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Fraud
Fraud is a type of crime characterized by deceit for the personal gain of another. Types of fraud include: counterfeiting, false advertising, identity theft, and many more.
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Is it child support fraud if child does not live with parent receiving the support?
No, it's a matter for the obligor to report the situation to the court, and either request a modification of support, and/or custody order as soon as they discover that the child is not living with the custodial parent. The court can investigate the situation.
Statute of limitations for irs fraud?
For non-criminal statue of limitations it is typically 3 years, but with certain exceptions can go to six years.
To clarify:
3 Years: The IRS has 3 years from the date that you file a return to audit the return and make changes.
6 Years: If you under-report income by 25% there is a six year statute of limitation for assessment instead of 3.
No Statute of Limitations: if there is a "willful attempt to evade or defeat tax", there is no statute of limitations for assessment. The IRS can audit your return at anytime if they can prove fraud or evasion.
The ten year statute of limitations that is referenced above is for the collection of tax. Once tax has been assessed (either through the filing of a return or through an audit of a return within the assessment statute of limitation timeframes) the IRS has ten years to collect the tax from you.
What was the fraud by Marsh and Mclennan Companies?
They worked with other major insurers to rig the bidding process among each other, so that when people came to them they would have to pay more money.
Who has the burden of proof in fraud civil claims?
While the Law is an extremely complicated subject, and only an attorney is competent to say for sure, in general it is the responsibility of the accuser, or Plaintiff, to prove that what he/she says is true.
What is someone that does fraud called?
They are sometimes referred to as "Confidence Men" because they gain your trust in order to rob you. But in reality they are: Criminals.
Can you file charges against spouse for credit card fraud?
Depends on the state you live in and the circumstances. Some states have abollished adultery/fornification laws altogether. Others fail to enforce them because of claims of "invasion of personal privacy". Even if your state does have an adultery/fornification law it may not allow your wife to "file" charges. Most state's only allow citizens to report crimes and it is the state's law enforcement agencies responsibility to investigate the crime for probable cause and makes arrests if they deem a crime may have been committed. Its the state's judicial system that "files" charges and then prosecutes the crime. The final catch here is burden of proof. In other words they have to have evidence and/or witnesses who can testify that it actually happened. Hard to do and not invade ones privacy if in fact they then fail to prove it happened, thus the privacy issues prevent investigation , much less prosecution. In some states adultery is only considered when settling divorce cases. In these states it is sometimes considered for due cause for the divorce, and in others it may affect who gets what in the division of assets. All that being said many states have tiptoed around their own adultery laws and simply failed to make arrests or prosecute the individuals. Another justification many states use to not prosecute crimes like adultery is their claim that they are too overburdened by crimes like theft, drugs and murder to bother with prosecuting crimes like adultery. It is better to know than to guess...find out the law for your state
Yes, it IS fraud, and the estate should NOT pay the debt, instead the trustee should turn in the criminal to the credit card company and point out that the estate of the deceased is not responsible for any debt incured after the death date. This would be fraud. I am sorry for your loss, and all of the trouble that you and your family are going through now. God Bless:)
What are examples of legal fraud?
Types of criminal fraud include:
- bait and switch
- bankruptcy fraud
- benefit fraud, committing fraud to get government benefits
- counterfeit
- charlatanism (psychic and occult),
- confidence tricks such as the 419 fraud and Spanish Prisoner
- selling counterfeit goods which are not what they claim to be, e.g., designer clothing, fake works of art, archaeological objects, etc.
- creation of false companies or "long firms"
- embezzlement, taking money which one has been entrusted with on behalf of another party
- false advertising
- false billing
- false insurance claims
- forgery of documents or signatures,
- health fraud, for example selling of products known not to be effective, such as quack medicines,
- identity theft
- investment frauds, such as Ponzi schemes and Pyramid schemes
- Religious fraud
- marriage fraud to obtain immigration rights without entitlement
- rigged gambling games such as the shell game
- securities frauds such as pump and dump
- taking payment for goods ordered with no intention of delivering them
- tax fraud, not reporting revenue or illegally avoiding taxes (tax evasion). Iin some countries tax fraud is also prosecuted under false billing or tax forgery
Is the Shroud of Turin true or fraud?
There is no record of the shroud during the first centuries of the Christian era, it is first mentioned in the 14th century, having been found in the Diocese of Troyes. Originally, the shroud was believed a forgery, even by the Church. The pope set up an inquiry to formally examine it and from their findings it was soon believed authentic.
