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Are You Being Investigated Under Antiracketeering Laws?

If you have been charged with racketeering or are being investigated, consult a Franconia attorney who knows the antiracketeering law and can mount an aggressive defense for you. If you are convicted on racketeering charges you can be faced with heavy fines and even a prison sentence.

Antiracketeering Laws Aim to Prevent Unlawful Exploitation for Profit

Racketeering is the commission of a pattern of crimes and the conspiracy to commit the crimes. Racketeering is involves the operation of an enterprise that makes money through unlawful means such as fraud, extortion, bribery, or exploitation. The laws provide penalties to deter the exploitation and corruption of individuals, public officials, police, and legitimate businesses and labor unions.

How an Attorney Can Help

An attorney can often resolve your particular legal issue faster and better than trying to do it alone. A lawyer can help you navigate the legal system, while avoiding costly mistakes or procedural errors. You should seek out an attorney whose practice focuses on the area of law most relevant to your issue.

The Importance of a Good Consultation

The goal of an initial consultation is to find an attorney you are comfortable working with and someone who can help you understand your options under the law. Seek to understand the relevant legal experience the attorney brings to your case. While it is not realistic to expect an attorney to resolve your legal issue during an initial consultation, you should gain a level of comfort with his/her ability to do so. A good consultation can clarify issues, raise pertinent questions and considerations for your case, and help you make an informed decision towards resolving your legal issue.

Tips on Hiring an Experienced Lawyer with Antiracketeering Cases

The more experienced a lawyer is in legal practice, the more likely he/she will be able to bring about a successful resolution to your issue. Since experience matters, lawyers who've been practicing law for many years (with a successful track record) tend to be in high demand. You should look for information about a lawyer's experience and ask questions during the initial meeting. It's a very good idea to ask the lawyer how many years he/she has been practicing law and the expected outcome of your case.

Common legal terms explained

Plaintiff - a person or party who brings a lawsuit against another person(s) or party/parties in a court of law. Private persons or parties can only file suit in civil court.

Judgment - A decision of the court. Also known as a decree or order. Judgments handed down by the court are usually binding on the parties before the court.

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