Government Contracts
False Claims Act
The False Claims Act (FCA) is one of the government’s main tools to fight fraud, waste, and abuse. Its complexities and seriousness require experienced and knowledgeable practitioners to handle matters where FCA liability arises. Whether clients are businesses who want to implement effective controls to avoid FCA issues, individuals facing allegations of FCA liability, or entities concerned about potential actions that involve FCA liability, Fluet’s Government Contracts team can guide clients through the framework to achieve the best possible outcome.
Fluet’s attorneys have represented companies investigated for FCA liability by the Department of Justice. The team has also dealt with employees and other contractors within the contracting chain when their conduct has invoked the FCA. Our attorneys also represent relators in bringing qui tam suits to the Department of Justice and representing them throughout. Whatever clients’ needs concerning the FCA and its severe consequences, Fluet has the knowledge and experience to help clients through the process.
Our clients benefit from Fluet’s past experience including:
- Representing contractors for teaming partners’ billing potentially involving the FCA.
- Representing former company executives for wrongful termination for opposing FCA violations.
- Responding to inquiries from federal Agency’s Office of Inspector General and the Department of Justice, including civil investigative demand (CID)’s and Grand Jury subpoenas.
- Representing companies and executives for companies facing FCA allegations.
- Ensuring clients’ compliance with certifications, representations, and reporting to the government.
