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Month: February 2026

Fiduciary relationships in embezzlement cases

On Behalf of Law Offices of Mark W. Fredrick | Feb 11, 2026 | White Collar Crimes

Embezzlement cases can involve different types of relationships, not just business-employee relationships. Under Penal Code § 503, embezzlement is "the fraudulent appropriation of property by a person to whom it has been intrusted." Therefore, whenever a...

Self-defense vs. assault: How the law draws the line

On Behalf of Law Offices of Mark W. Fredrick | Feb 1, 2026 | Violent Crimes

Violent encounters rarely unfold in clean or predictable ways. In moments of fear or chaos, people may act instinctively to protect themselves or others. When those moments later come under legal scrutiny, the difference between protection and prosecution can feel...