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The Success of the Rewards Program of the False Claims Act
According to aA Department of Justice announcement in December 2016, the Government has recovered over $4.7 billion from False Claims Act cases in fiscal year 2016. The total amount recovered under the False Claims Act since 1987 is exceeds a whopping $53.1 billion. According to TAF Education Fundas Patrick Burns, $53 billion is equal to a […]
The post The Success of the Rewards Program of the False Claims Act first appeared on Qui Tam 101.Does the False Claims Act Help Fight Fraud?
In her abstract dated December 4, 2016, Elissa Phillip Gentry, a lawyer-economist says, “yes.” A She claims successful False Claims Act settlements against pharmaceutical companies have helped relinquish inappropriate off-label prescriptions. She posits that it is legal initiatives likeA the False Claims Act, rather than new scientific information, that leads to increased compliance. She states: These results […]
The post Does the False Claims Act Help Fight Fraud? first appeared on Qui Tam 101.Department of Justice Increases Civil Penalties for False Claim Act Violations
Recently, the Department of Justice announced that it was increasing the civil monetary penalties for penalties assessed after February 3, 2017 for violations occurring after November 2, 2015. Pursuant to the 2015 budget bill which requires annual re-indexing of False Claims Act penalties for inflation, the minimum per-claim penalty which rose last year from $5,500 […]
The post Department of Justice Increases Civil Penalties for False Claim Act Violations first appeared on Qui Tam 101.Comprehensive Health Services Inc. Settles Double-Billing and Mischarging Medical Services
Comprehensive Health Services, Inc., a Florida-based company, recentlyA agreed to pay the United States nearly $4 million to settle allegations under the False Claims Act that it submitted false claims to the United States by double-billing and mischarging for medical services in connection with work performed on an IRS contract. Comprehensive Health Services, Inc. is one […]
The post Comprehensive Health Services Inc. Settles Double-Billing and Mischarging Medical Services first appeared on Qui Tam 101.2017 Is the Year to Speak Up Against Healthcare Fraud
The year is still new.A The decision to become a whistleblower is not easy nor do False Claims cases resolve themselves quickly. However, A a whistleblower has the power and ability to bring sizeable and specific evidence of fraud to the United States government. It is a culture of fraud and not a routine mistake or […]
The post 2017 Is the Year to Speak Up Against Healthcare Fraud first appeared on Qui Tam 101.US Interveneas in Whistlebloweras Lawsuit Alleging Kickbacks for Ambulance Services
Recently, the U.S. filed aA complaint in partial interventionA in the Eastern District of Texas against East Texas Medical Center Regional Healthcare System, Inc., (together, aETMCa), Paramedics Plus, LLC, Emergency Medical Services Authority (aEMSAa), and EMSAas President, Herbert Stephen Williamson (aWilliamsona). The Complaint alleges False Claims Act violations and violations of the Anti-Kickback Statute. The U.S. alleges […]
The post US Interveneas in Whistlebloweras Lawsuit Alleging Kickbacks for Ambulance Services first appeared on Qui Tam 101.Attorney General Sessions on the Value of Whistleblowers
Transcript:A Senator Chuck Grassley (R-IA): In 1986, 10 years before you came to the United States Senate I got the False Claims Act passed. It has brought 53 billion dollars back into the federal treasury since then. If youare confirmed, will you pledge to vigorously enforce the wholesome aims of the False Claims Act and […]
The post Attorney General Sessions on the Value of Whistleblowers first appeared on Qui Tam 101.Pro-FCA Attorney General To Be Jeff Sessions
On January 10, Attorney General nominee Jeff Sessions faced the Senate Judiciary Committee confirmation hearings. As expected, he supported the False Claims Act (FCA) and its qui tam provisions. Demonstrating a familiarity with the FCA, his opening statement was very positive. Senator Sessions affirmed that the government: …must improve its ability to protect the United […]
The post Pro-FCA Attorney General To Be Jeff Sessions first appeared on Qui Tam 101.U.S. Government Collects $350 Million from Shire Plc Subsidiaries in False Claims Act Kickback Settlement
Lee Bentley, III, United States Attorney in the Middle District of Florida recently announced a $350 million settlement between Shire Pharmaceuticals LLC and the Government. Central to the allegation was the contention that Shire and Advanced BioHealing (ABH) (a company Shire Plc acquired in 2011) , used kickbacks as part of its scheme to induce […]
The post U.S. Government Collects $350 Million from Shire Plc Subsidiaries in False Claims Act Kickback Settlement first appeared on Qui Tam 101.Help Wanted: Healthcare Whistleblowers Needed To Fight Waste, Fraud and Abuse
