The False Claims Act (FCA) serves as an important tool to address the potential for criminal activity in both individuals and businesses. Central to this Act is the qui tam provision, which allows private citizens to file lawsuits on behalf of the government against entities committing fraud, effectively involving the public in the fight against...
The Federal False Claims Act (FCA), enacted in the United States during the Civil War, serves as the government’s primary tool against a fraudulent and false claim by individuals or companies. This powerful legislation allows the government to recover triple the amount lost to fraud, in addition to substantial penalties. Over time, the success of...
The False Claims Act (FCA), a significant United States legislation, has proved to be a vital instrument in combating fraud and safeguarding the public interest. “Protecting taxpayer dollars by preventing fraud and abuse is a critical priority for the Department of Justice,” asserted Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Boynton. His comment highlights the FCA’s indispensable...
Qui tam lawsuits, also known as whistleblower lawsuits, are legal actions that allow individuals to sue on behalf of the government for fraud committed against the government. Here are some types of fraud that can be the subject of a qui tam lawsuit: Healthcare fraud: This type of fraud involves false claims submitted to government...
There are many types of fraud perpetrated against civilians, businesses, and the Government. As long as there has been recorded history, we can find examples of unscrupulous individuals seeking a way to make a quick buck. Finding ways to match wits with criminals, undermine their plans, and stop them before committing crimes can be difficult. It...
The False Claims Act encourages citizens to report fraudulent activity involving government funds. According to the Department of Justice, fraud claims involving the Department of Defense accounted for $252.1 million of recovered funds in 2019 –– double the amount of recovered funds from 2018.[1] Fraud on the Department of Defense is persistent and includes product...
English-born, American political activist and philosopher Thomas Paine wrote in 1776 that, “THESE are the times that try men’s souls.” Paine was of course talking about the Revolutionary War and not the current and unprecedented crisis America and the entire globe is experiencing due to the rampant pandemic brought about by the spread of the...
Pharmacy company PharMerica Inc. must once again face claims it engaged in a scheme to defraud Medicaid by improperly incentivizing physicians to prescribe Remeron, an antidepressant made by the Merck & Co. unit Organon, the First Circuit said Wednesday. PharMerica argued that whistlelower James Banigan’s claims triggered the False Claims Act’s public disclosure bar, because...
By Joel M. Androphy and Sarah Kim The U.S. military and government face a centuries-old enemy that endangers the safety of American soldiers and continues to cost the government billions every year. In light of recent conflicts overseas, defense contractors have taken advantage of the large sums allocated for defensive purposes, with whistleblowers becoming the...
“The Tax Provisions of the New York False Claims Act: How Far Can They Go? Rulings on New Case Alleging Tax Fraud Against New York City by Wall Street Will Show the Limits, and Will also Provide Additional Post-Escobar Guidance on “Materiality” as well as “Reckless Disregard.” By Joel Androphy The New York False...
