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DynCorp Whistleblower: Key False Claims Act Settlements and Protections
Background: DynCorp and the CIVPOL Contract DynCorp International LLC has agreed to pay $21 million to settle False Claims Act allegations of submitting inflated subcontractor charges under the State Department's CIVPOL contract, which tasked the private military contracting company with training Iraqi police forces. DynCorp was originally headquartered in Irving, Texas, and Falls Church, Virginia before being purchased by Amentum, another government contractor with headquarters in Chantilly, Virginia, in November…
Air Force Contractor Pays $1.95 Million to Settle Air Force Contract Fraud Allegations
False Claims Act Violations in Defense Contracting Government contractor Intelligent Waves, LLC will pay $1.95 million to settle False Claims Act (FCA) allegations arising from Air Force contract fraud related to two Air Force contracts. Intelligent Waves, LLC, which is based in Reston, Virginia, provided crowd-sourced flight data collection support and data analytics to the Air Force pursuant to the Crowd-Sourced Contract it entered in September 2019. The United States…
Florida Businessman Settles PPP COVID Fraud Case with $20M Consent Judgment
Florida businessman Patrick Walsh agreed to a consent judgement of over $20 million to resolve allegations of COVID fraud and violating the False Claims Act, a federal law imposing liability on people and companies who defraud the government. Walsh, along with 10 companies he owned or controlled, was accused of knowingly submitting false information to support Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (“EIDL”) loan applications. The 10…
Lockheed Martin Fraud Settlement Under False Claims Act
Lockheed Martin Corporation (“LMC”) has recently faced allegations by a whistleblower on behalf of the Department of Defense (“DoD”) over defense contractor fraud under the False Claims Act (“FCA”). The company was accused of not disclosing its knowledge of cost or pricing data in its possession to the Joint Program Office (“JPO”). On February 6, 2025, the DoD announced that LMC had reached a settlement of $29.74 million to resolve…
Bard Lawsuit Ends in $17 Million Settlement Over Kickback Allegations
There are serious legal consequences to violating the False Claims Act (“FCA”), particularly in cases involving illegal kickbacks in the healthcare industry, as demonstrated by the $17 million Bard fraud settlement. This settlement resolved allegations that C.R. Bard, Inc. and its affiliates provided unlawful incentives to urology practice groups to influence medical device prescriptions. The lawsuit alleged that Bard and its subsidiaries improperly offered discounts, free samples, and cost-saving benefits…
The SEC and Market Integrity: Safeguarding Against Fraud and Manipulation
The integrity of capital markets is paramount to supporting a fair and efficient financial landscape. Fraud and manipulation pose significant threats to the stability and fairness of these markets, potentially undermining investor confidence and economic growth. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is a pivotal institution in combating these issues, ensuring markets operate transparently and efficiently. The SEC's Mission The SEC was established in 1934 in response to the…
What is a Qui Tam Lawsuit?
Blowing the whistle on fraud in the workplace can be a challenging decision, especially when considering the potential for retaliation and financial repercussions. However, the significant impact of the individuals who come forward and file qui tam lawsuits cannot be overstated. That is why Miller Shah LLP is committed to helping clients navigate the complex statutory schemes designed to protect whistleblowers and ensure accountability and integrity. What Is a Qui…
Chief Judge Goldberg Denies Appeal in Caremark Whistleblower Suit
On July 30, 2024, Chief U.S. District Judge Mitchell S. Goldberg of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania denied a request to appeal his interpretation of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services' regulations from CVS Caremark Corp. ("Defendant" or "Caremark" or the "Company") in a qui tam lawsuit against the Company for falsely reporting prescription drug prices to the government in violation of the False Claims Act ("FCA"), 31 U.S.C.…
How Does the False Claims Act Help Combat Government Fraud?
The False Claims Act (FCA) is a legal measure designed to protect the integrity of government expenditures. Enacted during the American Civil War in 1863, its primary purpose was to curb defense contractor fraud, an objective that has since broadened to encompass a range of fraudulent activities against the federal government. At Miller Shah LLP, we continue that commitment to justice by supporting whistleblowers who bring fraudulent activities to light…
Booz Allen Settles False Claims Act Lawsuit for $377 Million
On July 21, 2023, the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) announced that Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (“Booz Allen” or the “Company”), a Virginia-based provider of data analytics, digital solutions, and consulting services, has agreed to pay $377.45 million to resolve alleged violations of the False Claims Act, 31 U.S.C. §§ 3729–3733 (“FCA”). The settlement, one of the biggest procurement fraud settlements in DOJ history, specifically resolves allegations that Booz Allen…
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