Federal Authorities to Demand New Crash Tests After $175 Million Trinity Verdict

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 […]

Thermacore, Inc. Settles False Claims Act Allegations for Nearly $1 Million

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 […]

Science Applications International Corporation Settles 10-Year-Old False Claims Act Allegations

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 […]

Extendicare Health Services Inc. to Pay $38 Million to Settle FCA Allegations Involving Substandard Care

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 […]

UPDATE: Jury Returns $175 Million Verdict Against Trinity Industries

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 […]