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Subpoenas Rule 45
FEDERAL RULE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE 45 (SUBPOENAS) AS SEEN ON MAJOR NEWS OUTLETS If you’re dealing with Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 45, it means someone is using a subpoena to command you (or a third party) to appear in court or turn over documents and other evidence. You do not have an option to […]
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SECURITIES LITIGATION, SEC FRAUD DEFENSE, AND STOCK FRAUD We are Spodek Law Group, a top rated Federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek, and we’re not here to sugarcoat anything at all. If you’re facing criminal allegations of stock fraud or Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) violations, it means you could be up against […]
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SECURITIES LITIGATION: SEC RULE 144A If you’re reading this, it’s because you want clarity on how Rule 144A under federal securities regulations can impact you, and what might happen if you run afoul of the law. At Spodek Law Group – a nationwide federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek – we know that […]
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The FTC’s New Enforcement Powers Changed Everything in 2022 The Federal Trade Commission gained the ability to seek civil penalties, without warning letters, for conduct they deem similar to behaviors outlined in historical cease-and-desist orders dating back to the 1960s. Before April 2022, marketing violations usually resulted in a warning letter first. Now the FTC […]
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FTC DEFENSE COMPLIANCE TIPS Spodek Law Group, is a nationwide federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek, and we have over 50 years of combined experience. We are dedicated to helping you navigate the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regulations that were enacted to protect consumers, and we fight to ensure our clients are treated […]
read moreCriminal Law PPP Loan Fraud Repayment Request
If you’re reading this after getting a DOJ letter requesting “voluntary repayment” of your PPP loan, then you’re likely thinking payment will make your problems disappear. When the Department of Justice sends that official notice citing 31 U.S.C. § 3729 and 18 U.S.C. § 1343, suggesting you can “resolve” everything by returning funds, most business […]
read moreHealthcare Compliance DEA Matters Pharmacy Red Flags Opioid Medications
HEALTHCARE COMPLIANCE & DEA MATTERS: WHAT EVERY PHARMACIST MUST KNOW ABOUT RED FLAGS AND OPIOID DISPENSING If you own, manage, or dispense for a pharmacy, you’re in the DEA’s crosshairs the moment a single oxycodone tablet leaves your counter without airtight documentation. No excuses. The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) gives federal agents sweeping power to […]
read moreHealthcare Compliance DEA Matters Letter of Admonition
Healthcare Compliance – DEA Matters Letter of Admonition REALITY CHECK. If you hold a DEA registration and you receive a Letter of Admonition (LOA), you just got a bright‑red warning flare from the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. It is not a criminal charge, yet it sits on your compliance record forever, and the next misstep can trigger an Immediate Suspension Order, civil penalties […]
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HEALTHCARE COMPLIANCE UPTICK TRIGGERS MORE VA FRAUD INVESTIGATIONS Here’s the situation: Regulators who were focused on other parts of the healthcare system have turned their attention toward possible fraud in VA benefits. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA.gov) works with providers who serve veterans, and the government is worried about improper billing, overcharging, or other […]
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HEALTHCARE COMPLIANCE AND THE ANTI-KICKBACK STATUTE You need to hear this: The federal government is on high alert for healthcare providers who violate the Anti-Kickback Statute (OIG.HHS.gov), because it sees fraudulent referrals as a direct threat to patient trust and taxpayer dollars. If your practice, clinic, or hospital is not squeaky clean with its financial […]
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PHARMACY AUDIT LAWYER: PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS Surprise audits are no joke in the pharmacy world. One day, you might be handling prescriptions like usual, and then out of nowhere, you receive a notice that was delivered by a Pharmacy Benefit Manager (PBM) or a government agency, telling you your records are about to be examined […]
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MEDICARE MAC AUDITS — THE FEDERAL SPOTLIGHT YOU CAN’T IGNORE If you think a Medicare Administrative Contractor audit is “routine paperwork,” you’re wrong. It’s a federally backed investigation into your billing integrity, and it can bankrupt a clinic that handles everything else flawlessly. AS SEEN BY CMS — WHAT A MAC AUDIT REALLY IS What does MACs mean in healthcare? Medicare Administrative Contractors (CMS.gov/Medicare) […]
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MEDICAID AUDITS If you accept payments from Medicaid, you need to know that government auditors can review your claims at any time. Medicaid is a joint federal and state program, so both federal and state agencies may investigate your billing. Audits can be stressful, but if you understand what to expect, it becomes easier to […]
