The United States Government Intervenes in False Claims Act Lawsuit Against Agave BioSystems
Taking another step toward ending the widespread problem of defense contractor fraud, the United States government has joined a False Claims Act lawsuit against a New York-based biotech company. Agave BioSystems, founded in 1998, is accused of fraudulently billing the United States Department of Defense (DOD) for an estimated $15 […]
Allegations of Defense Fraud and Illegal Kickbacks Result in $10M Scheme Targeting US Navy
According to a recently unsealed whistleblower lawsuit, several people are accused of orchestrating an illegal kickback and bribery scheme that defrauded the United States Navy of $10 million. Among those facing charges are Ralph M. Mariano, a civilian engineer who previously worked for the Naval Sea Systems Command, and his […]