Some tests, conducted by three prestigious laboratories in Switzerland, England, and the United States, found the shroud to contain spores and evidence pointing to the medieval era, a period long after the death of Christ. However, spores and evidence of Palestine were also found on the shroud (plant life, coins dating to the era were placed on the body's eyes and reproduced on the shroud) indicating the shroud was much older and had been in Palestine. The medieval evidence is circumstantial to the shroud being exposed to the contaminations of where it has been.
The Shroud and the Gospel Accounts:
The Gospel writers say that the body of Jesus, after being taken from the stake by Joseph of Arimathea, was wrapped in clean fine linen. (Matthew 27:57-61; Mark 15:42-47; Luke 23:50-56) The apostle John adds: Nicodemus also came bringing a roll of myrrh and aloes, about a hundred pounds of it. So they took the body of Jesus and bound it up with bandages with the spices, just the way the Jews have the custom of preparing for burial. John 19:39-42.
The Jews customarily washed the dead and then used oils and spices to anoint the body. (Matthew 26:12; Acts 9:37) On the morning following the Sabbath, women friends of Jesus intended to complete the preparation of his body, which had already been laid in a tomb. However, when they arrived with their spices the body of Jesus was not in the tomb! (Mark 16:1-6; Luke 24:1-3).
What did Peter find when he came shortly afterward and entered the tomb? The eyewitness John reported: He viewed the linen clothes lying (Vulgate), also the cloth that had been upon his head not lying with the cloth but separately rolled up in one place. (John 20:6,7).
The Christian writers of the third and fourth centuries, many of whom wrote about a host of miracles in connection with numerous relics, did not mention the existence of a shroud containing the image of Jesus. What happened to it at this time, if it did exist, is unknown.
Currently science is unable to explain the Shroud or date it. The push for it to be a medieval forgery has become bogged down with modern science, which has revealed that the shroud imprint is not merely a natural photographic negative but also can be scanned and rendered into an accurate 3D reproduction of the body. Also, the coins imprinted into the shroud had been placed over the body's eyes - they are found to correspond to the region and era where died. To create such a thing is far beyond medieval skill, let alone modern science.
The Vatican venerates the shroud as authentic.
AnswerHistory of the Shroud of Turin
Historical documentation shows that prior to 1355 A.D. the Shroud was displayed in the cities of Jerusalem, Edessa (500) and Constantinople (1092). Also, King Louis VII of France venerated the Shroud in Constantinople in 1147. We also know that during August 1203, Robert de Clari, a French crusader, reported seeing the Shroud in Constantinople.
The next historical citing place of the Shroud is France, in that it passed to the possession of the De Charny family of Lirey. Probably the Shroud was obtained during the Crusades and brought to Europe. The Shroud was later given to House of Savoy, and subsequently moved to Cathedral of Turin on Sept. 14, 1578.
Artistic imitations of the Shroud were displayed during the medieval period in Chambery, France; Lierre, Belgium; and Acireale, Sicily. Pierre D'Arcis's letter to the anti-pope, Clement VII, is not considered a reliable assessment of the Shroud's authenticity. In addition, do we know that he was assessing the Shroud in question, or was it one of the imitations?
Comparison of expectations with the Shroud of Turin
The next points concern the discussion of a comparison of expectations with the Shroud. First, it is assumed by some that burial spices of the kinds used have not been detected. However, traces have been found (see below). Also, Dr. Max Frei of the University of Zurich and founder of the Zurich Criminal Police's Scientific Service found, among other things, pollen from halophytes, which are adapted to a high salt content region such as is almost exclusively found around the Dead Sea.
In addition, the blood stains and body imprints on the Shroud are very consistent with the ancient Roman method of whipping and crucifixion. The Shroud reveals over 120 wound sites. Such an image could not have been painted because, first, medieval artists did not possess the skills of painting detailed human anatomy, as is clearly seen from the period's art. Second, unlike most artists' depictions of Christ being nailed in the hands, the victim of crucifixion in the Shroud was nailed in the wrist between the radius and ulna so that he could hang securely on the cross. This fact about Roman crucifixion methods was not known to medieval artists. Also, the nails at the wrist would have penetrated a nerve and caused the thumbs to snap into the palm. Accordingly, the thumbs of the man in the Shroud are hidden due to this nailing.
When one conducts a serious and open-minded study of the Shroud, he will see that the Shroud is completely consistent with what we would expect from someone crucified by Roman methods in the time of Christ. The consistent facts are too numerous to be discussed here.