Deputy Assistant Attorney General Benjamin C. Mizer, head of the Justice Departmentas Civil Division, announced recently that the Department of Justice obtained more than $4.7 billion in settlements and judgments from civil cases involving fraudulent claims against the government in fiscal year 2016. This is the third highest annual recovery in False Claims Act history, […]
The post Help Wanted: Healthcare Whistleblowers Needed To Fight Waste, Fraud and Abuse first appeared on Qui Tam 101.From the urban tapestry of Los Angeles to a sustainable city
Los Angeles, often hailed as the entertainment capital of the world, is not only a hub for the film and music industries but also a fascinating canvas of urban design. The city's architectural landscape reflects a rich tapestry woven with threads of history, culture, and innovation. As one navigates the vast expanse of Los Angeles, it becomes apparent that the city's design is a dynamic fusion of tradition and modernity.[...]A Connecticut home with a green roof and minimal site impact
Meeting the challenge to gently place a home into a valley below the access road and adjacent to a scenic river, Weston Residence is both a primary residence and an award-winning example of minimal site impact architectural design.A [...]Rivian R1T is the best glamping truck on the market
The new Rivian R1T pickup is the fabulous EV glamping truck you didnat know you needed. This unique EV truck has all kinds of features you need, plus a few you never even thought of. Come along on our test drive of the Rivian R1T and decide for yourself if this is your next daily driver. [...]Here are the latest sustainable construction materials
According to the U.N. Environmental Program, the construction industry is not making enough efforts to achievenet-zero emissions. While all sectors are making efforts to cut greenhouse gas emissions, the construction sector is still to get an organized strategy. Today, up to 50% of the world'sclimate changeis caused by the construction sector. The same industry is responsible for up to 40% of the pollution in water bodies. These figures just go to show, how significant the construction industry is in regards to environmental impact.[...]Best cut flower varieties for a sustainable home garden
Cut flowers sounded easy when I started gardening. Just plant some flowers and then cut them, right? Well, there is a lot more to it than that. Cut flowers are often grown from specific varieties that tend to have long, sturdy stems and big, beautiful blooms, and each variety has its own tips to keep them healthy. It also can be hard to find the right varieties in sustainable versions. [...]University Mass Timber Pavilion was designed by students
Nestled on the Rice University campus, amid multiple microhabitats and surrounded by green, you will see a small pavilion that looks a bit like an ancient Greek temple. But this pavilion was carefully crafted to have a modern design. It's sustainable, beautiful and an example that might just inspire campuses around the world.[...]Travel to the ancient beauty of Machu Picchu, Peru
Our group sat in a circle at a 15thA century Inca site. We each held three coca leaves glued together with llama fat and concentrated on protection, prosperity and a balanced life. A young shaman named Lucas alternately prayed in Quechua and explained things to us in Spanish, both translated by our guide Wilfredo Huillca. The shaman added quinoa, corn, confetti and other symbolic items to Pachamama, the Andean earth mother. Fortunately, modern rituals substitute animal cookies for alpaca sacrifices.[...]Biophilic building enhances biodiversity in the neighborhood
KaiserstraAe is a new residential building currently under construction in Blumenau, Brazil. The project is designed by Alencar Arquitetura and aims to harness connections between residents and the natural world.[...]The first agricultural community of its kind in Ontario
Humans living in harmony with nature and with each other is really the goal of sustainable, environmentally-friendly design. And it is hardly a hip and modern idea, not unless you think the Stone Age is trendy. Long ago, people banded together in groups to live and work together as one community, rather than as individuals. Now, Castlepoint Numa is bringing this ancient idea into the modern era with an innovative design.[...]These are 5 industries being propelled by 3D printing
When 3D printing first took off, it was difficult to imagine how diverse the field would grow. Nowadays, the realm of additive manufacturing is growing daily. In particular, five sectors are advancing rapidly as a result of developments in additive manufacturing. These are healthcare, food, fashion, motorsports and aerospace. Based on estimates, it is believed that soon these industries will incorporate 3D printing as a key component of their operations.[...]What is a green roof and should you install one?
