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Compliance Tip of the Day: COSO Objective 3 – Control Activities
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The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) recently announced an “immediate and full-scale audit” of its 8(a) business development program. The announcement stems from a “years-long fraud and bribery scheme involving a...more
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) on June 27, 2025, announced a comprehensive, full-scale audit of its 8(a) Business Development Program (8(a) Program), marking a significant escalation in federal oversight of...more
Immigration authorities have several functions that may bring them to a business to conduct immigration and employment-related investigations. As the government prioritizes these investigative functions, it is important for...more
Companies across various industries in the United States should begin preparing for President-elect Donald Trump's expected crackdown on immigration, and particularly focus on ensuring their employees’ I-9 forms are in order....more
A change in presidential administrations can influence federal enforcement agencies’ priorities, how they interpret laws and guidelines, and how they carry out enforcement. Consequently, the transition to the Trump...more
During the first Trump administration, worksite enforcement actions (aka raids) were focused in the Southeast and Midwest. The primary industries targeted were manufacturing and meat/poultry processing. In 2017, Thomas Homan...more
A Department of Transportation (“DOT”) audit is something that all motor carriers dread. The potential for a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (“FMCSA”) investigator can often have adverse consequences....more
The COVID-19 pandemic caused unprecedented impacts around the world including stay-at-home orders, curfews, quarantines, and economic uncertainty. Businesses across the United States were forced to close their doors, limit...more
To most Americans, the word “audit” conjures up a visceral fear of the IRS combing through their records and finances. However, to those in the motor carrier industry, “audit” means something much different, but no less...more
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently announced a new settlement initiative for Syndicated Conservation Easements (SCEs) that are currently under audit and have not reached the Tax Court. This new settlement initiative...more
Jessica Zeff loves government audits. It’s hard to believe, given the dread they inspire. But, the founder and lead consultant of Simply Compliance makes a very good case in this podcast that audits can be much better than...more
In April 2022, CMS announced an initiative to pay for Medicare beneficiaries to receive free OTC COVID-19 test kits. Specifically, Medicare established a demonstration project to pay various eligible healthcare providers to...more
Staying up-to-date with fraud enforcement trends and recent cases and settlements can sometimes be viewed as a “Glass Half Empty” perspective, focusing on negative aspects of the industry and the perceived threat of...more
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has made numerous recent public statements reflecting increased priorities for enforcement, especially in the health care industry. The DOJ has a variety of tools at its disposal to enforce...more
Attend our annual event for those who manage compliance at health plan providers. Explore topics and issues that are pertinent to industry professionals like you. Learn the latest practices, share strategies, and connect with...more
Learning Objectives: - Learn what triggers a prescriber audit, define “best practice” and discuss state opioid prescribing requirements - Discuss how to effectively respond to a government inquiry/investigation:...more
The PPP and CARES Act Audit, Investigations and Defense Team has developed a Response Kit that includes the PPP and CARES Act Audit, Investigations and Defense overview; FAQ’s; Important Documents list; and Burr’s PPP and...more
Chuck James, partner in and co-chair of the White Collar & Investigations Practice and the Firearms Industry Group at Williams Mullen, discusses how you can prepare for government inquiries related to the federal Payroll...more
While there has been a lot of controversy in the media surrounding the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), there is no question that the program has served as an invaluable lifeline to many small and medium-sized businesses...more
Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin issued a warning on the heels of the second funding of the federal Payroll Protection Program (PPP) that large or public companies will be audited if they received a loan under the program....more
According to a White House budget issued on February 10, 2020, the White House is considering transferring the authority of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB or Board) to the SEC by 2022 in order to...more
On the latest episode of Williams Mullen's Benefits Companion, Brydon DeWitt is joined by colleague Chuck James, partner and co-chair of Williams Mullen’s White Collar Litigation Practice, who will discuss what you need to...more
Our annual Clinical Practice Compliance Conference provides information about the latest government initiatives related to physicians and clinics. Unite with your colleagues to discuss strategies for facing compliance issues...more
The day of reckoning was here for KMPG and I do not think that anyone could have imagined how bad it would be for the firm. Last week the Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported last week that KPMG was preparing to pay up to $50...more
When you get pulled over by the police while driving, the best way to handle is to be pleasant and not be argumentative. You listen to the officer as to why he pulled over. Being belligerent and non-cooperative will only lead...more