Phantom Capitalists: The Organization and Control of Long-Firm Fraud - Book by Michael Levi

This book offers an in-depth analysis of long-firm (planned bankruptcy) fraud, examining why individuals become involved, how it compares to other crimes, and the connections between fraudsters and organized criminals. It explores the techniques used by fraudsters and the social and commercial networks within which they operate. Drawing from interviews with businesspeople, lawyers, fraud investigators, and fraudsters, as well as police and court records, the study provides a comprehensive understanding of the subject.