Palm Harbor, FL criminal defense attorney Robert D. Eckard discusses what makes white collar crime cases different from other criminal cases. He discusses that white-collar cases frequently involve extensive documentary or electronically stored evidence that prosecutors intend to use against the client. These cases often generate vast amounts of data that must be carefully reviewed during discovery. To manage this process effectively, it is often necessary to engage an outside electronic service provider to securely store and organize the data, enabling thorough review and analysis.

He explains that white-collar matters also tend to require the early involvement of experts, such as forensic specialists, economists, or information technology professionals, to evaluate complex financial or technical issues. Additionally, these cases may attract significant public attention, which can influence both the defense strategy and case management. Sentencing in white-collar crime is particularly impacted by the calculation of alleged financial losses, as these amounts heavily affect the sentencing guidelines and potential penalties a defendant may face.