If you refuse or ignore a subpoena Duces Tecum, non-compliance can have serious consequences – contempt of curt charges or even jail time. Avoid this at all costs as a government contractor. Theodore P Watson. Are you a CEO or small business government contractor facing criminal or civil charges related… Read more »
Introduction to Elements in a Government Contractor Fraud Criminal Case – Knowing Them Can Set Up Your Legal Defense and Avoid Jail Time. By Theodore. P. Watson, Esq. A government contractor fraud criminal case imposes a burden of proof on the prosecution to prove all elements required for a conviction… Read more »
Complying with the Trade Agreements Act (TAA) as a federal contractor is of utmost importance for success in government contracting, and it’s essential to understand all its components. Should you fail to do so, there may be serious penalties like civil or criminal charges as well as loss of contracts… Read more »
How to Avoid Costly Mistakes When Responding to Federal Subpoenas. If you are a government contractor or health care industry professional or CEO served with a corporate or individual notice, you should understand the general information below. Seek help from an attorney before making serious mistakes. Subpoena meaning: A federal… Read more »
Getting Jail Time for SBA PPP Loan Fraud is Alive and Well – Seek Legal Counsel from Our PPP Fraud Attorneys. Although You May Have Made an Honest Mistake, or No Mistake At All, Your are Presumed Innocent. News of an Investigation or Criminal Charges Certainly Does Not Bring a… Read more »
Theodore P Watson, Government Contractor Defense Attorney. Government Contractors Charged With White Collar Crimes Face Serious Fines and Potential Jail Time. Having an Experience White Collar Lawyer That Also Understands Federal Government Contracting is Critical to Getting a Favorable Outcome. Not all Local Criminal Defense Counsel have this Unique Experience… Read more »
What is a Federal Indictment? Can a Defendant in a Government Contractor Fraud Case Get an Indictment Overturned? Theodore P. Watson. Federal indictments from a grand jury in a federal criminal case involving federal government contractors and defendants in those cases is the formal process where federal law enforcement like… Read more »
Government contractors facing federal investigations from the Office of Inspector General (OIG), DOJ or some other law enforcement agency should understand the basics of grand jury indictments and how the criminal process can impact the company. When the federal prosecutors finish their investigation, they can bring further charges by moving… Read more »
Establishing and proving Federal False Claims Act elements and defenses in government investigations and litigation can make the difference in winning or being an open target for prison time or hefty civil fines. The False Claims Act, 31 USC 3729, is the government’s favorite legal tool to prosecute and impose… Read more »
By Theodore P Watson, Esq– Government Contract Whistleblower Attorney (Defense). Qui Tam Lawsuits can ruin a federal contractor’s future and shut companies down if not defended correctly. The Qui Tam defense attorneys at Watson & Associates, LLC aggressively defend small businesses and large DOD contractors doing business with the federal government… Read more »