Receiving a federal target letter or subpoena is not a matter to be taken lightly. Federal investigations can lead to civil or criminal penalties; and, if publicized, they can cause significant reputational harm and loss of goodwill. While there are...Read More
When facing a federal investigation, one of the keys to asserting a successful defense is making sure you know what charges are on the table. There are numerous federal crimes, and each individual case requires its own targeted defense strategy....Read More
While medical billing can be a headache, providers cannot absolve themselves of responsibility entirely. When choosing a medical billing company, it is important to choose wisely—and to put appropriate contractual protections in place. For many doctors and other health care...Read More
Cardiovascular genetic testing is a rapidly-growing, and extremely valuable, area of modern medicine. Providers seeking to offer these services to their patients must prioritize billing compliance in order to avoid recoupments, pre-payment review, and other penalties for health care fraud....Read More
Introduction Various countries are governed by treaty law and international conventions when it comes to transferring prisoners. The first step before proceeding with any international prison transfer request is to determine whether the two countries at issue are both parties...Read More
Healthcare Fraud Recent Trends Fraudulent billing schemes are a top priority for the Department of Justice (“DOJ”). The DOJ has increased its prosecution efforts to police fraudulent billing practices either by initiating its own investigations or working with private parties...Read More
Banks and other financial institutions are heavily regulated by the U.S. government. Defrauding a bank or financial institution is a serious federal offense with significant potential consequences. Federal bank fraud cases are prosecuted under 18 U.S.C. 1344, which states that...Read More
If your company receives notice that it has been named in a lawsuit, it can be an unnerving experience. Although never an ideal situation, defending a lawsuit is often an inevitable occurrence for most companies. The steps your company takes...Read More
Running a business is difficult you’re required to make strategic decisions every day that impact your company’s operation, profitability, and public image. Though not usually on the forefront of your mind, these strategic decisions must take into account how you...Read More
Recently, due to the Coronavirus outbreak, we have been testimonies of a new situation where new frauds and new laws have been announced. On March 18th, the President of the United States, Donald Trump has issued an Executive Order allowing...Read More