Scientific analysis
Regarding scientific analysis, the STURP team stated the following: "We can conclude for now that the Shroud image is that of a real human form of a scourged, crucified man. It is not the product of an artist. The blood stains are composed of hemoglobin and also give a positive test for serum albumin. The image is an ongoing mystery and until further chemical studies are made, perhaps by this group of scientists, or perhaps by some scientist in the future, the problem remains unsolved."
It is a fact that the blood stains are consistent with a body lying horizontal, while the hair fall is consistent with a body upright or risen. Rather than such facts contradicting the authenticity of the Shroud, they reveal something significant, a significance not seen by the skeptic.
Blood stains or paint?
Dr. John Jackson of the STURP team produced a three-dimensional picture from the Shroud. A regular two-dimensional image, such as that of a painting or a photograph, will only produce a badly contorted image in the VP-8 screen. However, when actual depth is shown by less light the VP-8 produces a three-dimensional picture. This evidence confirms that the Shroud is not like a painting.
Contrary to some claims, the STURP team determined that the stains were human blood of the AB group. This finding has been corroborated by others: Professor Pierluigi Baima Bollone, Professor of Medicine at the University of Turin, reported in 1978 that the blood stains were indeed human blood with traces of aloes and myrrh and belonging to the group AB. World renowned French geneticist Professor Jerome Lejeune also concluded that the blood sample he obtained was human hemoglobin.
Furthermore, Dr. Alan Adler, an expert on porphyrins, and Dr. John Heller, MD, studied the blood flecks on the STURP sampling tapes [Heller and Adler, Applied Optics 19, (16) 1980]. They converted the heme into its parent porphyrin, and interpreted the spectra taken of blood spots by Gilbert and Gilbert. Adler and Heller concluded that the blood flecks are real blood. In addition to that, the x-ray-fluorescence spectra taken by STURP showed excess iron in blood areas, as expected for blood.
Radiocarbon dating
The 1988 test sample was not representative of the whole. It was taken from a patched area of the Shroud. The Shroud may have been patched during the Middle Ages, but we know of documentation of patching that took place during the 16th century. The patched-in material was colored with alizarin dye extracted from Madder plant roots. Very few scholars today, if any, think that the earlier 1988 carbon 14 dating of the Shroud of Turin, reported in the journal "Nature", is correct.
Robert Villarreal and a team of scientists at the Los Alamos National Laboratory have demonstrated conclusively that the 1988 carbon dating is invalid. Villarreal states:
"[T]he age-dating process failed to recognize one of the first rules of analytical chemistry that any sample taken for characterization of an area or population must necessarily be representative of the whole. The part must be representative of the whole. Our analyses of the three thread samples taken from the Raes and C-14 sampling corner showed that this was not the case."
What will happen if you fake someones signature?
Depends on the intensity of the faked document. If you fake property related documents you might probably be jailed.
It also depends on how high-profile the document is and you are. A lot of public embarrassment could follow when you are found out. Fraud is illegal, and there can be big penalties. If you claim an academic degree you don't really have, and then you end up as superintendent of schools and someone looks up your record, you are going to be publicly humilated all over the newspapers and forced to resign. This happened in my city. If you forge a potentially valuable document and try to sell it, you're a criminal.
How can keep from being a victim of fraud?
Eternal vigilance.Remember-if it looks or sounds too good to be true,it's probably a scam.Sadly,scams and frauds come in all sorts of shapes and sizes-and disguises.As far as identity fraud is concerned,invest in a shredding machine and use it regularly for all your personal correspondence-especially old bills and bank statements.
What is the difference between a computer hacker and a computer fraud?
A hacker is someone who take time on a computer to learn how to manipulate the system and have access to the system.
Hacking is the process of manipulating data in order to get into the system without permision
Is IFA insurance company a fraud?
I am not aware of any widespread fraud allegations against IFA Auto Insurance Company. IFA is a legitimate insurance company that provides car insurance policies to customers in several states in the US.
However, as with any company, it is important to be aware of any potential red flags or warning signs. For example, if an insurance company is not licensed to do business in your state, or if they are not able to provide you with a valid insurance policy, then it may be a fraud.
It's always a good idea to check the company's background and reputation. You can check the company's rating with independent rating agencies such as A.M. Best, Standard & Poor's and Moody's, as well as consumer reviews and complaints on websites such as the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) or the Better Business Bureau (BBB).
If you have any doubts or concerns about the legitimacy of an insurance company, I would recommend contacting your state's insurance commissioner's office for more information or to file a complaint.
