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Why Smart People Make Dumb Decisions: The Power of The Fraud Triangle
In this video, I break down the “fraud triangle”—a concept that explains how small, bad decisions can snowball into life-shattering consequences. It’s […]
Justin Paperny
Jan 7, 2025
Webinar Replay: The Sentencing Narrative
Our interactive workshop today focused on one of the critical aspects of a defendant’s journey—the sentencing narrative. It’s a topic that impacts […]
Justin Paperny
Jan 6, 2025
Federal Judge Reveals How To Prepare For Sentencing
One of the most common sentiments I heard from people in federal prison was regret—not doing more to prepare for sentencing. They […]
Justin Paperny
Jan 6, 2025
The Truth About Federal Prison Violence
When I served time in federal prison, I saw very little violence. Fights were rare, and when they happened, it was usually […]
Justin Paperny
Jan 1, 2025
Webinar Replay: Highlights of 2024: Prison Professors Talent!
In our recent webinar, we revisited key concepts from 2024, including Thin Slicing and Pre-Suasion. Our Commitment to Authenticity At White Collar […]
Justin Paperny
Dec 30, 2024
5 Steps To Stay On Track In Prison Camp
During my time in federal prison, I learned the value of focus. It wasn’t easy to block out the noise and distractions […]
Justin Paperny
Dec 27, 2024
Why the Fortunate Few Often Make Federal Prison Harder
Too many make federal prison harder than it needs to be. Why? It’s easy to lose perspective while serving a prison sentence […]
Justin Paperny
Dec 25, 2024
Why Luigi Mangione Faces Solitary Confinement
CNN asked me if alleged killer Luigi Mangione would be kept in solitary confinement or isolation. Yes, he will. High-profile cases often […]
Justin Paperny
Dec 22, 2024
Considering Cooperation When You’re a Target (5K1 Motion)
When the FBI approaches, one of their first questions often is, “Is there anything you’d like to tell us?” This is not […]
Justin Paperny
Dec 21, 2024
Federal Judges See Through Fake Apologies
In this clip from my video with Dr. Phil, we discuss the importance of showing remorse during a government investigation. It’s not […]
Justin Paperny
Dec 20, 2024
Navigating a Government Investigation: A Practical Guide
If you’re reading this, you probably feel overwhelmed. Facing a government investigation wasn’t part of your plan, and seeing your name tied […]
Justin Paperny
Dec 16, 2024
The Signs You’re Under Federal Investigation (Before You Know It)
When a federal subpoena arrives or a federal agent contacts you, the reality is clear: you’re part of a federal investigation. But […]
Justin Paperny
Dec 14, 2024
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