Can deleted text messages somehow be retrieved and read?

It is very likely that forensic technology firm like Kroll with all the materials at their disposal could do it:

Are detectives allowed to take phone calls during depositions?

Sorry but it would be up to your brother's attorney to make objections on the record if he thought it was improper somehow.

Can I avoid jail time for 2 counts of false accounting and Fraud and tax evasion. If not what kind of sentence can i expect

Definitely go silent and hire and attorney - what are you waiting for?

Deformation of Character

I don't see any defamation but if it is interfering with getting a new job somehow in a big way, an attorney could contact your old employer and...

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Is Cash Gifting Legal?

It is a pyramid deal - good luck - you are actually just gambling.

Prepaid Legal???

Well there you go, you checked them out and found they were suspect. Try the BBB.org website as well.

Would it be worth it to him to sue me or would it cost him more in money and headaches then what he would get if he won?

He doesn't have a case, except for $2.25.

If a restaurant gives me the wrong receipt can they charge the correct amount (higher amount) later?

In my experience restaurants can and do adjust the bill. You have no complaint if the amount was correct.

Scams

For educational purposes for anyone in a similar situation this is a scam, no one legitimate sends a check or money order for an amount more than...

How do I know if i was Scammed?

Anyone in a similar situation should contact their state department of motor vehicles at the first hint of trouble.