Reference no: EM132383132

Discussion 1

First Question: You have just been hired by an accounting firm that focuses on fraud investigation.  You first task is to gather evidence about suspected embezzlement by the accounting manager.  What evidence would you gather to prove embezzlement and how would you gather that evidence?  Keep in mind this case will probable go to trial.   Be sure to provide examples to back up your opinion and use authoritative sources (including peer reviewed articles from the library, Fraud Examiners Manual, etc).

Second Question:

You mention looking at phone and travel records in this case. What exactly would you be looking for to prove embezzlement in this case?

Discussion 2

First Question : Research, using authoritative sources (including peer reviewed articles and cases from the library, Fraud Examiners Manual, etc)  two similar fraud cases.  One case that was tried in a civil court and one that was tried in a criminal court (Westlaw is the best database to use).  Compare and contrast the outcomes of both cases.  Give a brief overview of the cases as you compare them.  Finally, discuss any current techniques and/or legislation that is being developed to combat the fraud you used in your example.