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Fraud Telecommunications Department of Justice (DOJ)

Fraud is the making of false representations or engaging in deceptive behavior in order to unlawfully secure financial or personal gain. 
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FCC issues consumer alert on “grandparent scam” robocalls targeting the elderly

On March 7, the FCC issued a consumer alert about “grandparent scam” robocalls targeting elderly individuals. The alert highlighted various tactics used in the scams, including using the personal information of real people,...more

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Supreme Court Clarifies “Claim” Definition Under False Claims Act

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In Wisconsin Bell, Inc. v. United States ex rel. Heath, the Supreme Court clarified the definition of “claim” under the FCA. The case resolves a split between the Fifth and Seventh Circuits on whether a request for...more

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Federal Trade Commission and Department of Justice Joint Task Force News

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The Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice possess both overlapping and distinct authority to challenge anti-competitive practices under federal law. The FTC enforces, without limitation, the FTC Act and the...more

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COVID-19 PPE Scam | Biotech Company In $49 Million False Claims Settlement | Hidden Telecom Fees

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COVID-19- Selling Nonexistent PPE Is Not a Good Business Plan- •New York AG Letitia James reached a settlement with medical supply company Borgese Holdings, Inc. d/b/a IMPACT Medical & Surgical Solutions and its owner...more

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Investigations Newsletters: DOJ Files First Fraud Case in Connection with the CARES Act SBA Paycheck Protection Program

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DOJ Files First Fraud Case in Connection with the CARES Act SBA Paycheck Protection Program - David Staveley and David Butziger are the first two individuals to be charged with allegedly defrauding the Coronavirus Aid,...more

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