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Stop Fraud, Get Rewarded: A Whistleblower’s Guide to the False Claims Act


Level: Intermediate
Runtime: 59 minutes
Recorded Date: October 17, 2024
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Agenda

  • What is the False Claims Act?
  • Who is eligible to make a claim?
  • What constitutes Government money?
  • Mechanics of making a claim
  • False Claims Act cases: Investigation
  • Civil Investigative Demands
  • Intervention and Declination
  • Best Case scenarios
  • If you're filing a Whistleblower Suit
  • If you're on the receiving end of an FCA case
  • Q&A

For NY - Difficulty Level: Both newly admitted and experienced attorneys

Description

In the battle against fraud and corruption, knowledge is power. Explore the depths of the False Claims Act (FCA) and unlock the potential for justice and reward.

Join Rachel L. Fiset of ZFZ LLP and John M. Peterson of Neville Peterson LLP in this CLE program as they delve into the intricacies of whistleblowing and learn how you can make a difference while safeguarding your rights and interests.

Key Topics to be Discussed:
  • Decoding the False Claims Act
  • Spotting Fraudulent Activities
  • Embracing Whistleblower Responsibility
  • Navigating Legal Channels

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Panelists

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Rachel L. Fiset

Managing Partner
ZFZ LLP

Rachel Fiset is managing partner of Zweiback, Fiset & Zalduendo LLP. Rachel achieves outstanding results for her clients in civil and criminal state and federal litigation, government investigations, mediations, appeals, and arbitrations. She has worked on dozens of False Claims Act matters in multiple industries, including healthcare, staffing, government contracting, real estate development, and technology. Rachel has successfully defended both civil and criminal investigations, resulting in declinations to intervene by the DOJ, U.S. Attorney’s Office, and state Attorneys General. She has worked on behalf of whistleblowers and can navigate the process on behalf of insider clients. Rachel is a sought-after legal analyst who appears on multiple news outlets. Rachel and ZFZ are recognized by Chambers USA, the LA Business Journal, the Daily Journal, and Best Lawyers.

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John M. Peterson

Partner
Neville Peterson LLP

John Peterson has practiced international trade and Customs law since 1977, and has enjoyed every minute of it. His practice embraces all phases of trade law, from counseling and import planning, to representation of clients before government agencies, and litigation in United States and foreign courts. Each new engagement allows him to learn about different industries, products, technologies and people. Whether the practice of law takes him to a high-rise office tower in Asia, a factory on a Caribbean Island, or the control room of the Trans-Alaska pipeline, he relishes the opportunity to help clients solve problems and improve their operation.


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