it's empowering. It helps in recognizing and defending against such accusations. If you are facing fraud charges or need assistance with a fraud-related matter, Attorney Jacqueline Goodman can provide expert guidance and representation.

Common Types of Fraud Charges 

Some of the most common forms of fraud in Orange County are:

• Auto insurance fraud often occurs when someone fakes an accident or lies about the value of their claim to get more benefits than they would typically get through their insurance policy.
• Health insurance fraud: Anyone from doctors and hospital management staff to pharmacists can be involved. Offenses can include overcharging for medical services, receiving kickbacks for specific prescriptions, or violating California's Medi-Cal laws.
• Unemployment fraud: You can never attempt to increase, reduce, or deny unemployment benefits. This includes collecting benefits in multiple states or intentionally lying about why an employee was terminated. This can also involve workers' compensation fraud or welfare fraud.
• Check and credit card fraud: Any time you make, use, or possess a check intending to defraud the payee, you could be charged with check fraud based on California’s white collar crime laws. Credit card fraud generally occurs when someone fraudulently uses another person's credit or debit card, such as after stealing it.
• Real estate and mortgage fraud: One of the most frequently prosecuted types of fraud in the larger metropolitan areas of California is foreclosure fraud, which is illegal property flipping and rent-skimming. Inflating rent prices without a valid reason can also constitute real estate fraud.
• Securities fraud involves tricking or coercing investors to make decisions on fake information for your own gain. It is often referred to as stock fraud or investment fraud, and it can involve altering financial statements to encourage investment or lying about a company's value.