How do you figure the cost of workman's comp into payroll?
Worker's compensation is calculated by the type of job an employee does. Each job classification is rated by the underwriter according to risk, then the worker's comp premium is multiplied by the gross dollar amounts paid to employees.
An officer of a corporation and other select employees can opt out of worker's comp. Also, if an employee works overtime, the straight time is subject to worker's comp, but the "half" of "time and a half" is not.
How long on record does fraud and deception last.?
Fraud and deception can remain on record indefinitely, depending on the context and jurisdiction. For instance, criminal records related to fraud may persist for many years, while financial records like credit reports typically show derogatory marks for seven to ten years. In some cases, fraudulent activities can have lasting reputational impacts, affecting personal or business relationships well beyond the formal record retention periods.
Unless you're being denied an apartment because of a legally protected status (i.e., gender, race, religion), it's perfectly legal for a landlord to deny your application. If he's denying it because of the fraud alert, he may be a little uneccessarily jumpy regarding your credit issues, whether they're your fault or not. Make sure there's no other reason he's rejecting the application.
Why not? A volunteer fire fighter is the lifeline for more people in rural areas than we like to think about. And that sets aside the volunteer with a city department (where fire fighters unions still permit them) who provides that extra manpower when the sky is red and the chips are down. The selfless service these empowered individuals provide saves lives and reduces property damage and loss. The volunteer will be trained, and training is a good thing. Departments train volunteers to do all the things that paid fire fighters do, and maybe some more. (Who ever heard of a big urban fire department training one man live line and ladder, hmm?) So you'll get training, and a lot of it. Very useful stuff, too, particularly the first aid and emergency medical course work you'll have to go through. You may be at, say, a fast food restaurant and use it to good effect before any firefighter or EMT can appear. You will have been a "first responder" in the finest traditions of public service. There is the "awareness factor" associated with this line of service that will make you a safer citizen, too. Your home and business will be less of a fire (or other) hazard, and your will help family, friends and neighbors make changes to improve the chances that something untoward will jump off there. We could go on, but you get the picture. Becoming a volunteer fire fighter is not for everyone, and not everyone can do it. But, if you have the will and the skill, you may be able to take up some of the slack in your community. And there is usually a bit more slack than anyone is willing to admit, particularly when something big and "unpredictable" transpires. Make an inquiry with any fire fighter you see, go to any (manned) fire station, or get on the phone and make some calls. If you're interested, that is. Good luck making the grade.
Herbalife has faced accusations of operating as a pyramid scheme, with critics arguing that its business model heavily relies on recruitment rather than actual product sales. In 2016, the company settled with the Federal Trade Commission, agreeing to restructure its business practices and pay a substantial fine. While some individuals have found success with Herbalife, others have reported losses, leading to ongoing debate about the legitimacy of its business practices. Ultimately, whether it is considered fraud often depends on individual experiences and perspectives.
A warrant will be issued for their arrest.
Can a fraud victim ever reclaim their excellent credit score?
Fraud Victim I have found not much. Had Fraud case against my mother. Go to your better business B. fill out forms .. Start there. Make a letter and have it notarized stating your innocence. Send to all company's that are involved with your credit. Now wait 10 years. Now you have good credit.
Basic you have to start all over again. Try and get a new SS number. Start with small purchases. $100.00 loans. Pay off quickly. 2 Payments. Every time you make a new credit it goes to BBB. Every time you pay it off it goes to BBB. Do this for 2-3 years. You can regain your credit standing. It may be new credit, but it is better than no credit.
Is Patricia Sturla Studios a fraud?
WikiAnswers is all about providing objective answers to questions. In this case, such a question cannot be answered objectively. If you want different opinions, reviews and testimonials about the credibility of a modeling agency, school or related organization, it is better to look up the name of the company through sites like the Better Business Bureau or by doing a basic online search and including keywords like "scam", "reviews", etc. Using those targeted keywords will give you sites that will report any issues people may have reported in their experience with those agencies or modeling schools. Those are the best resources to use in order to find out if a certain agency or school is worth looking into or not.
When might a statement of opinion form the basis of fraud?
Ordinarily, a statement of opinion made by a party typically does not form a basis for actionable fraud. An opinion in this context is best describe as a person's belief that a fact exists, a statement regarding a future event, or a judgment about quality, value or authenticity. A statement of opinion may form a basis for fraud if it is made by an expert with special knowledge, declared in a manner so as to be construed as true, there is a special relationship or trust between the parties, or some other special reason which would allow reasonable reliance on the statement as truth.
