While “white collar” crimes are widely viewed as not being punished as severely as they should be, those who have spent years in federal prison and paid substantial fines would disagree. That’s why if you learn that you’re being investigated for some type of white...
When importing prestige or other brand name goods from abroad, importers and other buyers rely in part on the reputation of supplier businesses and vendors, as well as on photographs and certifications for the products. Unfortunately, even those who perform their due...
International shipments are critical for some companies and individuals, so getting them in a timely manner is important. One thing that some people may not realize is how much paperwork goes into these shipments. When documents are incomplete, inconsistent or...
Perishable spoilage is among the leading types of cargo loss reported in international trade. Businesses that sell perishable goods are highly likely to deal with this issue. This includes sellers of fresh produce (vegetables and fruits), dairy (milk, yogurt, butter,...
White collar crimes are often financially motivated and based around businesses and corporations. If you have been accused of embezzlement, for example, it makes sense that the police may want to search your corporate offices, electronic filing systems, computer...
The value of any country’s currency can fluctuate based on any number of factors over which its businesses may have no control. Many U.S. companies that buy materials and finished products from foreign suppliers prefer to pay for them in U.S. dollars (USD) rather than...
Transporting imported goods via shipping container is relatively cost-effective, if slow. Provided that importers can wait for raw materials or merchandise to arrive, they can limit transportation costs through maritime cargo transportation. However, goods shipped...
Importers and others whose businesses rely heavily on items acquired through foreign trade could find themselves the subject of federal investigations. When there are questions about international trade practices, the matter could lead to a criminal investigation. If...
Customs processing for international shipping can drastically extend delivery timelines for international shipments. In some cases, questions about the contents of a shipment might lead to intensive review and delays lasting months or longer. In those scenarios, those...
When most people hear the term “white collar” criminal offenses, they think of bribery, embezzlement and fraud. There’s another offense that’s often referred to as “tunneling” or “corporate looting.” Tunneling, which sometimes includes other white collar crimes,...