Milwaukee RICO Lawyer

Originally enacted to combat organized crime’s infiltration into legitimate commerce, the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO) has evolved into a powerful tool for seeking redress for losses resulting from patterns of unlawful competitive conduct. RICO claims can be based on a wide range of activities, including mail and wire fraud, bribery, money laundering, embezzlement, extortion, counterfeiting, and labeling violations. The statute provides for both criminal prosecution and private civil actions, with civil plaintiffs entitled to treble damages—three times the amount of their actual losses. Given the complexity of RICO litigation, it is critical to engage experienced and capable legal counsel when pursuing or defending against a RICO claim. KMK’s Business Litigators bring a depth of experience and insight that few firms can match.