Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Increased Cybersecurity Enforcement: The DOJ’s Use of the False Claims Act through the Civil Cyber-Fraud Initiative
In recent years, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has ramped up its efforts to use the False Claims Act (FCA) as a powerful tool to enforce cybersecurity standards across various industries. This approach has been significantly bolstered by the Civil Cyber-Fraud Initiative, which aims to protect sensitive information in the hands of the government… Read More »
Florida Business to Pay $325,000 to Resolve Claims In Qui Tam Lawsuit
Two Florida companies have been charged $325,000 by the federal government related to false certifications made to the Payroll Protection Program under The CARES Act. The CARES Act, also known as The Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security Act, offered funds to businesses to protect their payroll during the coronavirus pandemic. According to the… Read More »