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A significant number of government contracts and grants have been terminated recently by federal agencies pursuant to the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) "cost efficiency initiative" and review of "covered...more
On February 20, 2025, the State Department designated multiple Mexican drug cartels and Transnational Criminal Organizations (“TCOs”) as foreign terrorist organizations (“FTOs”). At the same time, these groups were designated...more
During his 2024 presidential campaign, Donald Trump made tariffs a cornerstone of his foreign and domestic policy. With new 25% tariffs now imposed on Mexico and Canada, along with an additional 10% tariff on imports from...more
The US government and private plaintiffs use the False Claims Act (FCA) – a federal statute originally enacted in 1863 in response to defense contractor fraud during the American Civil War – to combat various forms of fraud...more
DOJ’s recently released Annual Report highlights a significant increase in FCA enforcement, with nearly $3 Billion recovered—a 4.8% increase from FY 2023. The report also sheds light on major 2024 settlements and judgments...more
In honor of the release of the 6th Edition of the Government Contracts Compliance Handbook, we are sharing six essential tips for government contractors to ensure compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) cost...more
The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently announced a $949,696.90 False Claims Act (FCA) settlement with GS Foods Group Inc. (GS Foods) for improperly bidding on contracts reserved for small businesses despite not qualifying...more
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
As we begin a new year, it is the perfect time for companies subject to any government agreement to renew their focus on compliance. These binding resolutions require ongoing diligence to avoid civil and potentially criminal...more
The False Claims Act (FCA) permits private individuals to bring lawsuits in the name of the United States—called qui tam—against those they believe have defrauded the federal government: 31 U.S.C. § 3730(b). The FCA thereby...more
As we predicted, the Supreme Court held that a business could be exposed to substantial damages under the False Claims Act (FCA) if it incorrectly applies ambiguous rules or regulations. The unanimity of the opinion—which we...more
Bass, Berry & Sims attorney Shannon Wiley, with Carine Leslie and Katie Garmon of PYA, P.C., recently discussed the complexities associated with billing, coding, and collecting for infusion services as part of the Infusion...more
In some ways, the prospects for a technology company entering the defense business have never looked better. Last year saw record global military spending exceeding $2 trillion for the first time, while the U.S. spent $801...more
The following is a summary of the federal Department of Health and Human Services’ Office of Inspector General (OIG) reports of fraud and abuse enforcement activity across the country. The enforcement actions reported are...more
As the country struggles with COVID-19, many companies have applied for and received funds under the CARES Act and its Payment Protection Program (“PPP”). Those companies must understand there are significant risks tied to...more
With its chaotic rollout, conflicting regulations, and breakneck disbursements, the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) is primed to create a wave of litigation. This includes actions taken under the False Claims Act (FCA),...more
1. With deteriorated economic conditions, high unemployment and a $2 trillion government stimulus, the current environment is ripe for fraud. The Department of Justice has prioritized swift action against those suspected of...more
While the Provider Relief Fund payments sent to health care providers under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) have provided a lifeline to compensate for increased expenses and lost revenues...more
In 1657, mathematician Blaise Pascal commented in a letter to his church leaders “I have made this longer than usual because I did not have time to make it shorter.” More than 100 years later, another Frenchman, Napoleon...more
In our last article, we discussed how recipients of larger PPP loans are at risk for allegations of fraud and specifically addressed how these recipients may become targets of False Claims Act (FCA) allegations, which can be...more
While the Payroll Protection Program (PPP) loans under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) have given businesses a lifeline during these uncertain times, they also present a risk for fraud...more
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act, or the CARES Act, which was signed into law on March 27, 2020, provided for the establishment and expansion of a range of economic assistance programs designed to help...more
Numerous commentaries predict an outbreak of False Claims Act investigations and cases related to allegations of misuse, fraud, waste, and abuse of funding provided under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act...more
In Part I of our False Claims Act (FCA) blog series, we examined the evolution of the FCA and why some understanding of its parameters is important to businesses engaged in, among others, the government contracts, medical,...more
On February 8th, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) quietly issued new guidance on how the agency evaluates corporate compliance programs during fraud investigations. The guidance, published on the agency’s website as the...more