Understanding the Trade Agreements Act TAA Compliance for Government Contractors and Avoid Civil and Criminal Liability Theodore P Watson, Esq. In government contracting, adherence to regulations and compliance requirements is paramount. The Trade Agreements Act (TAA) is a crucial aspect that contractors must understand and comply with in order to… Read more »
Introduction. – DOJ and OIG are Aggressively Pursuing Manufacturers and Government Contractors Selling Products to the Federal Government – The Following Can Your Company Out of the Line of Fire. Theodore P. Watson. Government contractors are subject to numerous regulations and compliance requirements, and adherence to the Trade Agreements Act… Read more »
How to Handle Civil Investigative Demands (CID)in Trade Agreements Act (TAA) and Buy American Act (BAA) Compliance Investigations In the domain of government contracting, compliance with legislation such as the Trade Agreements Act (TAA) and Buy American Act (BAA) is crucial. When a contractor receives a Civil Investigative Demand (CID)… Read more »
The Department of Justice (DOJ) conducts investigations into potential wrongdoing by government contractors. The DOJ investigation process can vary depending on the nature and complexity of the alleged misconduct. What Does the DOJ Investigate? The Department of Justice (DOJ) plays a crucial role in investigating and prosecuting government contract cases… Read more »
Theodore P. Watson, Esq. The Trade Agreements Act of 1979 (TAA), TRADE AGREEMENTS ACT OF 1979, U.S. Code 19 (2011), §§ 2501-2582, is an important piece of legislation that affects international trade. Understanding the concept of TAA substantial transformation if you are involved in federal government contracting is crucial for businesses… Read more »
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 »
How to Avoid Costly Mistakes When Responding to Federal Subpoenas. A federal subpoena is a legal document issued by the federal government to compel an individual or organization to provide relevant evidence in a criminal case. The government (DOJ, FBI or OIG) can be used to demand documents, testimony from… 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 Happens After Indictment of Government Contractors? Getting a Grand Jury Indictment in a Criminal Case Involving Federal Contracts Does Not Automatically Mean that You Are Guilty. The Question Becomes What Are You Options? What Happens After Indictment But Before a Criminal Trial. Below are but a Few Potential Outcomes…. Read more »
Respond to OIG or DOJ Civil Investigative Demand False Claims Act CIDs and Subpoenas Carefully. How You Respond, or Not, Can Impact Whether You Are Indicted or Charged Criminally or Face Hefty Civil Fines. Federal Lawyer: Theodore P. Watson, Esq. The False Claims Act (FCA) grants the Department and other… Read more »