Modernizing Medicine Inc. (ModMed), an electronic health record (EHR) technology vendor located in Boca Raton, Florida, has agreed to pay $45 million to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act (FCA) by accepting and providing unlawful remuneration in exchange for referrals and by causing its users to report inaccurate information in connection with… Continue reading Modernizing Medicine Agrees to Pay $45 Million to Resolve Allegations of Accepting and Paying Illegal Kickbacks and Causing False Claims
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Justice Department Announces New Charges, Convictions, and Sentencings in Ongoing Initiative Targeting Pandemic Relief Fraud
The Department of Justice announced today new criminal charges, convictions, and sentences as part of its ongoing initiative to prosecute fraud in connection with various pandemic relief programs under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, including the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and the Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, as well as… Continue reading Justice Department Announces New Charges, Convictions, and Sentencings in Ongoing Initiative Targeting Pandemic Relief Fraud
Man Sentenced to Prison for Threatening Election Official
A Nebraska man was sentenced today to 18 months in prison for making multiple threatening posts on an Instagram page associated with an election official. “This sentence makes clear that those who illegally threaten election workers should be prepared to face meaningful penalties,” said Attorney General Merrick B. Garland. “The Justice Department will not hesitate… Continue reading Man Sentenced to Prison for Threatening Election Official
Principal Associate Deputy Attorney General Marshall Miller Delivers Live Keynote Address at Global Investigations Review
Remarks as Prepared for Delivery Thank you for that kind introduction. It’s always a pleasant change to get outside the beltway, and I’m particularly pleased to be back in my hometown, where New Yorkers tell it like it is. It’s a timely moment for this conversation. On Thursday, the Deputy Attorney General announced significant advancements… Continue reading Principal Associate Deputy Attorney General Marshall Miller Delivers Live Keynote Address at Global Investigations Review
Readout of Deputy Attorney General Lisa O. Monaco’s Trip to South Carolina
Deputy Attorney General (Deputy AG) Lisa O. Monaco traveled to South Carolina this week to see firsthand how the Justice Department is working with local communities to protect public safety. The Deputy AG attended two National Night Out events on Tuesday evening in Charleston and North Charleston, South Carolina. Joined by U.S. Attorney Adair Ford Boroughs… Continue reading Readout of Deputy Attorney General Lisa O. Monaco’s Trip to South Carolina
FCA US LLC Sentenced in Connection with Conspiracy to Cheat U.S. Emissions Tests
FCA US LLC (FCA US), formerly Chrysler Group LLC, was sentenced today in federal court in Detroit and ordered to pay a fine of $96,145,784; and a forfeiture money judgment of $203,572,892. The court also imposed a three-year term of organizational probation. The conviction results from the company’s conspiracy to defraud U.S. regulators and customers… Continue reading FCA US LLC Sentenced in Connection with Conspiracy to Cheat U.S. Emissions Tests
Pharmacist and Pharmacy Owner Sentenced to Prison for Unlawfully Distributing Opioids
Three Texas men have been sentenced for illegally dispensing opioids and other controlled substances. Hassan Barnes, 56, a pharmacist formerly of Missouri City, was sentenced today to 24 months in prison for unlawfully dispensing opioids and other controlled substances. Clint Carr, 33, a pharmacy owner formerly of Cypress, was sentenced to 20 years in prison… Continue reading Pharmacist and Pharmacy Owner Sentenced to Prison for Unlawfully Distributing Opioids
Owner of Technology Companies Arrested for Alleged $45 Million Investment Fraud Scheme Involving Over 10,000 Victims
A Nevada man was arrested today in Los Angeles for an alleged investment fraud scheme that defrauded more than 10,000 victims of over $45 million. A federal grand jury in the District of Nebraska previously returned an indictment on June 14 charging the man, which was unsealed today in Omaha. According to the indictment, Neil… Continue reading Owner of Technology Companies Arrested for Alleged $45 Million Investment Fraud Scheme Involving Over 10,000 Victims
Former Georgia Supervisory Correctional Officer Pleads Guilty to Felony for His Role in Attempting to Cover Up Assault on an Inmate
Geary Staten, 31, a former supervisory correctional officer at Valdosta State Prison (VSP), pleaded guilty today in federal court to one count of misprision of a felony for his role in attempting to cover up an assault on an inmate incarcerated at the facility. According to court documents and statements made in connection with the… Continue reading Former Georgia Supervisory Correctional Officer Pleads Guilty to Felony for His Role in Attempting to Cover Up Assault on an Inmate
North Carolina Nail Salon Owner Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Compelling a Victim’s Labor for Almost Two Years
U.S. District Court Judge Kenneth D. Bell sentenced defendant Thuy Tien Luong, 38, of Charlotte, North Carolina, to 15 years in prison and ordered her to pay $75,000 in restitution to the victim. A federal jury previously convicted the defendant of forced labor on Jan. 8, 2021, following a five-day trial. According to the evidence… Continue reading North Carolina Nail Salon Owner Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Compelling a Victim’s Labor for Almost Two Years