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The BEST LAWYER ANYONE COULD ASK FOR!!! Todd changed our lives! He’s not JUST a lawyer representing us for a case. Todd and his office have become Family. When we entered his office in August of 2022, we entered with such anxiety, uncertainty, and so much stress. Honestly we were very lost. My husband and I felt alone. How could a lawyer who didn’t know us, know our family, know our background represents us, When this could change our lives for the next 5-7years that my husband was facing in Federal jail. By the time our free consultation was over with Todd, we left his office at ease. All our questions were answered and we had a sense of relief.
What Is Prescription Fraud?
There are several things that constitute prescription fraud. You could present yourself to a doctor or a pharmacist in a false manner just to get medications. Another situation is visiting numerous doctors or hospitals to get medications that are then used for personal use or sold to make money. This would likely need to be done in a short period of time as some doctors and hospitals will report to each other when someone makes numerous visits over time. Another example of prescription fraud is giving false information to your doctor in order to get medications. If you’re a doctor or pharmacist, you can also be charged with prescription fraud. Examples include writing prescriptions to patients and getting money for them or getting a cut of the medication that is prescribed or writing a prescription for a medication that cost more than what the patient needs. When the prescription is filled, the doctor would work with the pharmacist to get a cut of the money received when the order is filled. This would take careful planning on both parties involved.
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Most doctors have a limit of how much medication they are allowed to prescribe or how much they will willingly prescribe to one person within a certain amount of time. One of the ways that you might commit prescription fraud is by going to a few different doctors to get medications. This often occurs if you don’t let the doctor know that you’re taking medications and get the doctor to prescribe a medication that can be sold for a significant amount of money, such as a narcotic. Most of the time, those who are addicted to pain relievers or stronger medications will visit various doctors without telling any of them about current medications. People who work in hospitals or doctor’s offices often commit this kind of prescription fraud as well because they can get medications from their employer as well as other physicians.
What Are Some Of The Charges Related To Prescription Fraud?
With the growing issue of prescription fraud, between 3-10 percent of money for healthcare is lost to this type of crime. Most charges are listed under the Controlled Substances Act. Each state has its own laws in place when it comes to the exact charges. Depending on the amount and type of medication will is usually indicative as to whether the crime is considered a misdemeanor or a felony. Most states will charge someone as harshly as legally possible in order to try to make an impact on the person’s life. Taking too many prescriptions can often lead to health problems or death if the person takes too much at one time. There are medications that end up in the hands of children and people who can’t take certain medications. Some people will blend medications by turning a few different drugs into a powder. This could mean serious health concerns for the person using the drug.
Most of the time, prescription drug fraud is considered a third or fourth-degree felony. If you’re charged with a third-degree felony, then there is a possibility that you’re going to be in prison for three to five years. A fourth-degree felony is usually punishable by up to 18 months in prison. Aside from spending time in jail, you have to think about the fines that are associated with the charges. These fines could be as high as $30,000.
If you are looking for a lawyer that listens, is aggressive where needed, and holds his word above all else, Todd is the best pick. I had hired multiple attorneys prior to hiring the Spodek Group for a white collar case. The first thing that stood out to me was the cost, as anyone going through the process and dealing with the system, money was tight at that time - especially after hiring and firing multiple lawyers. The cost was not as high as others which was definitely a plus. Todd's intake process was also unlike other attorneys. He took the time to actually listen. He cared. He was trying to put himself in my shoes while I was explaining the situation to him and he really took the time to understand the whole situation. Other lawyers will give you 15 mins and send you a retainer agreement. Not Todd, I think he spent almost two hours with me as I was explaining everything.Not only was he great during the onboarding process, he was supportive and very informative through the entire plea process and eventually sentencing. After hiring him, I asked if I should hire a prison consultant, he told me to save my money as he would do everything they would. He was right and held up to his word. Later on I would hear from others that went with the prison consultants that they were a waste of money - I am glad I listened to Todd!When it came time for sentencing, two days prior to sentencing, the prosecutor tried increasing my proposed prison time by almost double - apparently a normal move. Todd and his team worked with me non-stop through the weekend prior to sentencing to ensure that I was not given additional prison time. Again, he took the time to listen and came up with a strategy to explain the case with great detail.Unfortunately, I did plead guilty as that was my best option. Todd and his whole team wrote up nearly 300 pages of a summary of what happened and why I should not be given prison time. If I breakdown the amount I spent with Todd versus the amount of work that I saw being done, I am shocked I was not charged four times as much. The other benefit was, a lot of criminal defense lawyers were just a single attorney with a paralegal or two. Todd had a team of people that I dealt with (5-7 people that I interacted with), but he was ALWAYS accessible. It would never take him more than an hour to reply unless he was in court.I was sentenced to prison and I was emotionally distraught. Todd and his team did whatever they could even after sentencing to make sure I was alright. He personally stayed in touch with my family to ensure I was doing alright and offered support to them. Most lawyers would consider the job complete at sentencing, not Todd.After prison, Todd still spent time with me to make sure I was on the right track and avoiding any potential risks in the future. He has also been giving advice on how to navigate probation etc and has not been looking at the clock for billing.Although I wish I had never been arrested in the first place, I am glad I had Todd and his team in my corner. Without them I likely would have had to spend a lot more time in prison than I did.Thank you, Todd, and the entire Spodek Law team, for helping turn what was a nightmare into a manageable situation!
