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U.S. Supreme Court Rules on False Claims Act Dismissals

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The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in U.S. ex rel. Polansky that the federal government has the authority to dismiss a False Claims Act (FCA) suit at any stage of litigation, even over a relator's objections, so long as the...more

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SCOTUS Majority Affirms the DOJ's Ability to Dismiss Whistleblower Cases Under the False Claims Act - But Dissent Raises Suspicion...

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On June 16, 2023, the United States Supreme Court issued an 8-1 decision in the case of United States, ex rel. Polansky v. Executive Health Resources, Inc., which held that the Department of Justice (DOJ) can move to dismiss...more

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SCOTUS to Determine Key Aspects of Government Dismissal Authority in FCA Cases

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The United States Supreme Court recently agreed to hear a case interpreting the False Claims Act (“FCA”) that may affect the government’s involvement in pending and future matters. To resolve a circuit split, the Court will...more

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Providers Be Aware of Limitations on Government's Ability to Conduct Investigations Under False Claims Act

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The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently backed down when a provider challenged DOJ's use of Civil Investigative Demands (CIDs) as part of an investigation into alleged violations of the False Claims Act (FCA). The case...more

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