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Civil vs. Criminal Healthcare Fraud Offenses
Healthcare fraud is a major focus of both federal and state enforcement agencies. In California, healthcare providers, from doctors and pharmacists to durable medical equipment suppliers and home health agencies, can face allegations of fraud under either civil or criminal law. While both types of cases carry serious consequences, there are important differences in… Read More »
Case Study: Federal Healthcare Fraud Charges Filed Against California Medical Equipment Provider and Others
When the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announces criminal charges, it’s important to remember one thing: charges are not convictions. Federal prosecutors may issue sweeping press releases detailing alleged misconduct, but in the eyes of the law, every defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in court. Recently,… Read More »
Record Expungement in California
A criminal conviction can follow you for years, long after you’ve served your sentence or completed probation. It can affect your job prospects, your professional license, your reputation, and even your ability to secure housing. For many people, one of the most important steps toward truly moving on is clearing their criminal record when… Read More »
The Hidden Penalties of a Healthcare Fraud Conviction
When most people think about the consequences of a healthcare fraud conviction, they tend to focus on the obvious: possible prison time and steep financial penalties. While those outcomes are certainly serious, the impact of a conviction often goes much deeper. The hidden penalties—those that aren’t always discussed in the courtroom—can have long-lasting, life-altering… Read More »
How You Can Help Your Attorney Prepare Your Healthcare Fraud Defense
Facing allegations of white-collar crimes such as healthcare fraud or financial fraud can be a stressful and overwhelming experience. The stakes are high; your reputation, career, and even your freedom may be on the line. In these situations, working closely with an experienced white-collar criminal defense attorney is essential. But your lawyer cannot—and should… Read More »
Technology and Healthcare Fraud: A Double-Edged Sword
In the modern healthcare landscape, technology is indispensable. Electronic health records (EHRs), billing software, telemedicine platforms, and data analytics tools have revolutionized patient care and administrative efficiency. But the same digital tools that streamline operations also open the door to new forms of fraud. In many ways, technology is a double-edged sword in healthcare—used… Read More »
What Is a Subpoena Duces Tecum?
A subpoena duces tecum is a powerful legal tool used to compel a person or organization to produce documents, records, or evidence in a legal proceeding. This type of subpoena plays a crucial role in various legal cases, especially in criminal investigations, civil lawsuits, and administrative proceedings. If you or your business has received… Read More »
Common Defenses to Healthcare Fraud Charges
Healthcare fraud charges are serious federal offenses that can result in severe penalties, including substantial fines, loss of professional licenses, and lengthy prison sentences. However, as with any criminal case, charges are only accusations. You are innocent until proven guilty, and the prosecution bears the burden of proving your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt…. Read More »
Penalties for Healthcare Fraud Convictions (and how to avoid them)
Healthcare fraud is a serious offense that carries significant legal consequences at both the state and federal levels. Convictions for healthcare fraud can result in severe penalties, including fines, imprisonment, restitution, and exclusion from federal healthcare programs. If you are under investigation or facing charges for healthcare fraud, it is critical to understand the… Read More »
Understanding the Role of Data Analytics in Detecting Healthcare Fraud
Healthcare fraud is one of the most high-profile issues at both the state and federal levels, leading government agencies to expend enormous resources to investigate and prosecute suspected instances of fraud involving government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. Increasingly, data analytics has become a critical tool for detecting and preventing fraud. Below we look… Read More »