Many government contractors ask the question, does indictment mean jail time. The answer is No, a federal indictment by a grand jury only starts the official process of determining whether you are guilty. A defendant may also resolve a case by pleading guilty and admitting to their crimes. But defendants… Read more »
Federal wire fraud is a serious crime for businesses, government contractors and individuals that fall under white-collar offenses. This crime involved the use of electronic communications such as faxes, phone calls or emails, to defraud the government out of money (government contracts) or something of value. The penalties for federal… Read more »
A conspiracy charge in a government contract fraud case is a complex and often misunderstood aspect of the legal system. When someone is accused of being involved in a conspiracy under federal law, it can have serious consequences. The term ‘conspiracy’ often conjures images of shadowy figures plotting secretly, but… Read more »
Wire fraud is a crime that involves the use of electronic communications, such as email or text messages, fax machines and telephone line to commit illicit acts such as payment of government contract invoices, federal contract awards, or traditional crimes such as identity theft or money laundering. Avoiding charges of… Read more »
What is Trade Agreements Act Compliance? Is Your Company TAA Compliant? The 1979 Trade Agreements Act (TAA) was established to promote equitable and transparent international trade. According to the TAA stipulations, goods and services listed under your GSA Schedule contract should be made exclusively in the U.S. or produced in… Read more »
For Government Contractors: Navigating Procurement Fraud Grand Jury Indictments Does Indictment Always Mean Jail Time? Debunking the Misconception The term “indictment” for a government contractor often brings about images of handcuffs, courtrooms, and jail cells. It’s a word that carries a heavy weight and stress, and for many, it’s synonymous… Read more »
Theodore P. Watson, Government Contracts and Procurement Fraud Attorney: The Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA requirements), also known as Public Law 87-653, is a U.S. federal law, 10 U.S.C. § 2306a, 41 U.S.C. § 254b that requires government contractors to submit cost or pricing data in their bids and to… Read more »
Theodore P. Watson, Government Contracts and Procurement Fraud Attorney: Navigating the complex world of government contracting can be challenging. As a government contractor, one of the significant challenges is dealing with potential investigations from oversight bodies such as the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Office of Inspector General (OIG)…. Read more »
Theodore P. Watson, Esq. It’s important to know how to address a Civil Investigative Demand (CID) if you receive one, as this is an indicator of the start of a federal investigation. In order for proper handling and protection of your interests, understanding CIDs and their process is key. Here… Read more »
Government Contractors’ Penalty for False Claims Act Violation: Navigating Government Investigations and Understanding the Impacts of Civil and Criminal Liability Government contractors play a crucial role in the provision of goods and services to federal agencies. However, with the privilege of working with the government comes the responsibility to uphold… Read more »