The Trade Agreements Act (TAA) applies to GSA Schedule Contracts, requiring that all products listed on the contract be manufactured or “substantially transformed” in either the United States or a TAA-compliant “designated country”. The designated TAA compliant countries encompass: 1. Countries under the World Trade Organization Government Procurement Agreement. 2…. 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 »
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 Strategic companies often seek to acquire small businesses that currently have government contracts. However, buyers must seriously invest the time and resources to make sure that they are considering the essential issues that can arise. One of the common issues that arise is whether the acquired… Read more »
Theodore P. Watson, Esq. A Merger and acquisition involving companies with federal government contracts carry significant implications. Understanding the significance of these transactions and the key considerations and concerns associated with them is crucial. Whether you are acquiring or selling a company with government contracts, using resources up front to… Read more »
Introduction: Theodore P Watson. For government contractors involved in legal disputes, the ultimate goal may be to have their case heard by the highest court in the land—the United States Supreme Court. However, the path to obtaining a hearing before the Supreme Court is not a straightforward one. It often… 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 »
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 »
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 »