November 12, 2014
Grant Fraud
According to the details of an ongoing probe by the Department of Justice, State University of New York’s Research Foundation is alleged to have directed its researchers and employees to falsify the results of an audit of the state’s Medicaid program – thereby rendering a greater number of applicants eligible for […]
November 11, 2014
Healthcare Fraud
DaVita Healthcare, one of the nation’s leading providers of kidney dialysis services, has agreed to pay $350 million following a qui tam lawsuit and investigation by the Department of Justice. According to the allegations, the Denver-based corporation – which operates centers in 46 states and the District of Columbia – […]
November 10, 2014
Military Contractor Fraud
As we have reported in the past, fraud against the United States military perpetuated the need for a federal False Claims Act during the Civil War, and this sort of misconduct continues to infiltrate the Department of Defense even today. At the inception of the False Claims Act, the government […]
November 7, 2014
Contractor Fraud
As we have steadily reported over the past several months, guardrail manufacturer Trinity Highway Products has undergone intense scrutiny, a mistrial, and a $175 million verdict for installing highway guardrails that did not comport with previously-submitted designs approved by federal authorities. In addition to the dozens of personal injury and […]
November 6, 2014
Contractor Fraud
As you are likely aware, Trinity Highway Products was recently handed a $175 million jury verdict in a recent False Claims Act lawsuit. At issue in the litigation was Trinity’s assertion that its ET-Plus guardrail system was safe and effective in the event of a highway collision–despite the fact it […]
November 5, 2014
False Claims Act Information
Much like most areas of civil law, False Claims Act lawsuits often result in a settlement agreement between the whistleblower, defendant(s), and the federal government. These agreements are often quite lengthy, containing dozens of provisions to be followed by all parties involved. If the defendant’s actions were especially egregious, the […]
November 3, 2014
Contractor Fraud
The United States government has opted to intervene in a pending whistleblower lawsuit filed against several military contractors, including Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation and two of its subsidiaries, Sikorsky Support Services Inc. and Derco Aerospace Inc. Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation is a wholly-owned subsidiary of United Technologies Corporation, a long-time provider of […]
October 31, 2014
Grant Fraud
The commission of fraud with federal or state grant money is an emerging issue gathering increasing exposure. Federal grants, which are funded by taxpayer dollars, are awarded to certain individuals and corporations after a lengthy review process. This money is not considered a loan, and is generally not to be […]
October 30, 2014
Military Contractor Fraud
Virginia-based Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC), which is now known as Leidos Holdings, Inc., has agreed to pay $1.5 million to finally settle False Claims Act allegations originally alleged nearly ten years ago. The case involves allegations of unlawful conflicts of interest with regard to a contract held between SAIC […]
October 29, 2014
Healthcare Fraud
One of the most alarming forms of healthcare fraud involves the provision of substandard care and the subsequent billing for that care to government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Under applicable laws, a medical facility or skilled nursing entity can expose itself to False Claims Act liability for failing to […]
October 28, 2014
Healthcare Fraud
In a recent announcement by the Department of Justice, two London, Kentucky-based cardiologists have agreed to pay $380,000 to settle claims of improper financial relationships with nearby St. Joseph Hospital – including unlawful kickbacks and allegations of financial inducements for referrals. Under the False Claims Act and federal Stark Law, […]
October 27, 2014
Contractor Fraud
In an ongoing False Claims Act case against highway guardrail manufacturer Trinity Industries, a Texas jury has awarded $175 million in damages against the industrial corporation. The case was initiated by outspoken engineer Josh Harman, who has worked diligently in his whistleblower lawsuit since 2005 – despite “gamesmanship and inappropriate […]