Business & Commercial Litigation

Racketeering claims are not limited to criminal court. Under the federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO), civil plaintiffs may sue for treble damages when a pattern of unlawful activity affects business or property. At Los Angeles Civil Litigation Lawyers, we represent clients in civil RICO actions. Civil RICO claims may involve mail fraud, wire fraud, extortion, or other predicate acts. To prevail, a plaintiff must prove a pattern of racketeering activity connected to an enterprise. We also defend clients accused of racketeering by challenging the alleged pattern, the existence of an enterprise, or the connection between activities and damages. Many RICO claims are filed aggressively but lack the necessary elements. Los Angeles Civil Litigation Lawyers provides thorough analysis and aggressive advocacy in these high-stakes cases. Civil RICO carries the potential for treble damages, making the risks significant. Whether you are pursuing a claim or defending against one, we help you manage the complexity and fight for a fair result.