Will the DOJ Clobber Your Company Next with $1.75 Million for Falsely Certifying Your Small Business Status After a Merger or Acquisition of a Government Contracting Business?

Avoid This Costly Mistake and Get Government Contracting Lawyers to Help Avoid this $1.75Million Error. Theodore P. Watson, Esq. The United States Government Handed Down a Hefty $1.75 million to settle civil fraud allegations that it and its subsidiaries improperly obtained government contracts that were set-aside for small businesses. The… Read more »

Is Wire Fraud a Felony?

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 »

What is Wire Fraud?

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 Happens After a Grand Jury Indictment?

For Government Contractors: Navigating Procurement Fraud Grand Jury Indictments Does Indictment Always Mean Jail Time? No, It Does Not The term “indictment” by a grand jury for a federal government contractor often brings about images of handcuffs, courtrooms, and jail cells. It’s a word that carries a heavy weight and… Read more »

Tips for DOJ OIG Investigations for Government Contractors

 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 »

What is the DOJ Investigation Process for Government Contractors

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 »

What is the Average Fraud Sentence for White Collar Crime Punishment?

Understand Your Exposure and Criminal Liability – Once This Happens, Only Then Can Government Contractors and HealthCare Defendants Hire the Right Defense Attorneys. White collar crimes are non-violent offenses typically committed by individuals in positions of power or influence within the corporate or financial sector. These crimes often involve deceit,… Read more »