Money Laundering and the Government’s Burden of Proof
Convicting someone of money laundering means the prosecution must show the defendant knowingly engaged in a financial transaction that was designed to conceal or disguise the origins of illegally obtained funds. This can be difficult to do, as the prosecution must also show that the defendant had the intent to defraud. Additionally, the prosecution must […]
Government Contract Fraud: What Every Vendor or Contractor Must Know
Government contract fraud is a serious crime that can result in significant fines and prison time. If you have been charged with this type of crime, it is important to seek experienced legal representation as soon as possible. An experienced criminal defense attorney will be able to assess the specific facts of your case and […]
What is Tax Evasion? An Overview of This White-Collar Crime
Tax evasion is the illegal act of avoiding or underpaying taxes. According to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), tax evasion includes any deliberate attempt to avoid paying taxes, whether through filing a false return, hiding assets, or failing to file a return altogether. Tax evasion is considered a felony and is punishable by up to […]
Featured in Forbes and Fortune
The Law Office of John R. Teakell is proud to announce that founder and lead counsel, John Teakell, has been featured in two prestigious national magazines – Forbes and Fortune. In these magazines, Mr. Teakell is profiled as the only white-collar criminal defense attorney in the Dallas/Fort Worth legal market. The article heralds Mr. Teakell’s […]