Introduction: The Impact of the False Claims Act on Federal Programs The False Claims Act (FCA) is one of the most potent legislative tools available to the federal government for combating fraud, particularly within government programs and grants. Originally enacted during the Civil War to prevent contractors from defrauding the Union Army, the FCA’s scope […]
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Federal Prosecutions of Doctors Selling Oxycodone: An Analysis with Norman Spencer Law Group
Federal Prosecutions of Doctors Selling Oxycodone: An Analysis with Norman Spencer Law Group Federal prosecutions targeting doctors accused of selling or overprescribing oxycodone have escalated as the opioid crisis continues to grip the United States. The medical profession has faced increasing scrutiny, with law enforcement agencies dedicating substantial resources to identifying and prosecuting doctors who […]
Federal Subpoenas in Tax Investigations: A Comprehensive Guide for New York Taxpayers
Federal tax investigations are among the most complex and far-reaching legal processes individuals and businesses can encounter. When the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), often in coordination with the Department of Justice (DOJ), initiates a tax investigation, federal subpoenas become a primary method of collecting the necessary evidence to determine whether tax violations, including fraud or […]
Navigating a Subpoena Duces Tecum in New York: Insights from Norman Spencer Law Group on Criminal Investigations
Receiving a subpoena duces tecum can be daunting, particularly when it arises in the context of a federal criminal investigation. The term “subpoena duces tecum” is Latin for “bring with you under penalty,” signifying a court order demanding that specific documents or tangible evidence be produced as part of a legal proceeding. When issued in […]
Federal Money Laundering in the Healthcare Industry in New York: Legal Implications and How Norman Spencer Law Group Can Help
Money laundering is a grave federal offense, and in New York’s healthcare industry, it takes on additional layers of complexity due to the large sums involved in Medicaid and Medicare programs. With federal and state authorities increasingly scrutinizing healthcare providers, allegations of money laundering tied to fraudulent billing, kickbacks, or Medicaid fraud are not uncommon. […]
Gilead Sciences drug counterfeiting operation in New York
In August 2024, Gilead Sciences uncovered a large-scale drug counterfeiting operation in New York, involving two Queens-based pharmacies, 71st Rx and Finest Scripts. The company filed a lawsuit, accusing the pharmacies and their associates of trafficking counterfeit versions of Gilead’s HIV medications, notably Descovy and Biktarvy, which are widely used in both pre-exposure and post-exposure […]
