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Federal Identity Theft Law

Don’t Go Down for Identity Theft – Understanding 18 U.S.C. § 1028

Identity theft is the unauthorized possession or use of someone else’s personal identifying...
penalties for tax evasion

Tax Evasion Penalties: What You Need to Know

The year has flown by, and tax season is approaching again. As you gather documents, a nervous pit...
can the police bring you in for questioning without a warrant

Can the Police Bring You in for Questioning Without a Warrant in Texas?

Have you ever wondered if the police can show up at your door and force you to go downtown...
mail and wire fraud examples

Don’t Get Charged with Mail or Wire Fraud – 10 Illegal Schemes to Avoid

We’ve all gotten that suspicious email from a “prince” promising millions if you help move...
federal sentencing guidelines

Federal Sentencing Guidelines and Amendment 821: What You Should Know

The U.S. Sentencing Commission (U.S.S.C) has made a groundbreaking decision that could...
minimum mandatory sentencing

Minimum Mandatory Sentencing: When Do Mandatory Sentences Apply?

When it comes to justice and law, one topic that generates a lot of discussion is minimum mandatory...
Congrats to Ryne for being selected for Best Lawyers 2023!

Congrats to Ryne (Best Lawyers 2023)!

Whalen Law Office would like to congratulate Partner Ryne Sandel for being selected by Best Lawyers...
Whalen Law Office is proud to have had Mason join us as our intern this year

Whalen Law Office is proud to have had Mason join us as our intern this year

Whalen Law Office is proud to have had Mason join us as our intern this year. During his year...
The Will Smith Slap: Was it Assault?

Melissa Lucio: What happens next?

So if you’ve been following the news and the headlines regarding the Melissa Lucio case here...