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As the (Customs and Trade) World Turns: September 2024

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Welcome to the September 2024 issue of “As the (Customs and Trade) World Turns,” our monthly newsletter where we compile essential updates from the customs and trade world over the past month. We bring you the most recent and...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Virtual Event] Healthcare Compliance Essentials Workshop - December 2nd - 5th, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT

Learn the key principles of compliance - no travel required! If you’re new to or have minimal experience in compliance management don’t miss this opportunity to build the foundational knowledge you need! HCCA’s four-day...more

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DOJ Shows its Commitment to Cybersecurity Enforcement Through the False Claims Act

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At one time, False Claims Act (FCA) investigations and enforcement actions were largely focused on health care and defense contracts. While those two areas continue to dominate the FCA landscape, cybersecurity has emerged as...more

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DOJ’s Much-Anticipated Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program Is Off to the Races

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On August 1, 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) released details about its new Corporate Whistleblower Awards Pilot Program. As previewed by Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco in March, individuals (not entities) who...more

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Investigations Newsletter: FCA Enforcement & Compliance Digest — Summer 2024 False Claims Act Newsletter

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Welcome to the Summer 2024 issue of “FCA Enforcement & Compliance Digest,” our quarterly newsletter in which we compile essential updates on False Claims Act (FCA) enforcement trends, litigation, agency guidance, and...more

McDermott Will & Emery

Special Report: Was 2023 The Return Of The Stark Law?

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The year 2023 was historic from a Stark Law enforcement perspective, as we witnessed a resurgence of False Claims Act (FCA) enforcement actions predicated on Stark Law violations. This increase was capped off in December 2023...more

Kohn, Kohn & Colapinto LLP

Defense Contracting, Cybersecurity and COVID: Major Qui Tam Settlements from June 2024

In June, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced several major False Claims Act (FCA) settlements stemming from qui tam whistleblower lawsuits. Under the FCA’s qui tam provisions, whistleblowers have the power to...more

Foley Hoag LLP

Foley Hoag 2024 White Collar Year In Preview Series

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The government had another busy year in 2023, investigating and prosecuting healthcare fraud cases on multiple fronts. Contending with the enormous healthcare crises of the now-concluded COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing...more

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DOJ Enforcement Insights: Key Strategies to Mitigate Risks

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The DOJ had a record year, and we reviewed FCA enforcement action trends to identify trends to help you stay informed and proactive in your compliance efforts. This alert summarizes key takeaways from Amanda Johnston’s recent...more

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Healthcare Regulatory Check-up Newsletter | April 2024 Recap

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This issue of McDermott’s Healthcare Regulatory Check-Up highlights regulatory activity for April 2024. We discuss several US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) agency actions, including the Calendar Year (CY) 2025...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Virtual Event] Healthcare Compliance Essentials Workshop - August 5th - 8th, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm CT

Learn the key principles of compliance - no travel required! If you’re new to or have minimal experience in compliance management don’t miss this opportunity to build the foundational knowledge you need! HCCA’s four-day...more

Morrison & Foerster LLP

DOJ Releases 2024 COVID-19 Fraud Enforcement Task Force Report

On April 9, 2024, the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) released a report on the COVID-19 Fraud Enforcement Task Force (“Task Force”), by far DOJ’s most comprehensive review of the Task Force since its creation in...more

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Healthcare Regulatory Check-up Newsletter | February 2024 Recap

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This issue of McDermott’s Healthcare Regulatory Check-Up highlights regulatory activity for February 2024. We discuss various regulatory developments, including guidance on the use of AI in coverage decisions and texting...more

Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

Courts Should Finally Rule That the False Claims Act Qui Tam Provisions Are Unconstitutional

Last term, in U.S. ex rel. Polansky v. Exec. Health Res., Inc., three Justices noted that there are “substantial arguments” that the False Claims Act’s (FCA) qui tam provisions do not conform with Article II of the...more

American Conference Institute (ACI)

[Event] FCPA & Anti-Corruption for the Life Sciences Industry - May 9th - 10th, New York, NY

Hosted by the American Conference Institute, the 19th Annual FCPA & Anti-Corruption Conference for the Life Sciences Industry returns for another exciting year with carefully researched programming based on critical findings...more

Foley & Lardner LLP

“Let’s Talk Compliance”: Medicare Advantage: Compliance Issues and Enforcement

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Editor’s Note: PYA and Foley & Lardner hosted the 6th Annual “Let’s Talk Compliance” two-day Virtual Conference on January 18 and 19, 2024. Panelists included Foley & Lardner attorneys and PYA experts. The event was hosted by...more

Harris Beach PLLC

False Claims Act Enforcement Highlights Need for Robust Compliance Programs

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The U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) announced its False Claims Act (“FCA”) enforcement statistics for FY 2023 and identified key priorities for FCA enforcement in 2024 and beyond. The DOJ continues to pursue FCA...more

Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

The False Claims Act in 2023: A Government Enforcement Update

This past year, the False Claims Act (FCA) continued to be a key tool for the Justice Department and whistleblowers to bring suits against companies, including those in the financial services sector. The Justice Department...more

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Defense Department Looks to Update DFARS Cybersecurity Compliance Requirements

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Over the holidays, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) issued proposed rules for updating its Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program from its existing Defense Acquisition Regulatory Supplement (DFARS)...more

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EnforceMintz — DOJ’s Efforts in 2023 to Incentivize Voluntary Self-Disclosure

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2023 was a very active one for Department of Justice (DOJ or the “Department”) guidance, and that guidance had one clear theme: DOJ wants companies to voluntarily self-disclose their misconduct. To incentivize...more

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EnforceMintz — Artificial Intelligence and False Claims Act Enforcement

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Like most industries, the health care sector is grappling with the uses of artificial intelligence (AI) and what AI means for the future. At the same time, many health care companies already have integrated algorithms and AI...more

Health Care Compliance Association (HCCA)

[Virtual Event] Healthcare Compliance Essentials Workshop - May 13th - 16th, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm CT

HCCA’s four-day Healthcare Compliance Essentials Workshop provides comprehensive education on the core elements of a compliance program in a convenient virtual format. The curriculum is ideal for those new to or with little...more

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EnforceMintz — Government Scrutiny of Medicare Advantage Organizations Expected to Continue in 2024

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Medicare Advantage (also known as Medicare Part C) remains a top enforcement priority as evidenced by False Claims Act (FCA) investigations and litigation involving nearly all large Medicare Advantage Organizations (MAOs). As...more

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EnforceMintz — 2023 Brings Uptick in Cybersecurity Enforcement, Insight Into Potential Risks

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After the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) announced its Civil Cyber-Fraud Initiative in October 2021, many in the False Claims Act (“FCA”) bar expected an onslaught of enforcement actions and qui tam cases. The initiative...more

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

2024 Top-of-Mind Issues for Life Sciences Companies

As we reflect on 2023 and make predictions for 2024, it is remarkable the number of significant events occurring this past year that will be impactful for the activities of the life sciences industry going forward. Although...more

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