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When a person cannot qualify for a mortgage on their own, often due to low income, insufficient credit history, or a high debt-to-income ratio, they may ask someone to co-sign the loan. A co-signer is typically a family member or trusted friend who agrees to take on legal responsibility for the mortgage if the borrower fails to make payments.

Being accused of investment fraud or participating in a Ponzi Scheme is a serious matter that can lead to significant penalties in Ontario, including jail time, restitution orders, travel restrictions, and a lasting mark on your professional reputation

Depending on the circumstances of your case, you will likely receive a plea deal, and you will be given the choice to accept the agreement or go to trial. This decision should not be made lightly. Working with a skilled and experienced criminal fraud lawyer like Robert Karrass at Karrass Law, you will receive tailored guidance that is based on the specifics of your case and the evidence on the...

Mortgage fraud involves the deliberate misrepresentation of information to secure mortgage financing under false pretenses. Whether the fraud is committed by borrowers, real estate professionals, or third parties, it can result in serious civil and criminal consequences. Now more than ever, mortgage fraud is becoming more common as housing prices increase and access to lending becomes more...

When it comes to civil litigation cases, there are often misconceptions about the differences between breaches of contract and civil fraud. It is not uncommon for these two types of civil litigation cases or terms to be interchangeable. While there can be overlap and breaches of contracts can be involved with civil fraud, they are not the same. If you are in the middle of a civil dispute,...

At the core of every legal dispute is the evidence, and that goes for civil fraud suits, too. Whether you’re the plaintiff or the defendant, the evidence that is used in trial or negotiations is key to determining the results of your case. In civil court, the burden of proof lies with the plaintiff, and it is typically lower than in criminal fraud cases.

Operating or even being accused of running a Ponzi scheme in Ontario can have serious legal ramifications, from imprisonment and fines to financial restitution and repayment orders. Homes, savings, investments, and even future earnings can be at risk if you are convicted or found liable. If you've been accused or charged with fraud related to a Ponzi scheme, contact a skilled fraud lawyer at...