Alexander Dokuchaev, CFE, CPA/ABV

Preparing for deposition war

Facing skepticism due to his age and inexperience, a young expert witness prepares for his first deposition with intense study and guidance from seasoned colleagues. What starts with an intimidating test from the plaintiff’s counsel turns into a lesson in composure and confidence, proving that preparation is the key to holding your ground in the courtroom.

Written By: Alexander Dokuchaev, CFE, CPA/ABV


Developing the next generation of forensic accountants

As the accounting field braces itself for staff shortages, it’s now more important than ever to ensure that young fraud fighters are prepared to meet future challenges. Here, the author provides training techniques that he’s employed to train new employees and pass his wealth of knowledge on to the next generation.

Written By: Alexander Dokuchaev, CFE, CPA/ABV


Impostors, investment schemes and social media’s impact

The evolution of impersonation and investment fraud is a call for institutions, regulators and individuals to adapt faster than fraudsters do. This article provides recent examples of impersonation and investment schemes, explains how social media propels them, examines the role of AI-generated deepfakes in these schemes and offers strategies that organizations can implement to combat deepfakes.

Written By: Alexander Dokuchaev, CFE, CPA/ABV


 

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