In these investigations, there are often informants who decide to give the government information about fraudulent billing. Sometimes these people are whistleblowers. They may work inside the company, believe something illegal is happening, want it to stop, and do not want to be involved in the wrongdoing. They may secretly give this information to the…
The U.S. Constitution gives people the right to have a trial without unreasonable delay if they are accused of a crime. This right is important for two main reasons. First, evidence can get lost, and people can forget details as time passes, so having a trial sooner helps make sure it is fair. Second, it…
At Aaron L. Wiley Law, P.C., our federal internal investigation lawyers have many years of experience helping federal employees handle administrative investigations. These investigations can be stressful and confusing, but we walk you through each step. Whether you are named as a management official in an EEO complaint or are being investigated by an Office…
The Controlled Substances Act sets the federal rules for how controlled drugs are made, handled, and distributed. The Drug Enforcement Administration is the agency that enforces these rules. The DEA requires controlled drugs to move only through a secure, tracked system. This means that anyone who legally handles these drugs, such as manufacturers, distributors, doctors,…
In 1975, after the Watergate scandal exposed serious ethical problems and misconduct by high-level officials, Attorney General Edward Levi created OPR. His order told OPR to “receive and review any information concerning conduct by a department employee that may be in violation of law, regulations, or orders, or applicable standards of conduct.” During its 40-year…
A brief section of the federal mail and wire fraud laws was added by Congress in 1988 to address public corruption and individuals who violated their duty to act honestly. This one-sentence new section, known as Section 1346, gave rise to what is now known as “honest services fraud.” The sentence simply says, “For the…
Being charged with a felony can be scary and stressful. It can feel even worse if the charge is a federal felony. Wire fraud and mail fraud are both serious federal crimes, and a conviction can lead to large fines and long prison time. Even so, you still have options, and you do not have…
Federal corruption charges are very serious and can affect your job, your reputation, and your future. If you have been charged, it’s important to talk to an experienced federal corruption lawyer at Aaron L. Wiley, P.C. as soon as possible. A lawyer who understands these cases can explain your options, build a strong defense, and…
The medical industry is closely watched and heavily regulated. Because healthcare fraud costs billions of dollars each year, federal and Texas authorities, along with insurance companies, spend a lot of time and resources investigating and prosecuting suspected fraud. People and companies accused of healthcare fraud can face civil penalties, criminal charges, or both. Understanding Medicare…
In general, federal crimes have harsher penalties than state crimes. They are usually more serious, and federal agencies like the FBI and the U.S. Department of Justice focus on cases that cause major harm to the public, businesses, or the federal government. U.S. law lists many federal crimes. Each year, many criminal cases are brought…
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