Green roofed structures date back thousands of years, even before the concept of housing as it is known today was birthed. The earliest green roofs came in the form of sod roofs above caves. Plants were used on top of the caves for ceremonial and agricultural purposes. Over time, sod roofs lost their value due to natural disasters and borrowing by animals.[...]Flagstaff, Arizona is an excellent vegan town to try
Flagstaff, Arizona draws outdoorsy folks and is known as one of Arizonaas more progressive and laidback towns a which bodes well for vegans. I spent a few days in Flagstaff and didnat run out of delicious, plant-based places to eat. Itas an attractive town to visit in its own right, though many people find themselves here on their way to the Grand Canyon, which is an hour and a half away. Here are some of the top places for vegans to get a good meal.[...]Hidden Garden House showcases a design dictated by nature
Today's architecture is no longer about creating the best space just for humans, though of course that has to be a factor. It's also about preserving and living in harmony with the natural world. But being harmonious with nature presents a unique set of challenges. The Hidden Garden House by RAD+ar (Research Artistic Design + Architecture) is a showcase of creative and innovative solutions for just such a challenge.[...]What does the art of carbon-free gardening mean?
Outwardly, gardens look like sustainable spaces that help absorb excess carbon from the atmosphere. While this might be true, not all gardens help reduce atmospheric carbon dioxide. Some gardens contribute to carbon pollution. Unfortunately, most gardeners are not even aware that their gardens are a source of carbon and other greenhouse gas pollutants. Even so, it is possible to attain a net-zero garden and in some cases, create a carbon sink in your garden.A [...]Eat healthy and locally-sourced foods at Sweetgreen
Whoever says fast food is unhealthy for the body and the environment hasnat been introduced to Sweetgreen, a chain restaurant dedicated to changing how we view food production, consumption and waste.A [...]What you can expect in the future of 3D printing?
3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, has been available for commercial use since 1986. Early on, 3D printing took on a hobbyist role. Now, however, industries have begun using additive manufacturing to their advantage.[...]Environmental education is imbedded in this cultural center
Sometimes architecture is about much more than the materials and design of a building. This is the case for PabellA3n Centro de Cultura Ambiental (CCA), a facility with the goal of increasing society's environmental awareness. Designed by Taller de Arquitectura, CCA stands as a model for urban planning that incorporates culture, history, economy and the needs of both the community and the environment.A [...]Buzzfeed Tasty clean ceramic cookware is now sold at Walmart
Buzzfeed Tasty food site is filled with easy recipes and videos to whip up an incredible meal. In fact, during the height of the pandemic lockdown, when many people were taking care of plants and baking bread, I followed their guide to making sourdough bread from scratch. Expanding from their brand, Tasty also has cookbooks and cookware, the latest being a 16-piece cookware set sold at Walmart.[...]Here are water-saving alternatives to grass for your home
The dream of every gardener is to see endless fields of green grass in their backyard. With determination, most gardeners manage to attain this dream, but at a cost. Within no time, there is a need to mow and control weeds. After mowing, it needs watering to grow again. This cycle continues for as long as the gardener wants to enjoy the beauty of green turf.[...]GAF creates innovative cooling solutions for overheated cities
With climate change ramping up and an El Nino weather pattern in effect for the western hemisphere, heat island effect has become a real problem for cities sweltering under the summer sun. GAF created a product called Streetbond Pavement Coating that aims to turn that heat island effect around by reflecting heat back into space. [...]Page took 1 seconds to load.
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