Medicare fraud cost U.S. taxpayers about $16 billion in 2016 alone, so it’s easy to see why the government has been trying to crack down on the issue. However, not everyone who is accused of Medicare fraud is actually guilty of purposely misleading the government. Some simply made billing mistakes or were even unknowingly used as pawns
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Are you dealing with insurance fraud? Insurance fraud costs people in the nation an estimated $30 billion per year. An estimated 10 percent of all insurance claim money paid out each year goes to frauds. The massive scale of insurance fraud across the country leads to higher insurance premiums for everyone. If you have been accused
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Being investigated or charged with a federal crime is a frightening experience. However, even if you are convicted of a federal crime, you can still protect your right to appeal if you move quickly. The best way to protect your appellate rights is to consult with a knowledgeable and experienced attorney as soon as you
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Breach of contract claims, along with tort claims and equitable claims, are one of the most common types of civil lawsuits. Individuals, a sole proprietorship, corporations, limited liability companies, limited companies, limited partnerships, nonprofit organizations, subsidiaries, joint ventures, public companies, joint-stock companies, unlimited companies and even schools can all file or be...
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If you operate a medical practice that accepts Medicaid, you probably know that Medicaid fraud is a big problem that the government does its best to identify and eliminate. This means that you could be in big trouble if your practice is accused of committing Medicaid fraud in any way. If you want the best
Learn MoreWhile both state and federal criminal charges can result in severe penalties, the federal criminal system offers less flexibility in procedure and punishment. The states are responsible for dealing with most violations of the law that happen within their borders. Therefore, most murders, rapes and robberies are state crimes and handled by state courts. Federal
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The mere utterance of the word “insider trading” is enough to send chills down corporate employees’ spines. In reality, though, insider trading isn’t always a bad thing. One form, in fact, is nothing more than owners, directors, and officers trading stock in the company they work for. However, if you’ve been charged with insider trading,
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A Canadian citizen pretends to be in love with an American citizen with the goal of marrying and getting American citizenship. An American company promises to help a Mexican citizen immigrate to the United States legally, but uses false information on the person’s immigration documents. An American citizen offers to marry a French friend in
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One of the most troubling accusations that can be brought against a provider is Medicaid/Medicare fraud. If you’re found guilty of fraud, the consequences can be severe: Medicare or Medicaid fraud typically comes with civil or criminal charges, which can lead to fines or even jail time. Any kind of Medicare or Medicaid provider may
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Being arrested and charged with a criminal offense can be devastating, to say the least. The legal process can be byzantine and overwhelming, especially if you don’t know how the system works. This is why you need to consult with an experienced federal criminal defense lawyer as soon as you learn that you have been
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