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Innovasis Whistleblower Receives $2.2 Million After Alleging Kickbacks to Physicians

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The federal Anti-Kickback Statute intends to ensure that medical provider’s judgment is not influenced by any improper financial incentives and prohibits offering any incentive to influence referrals of items or services covered by Medicare and other federally funded programs. The bill is widely supported by whistleblower advocates.

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Whistleblower’s Qui Tam Suit Results in $12 Million Settlement Over Kickback Allegations

Whistleblower Network News

Our office will take decisive action to address allegations that medical providers are receiving improper financial benefits that could influence medical decision making. “Medicare beneficiaries depend on their physicians to make decisions based on sound medical judgment,” said Assistant U.S. Attorney Chad Blumenfield.

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DOJ Intervenes in Qui Tam Case Against International Student Recruiting Firm

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Particularly, since 2015, SATP, under the direction of Borhaug, has recruited American students to attend UK schools and demanded payment of a commission for SATP’s services. Under the FCA’s qui tam provisions, whistleblowers with knowledge of government contracting fraud may file lawsuits on behalf of the U.S. government.

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The Revised IBA Guidelines on Conflicts of Interest: A Call to Action for Parties and Counsel?

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Second, it provides the international arbitration community with a further tool to address novel questions relating to the extent of a party’s duty of curiosity in the internet and social network era. The first addition (“a person or entity over which a party has a controlling influence”) is easy to explain.

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‘Arbitration for the Next Generation’ – Challenges and Opportunities Discussed at the Dutch Arbitration Day 2024

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Where contracts contain arbitration agreements, parties ( e.g. , suppliers and demanders) may litigate their disputes over non-compliance with ESG-provisions before an arbitral tribunal. They noted that VR and AR can be costly, complex, and raise questions of confidentiality, reliability, and influence.

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Eight trends that are redefining government at ‘warp speed’

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Achieving Innovation at Scale : Addressing modern challenges demands innovation at a scale that government cannot achieve alone. As a result, governments are adjusting incentives for stakeholders to foster a network of problem solvers that span private sector industries, academia, and every level of the public sector.

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Overcoming Challenges as a Certified Women-Owned Business (WOSB)

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By leveraging this one certification process, women-owned businesses can proactively challenge stereotypes, demand equal recognition for their accomplishments, and pave the way for a more inclusive and equitable business landscape. Together, we can overcome obstacles and create opportunities for success.