I am immensely grateful to the entire team at Spodek Law Group for their unwavering dedication and exceptional expertise throughout my case. From our initial consultation to the final resolution, their professionalism and tireless advocacy made all the difference. Their strategic approach and attention to detail instilled confidence in me every step of the way.Thanks to their hard work and commitment, we achieved a truly favorable outcome that exceeded my expectations. Not only did they navigate the complexities of my case with precision, but they also provided invaluable support and guidance during what was undoubtedly a challenging time. I cannot recommend Spodek Law Group highly enough, especially attorneys Todd Spodek and Claire Banks; they are beacons of excellence in the legal profession.YSP.
Todd, Ralph and Alex are amazing. Helped my husband get from a double digit number with multiple charges to a single digit, by the time I blink he will be out. They very professional and help with all your needs. They dealt with my anxiety and worry very well and they understand that your family member needs to get home as soon as possible.
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I don’t know where to start, I can write a novel about this firm, but one thing I will say is that having my best interest was their main priority since the beginning of my case which was back in Winter 2019. Miss Claire Banks, one of the best Attorneys in the firm represented me very well and was very professional, respectful, and truthful. Not once did she leave me in the dark, in fact she presented all options and routes that could possibly be considered for my case and she reinsured me that no matter what I decided to do, her and the team will have my back and that’s exactly what happened. Not only will I be liberated from this case, also, I will enjoy my freedom and continue to be a mother to my first born son and will have no restrictions with accomplishing my goals in life. Now that’s what I call victory!! I thank the Lord, My mother, Claire, and the Spodek team for standing by me and fighting with me. Words can’t describe how grateful I am to have the opportunity to work with this team. I’m very satisfied, very pleased with their performance, their hard work, and their diligence.Thank you team!
I recently had Spodek Law Group represent me for a legal matter in NYC and I am thoroughly impressed with their services.Alex Zhik secured the best possible outcome for my case.It was a seamless journey from the initial consultation to the resolution of my legal matter. From the moment I spoke to Todd about my case, his enthusiasm to help was evident, setting a positive tone for the entire experience. The efficiency and professionalism displayed by the team is commendable.A particularly noteworthy aspect of their service is their user-friendly portal to upload your documents/evidence. This not only simplified the process, but showcases their commitment to streamline the client experience.Lastly, in an industry where legal fees can often be a concern, I found their pricing to be very reasonable, making needing legal assistance feel accessible and stress-free.I am grateful for their support and wouldn't hesitate to turn to them again in the future.
The type of fraud committed will play a part on how the judge sentences you in court. If it’s a first offense and you have an overall clean background, then the judge might offer probation, especially if the medication was for personal consumption instead of being sold to other people. Some judges might dismiss the charges altogether or offer a prayer for judgment. If you are charged with the same type of crime in the future, then the judge likely won’t be as lenient.
How Can An Attorney Help
If you’re charged with prescription fraud, you need to seek the help of an attorney. Present all of the information that you have about why you got the prescriptions and what they were used for so that the attorney can plan the best defense. An attorney will also look at whether the fraud committed was found in a manner that was legal. Illegal search and seizure is an example of a defense. The doctor could use acting in good faith as a defense if he didn’t know that there were other medications involved.
