Financial Fraud
When it comes to personal finances, people often turn to professionals in the field to help manage their
funds and investments. People often trust stockbrokers and other financial professionals to help guide
them in the purchase of stocks and other investments. If the legal analyst does not behave in a professional
manner or if he or she acts in an illegal fashion, they may face serious criminal charges.
It is important for individuals who are entrusted with other people's money to act in a responsible
manner. Given the recent scandals involving Bernie Madoff and investment funds, people are aware more
than ever of the risks involved with trusting their savings to others for investment. If you have been
wrongly charged with embezzlement, contact the Appleton criminal lawyers of Kohler, Hart & Priebe at
414-271-9595.
Common Types of Fraud
Financial fraud may include:
- Embezzlement
- Misappropriation of funds
- Unauthorized trading and investment
- Excessive trading
- Misrepresentation of actions or trades
In some cases, people may find that their financial adviser simply did not alert them to actions made
with their money, while others may find that actions were taken in order to generate more commission
for the broker. In the worst cases, persons may discover that their savings were lost through careless
or (even worse) illegal actions.
Contact Us
If you are facing criminal charges for embezzlement, misappropriation, or misrepresentation, Contact the Appleton criminal defense attorneys of Kohler, Hart & Priebe at
414-271-9595 to discuss your legal options.