read moreIs Your Company Under Investigation by BIS CPB DOS or OFAC for Import Export Violations
IS YOUR COMPANY UNDER INVESTIGATION BY BIS, CBP, DOS, OR OFAC FOR IMPORT EXPORT VIOLATIONS? UNDERSTANDING WHY THIS MATTERS Companies that are involved in trade often face scrutiny from agencies that are responsible for enforcing import and export laws. If you are being investigated by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), the U.S. Customs […]
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FEDERAL COMPLIANCE AND CRIMINAL DEFENSE FOR U.S. IMPORTERS If you import goods into the United States, you have to follow many federal rules. Customs (CBP), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), and other agencies inspect and monitor shipments. If they find major errors in your paperwork, or see something suspicious, you might end up investigated for crimes. […]
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BILLING FRAUD EXPLAINED: WHAT IT IS AND HOW WE FIGHT IT By Spodek Law Group, a top rated, nationwide criminal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek Billing fraud is a term that refers to any dishonest act, or scheme, that was designed to cheat individuals, insurers, or government agencies out of money. This crime […]
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What is Federal Program Fraud The federal government runs over 2,300 benefit programs, that distribute roughly $2.3 trillion every single year to American citizens. Medicare, Medicaid, SNAP benefits, unemployment insurance, PPP loans, disability payments – these programs touch almost every family in America at some point. But here’s what most people don’t realize until it’s […]
read moreIs your company being investigated for PPP loan fraud
Is Your Company Being Investigated for PPP Loan Fraud? Spodek Law Group, a top rated, nationwide federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek, is here to give you a brutally honest reality check. If you’ve received a letter or a phone call suggesting that federal authorities are looking into your company’s Paycheck Protection Program […]
read moreCommon mistakes with OWCP billing
COMMON MISTAKES WITH OWCP BILLING OWCP BILLING: If you work with federal employees who have job-related injuries, you already know that the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP) is the agency that processes their medical claims. On the surface, it might sound simple: you treat the patient, you submit the paperwork, and you get paid. […]
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Civil And Criminal Penalties For Hiring Illegal Workers: Know The Risks Why This Matters So Much: If you run a business in the United States, you can’t afford to ignore laws about hiring employees. The federal government watches employers closely, and penalties for hiring illegal workers, who are not authorized to work, can be severe […]
read moreWhat are the levels of intent in federal criminal cases
UNDERSTANDING THE LEVELS OF INTENT IN FEDERAL CRIMINAL CASES Intent matters. If you ever find yourself in a federal criminal case, intent is often the center of everything. Prosecutors who decide whether to charge you—and judges who decide how to sentence you—pay close attention to your state of mind and they’re looking for criminal intent. […]
read morePre trial motions in federal criminal cases
Pre-Trial Motions in Federal Criminal Cases The Moment Your Federal Case Actually Begins A federal case doesn’t start with an arrest. It started months, maybe years ago, when some federal agent decided someone was worth investigating. By the time they knock on the door with that arrest warrant, the government has already built most of […]
read moreThe ultimate guide to the federal counterfeiting statutes
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO THE FEDERAL COUNTERFEITING STATUTES Counterfeiting is no joke. If the government accuses you of creating or passing fake currency, you face the possibility of serious legal penalties. There is a set of federal counterfeiting statutes, found in Title 18 of the U.S. Code, that govern such crimes. Prosecutors who believe you […]
read moreThe ultimate guide to the federal insider trading statute
Martha Stewart sold her ImClone shares on December 27, 2001, saving herself exactly $45,673. That single phone call from her broker — lasting less than two minutes – triggered a federal investigation, that consumed four years of her life, cost her $195,000 in avoided losses (yes, more than she saved), five months in federal prison, […]
read moreThe ultimate guide to the federal bankruptcy fraud statute
What Federal Bankruptcy Fraud Actually Means What is the federal statute for bankruptcy fraud? 18 U.S.C. § 157 makes bankruptcy fraud a federal felony, punishable by up to 5 years in federal prison. This isn’t just about making mistakes on paperwork. The government has to prove you knowingly and fraudulently made false statements, concealed assets, […]
read moreHow do I protect my assets in healthcare investigations
How do I protect my assets in healthcare investigations The federal government’s healthcare fraud enforcement machine has become a monster that devours medical practices whole,and when they come for you — they don’t just investigate, they systematically dismantle everything you’ve built over decades. Last year alone the Department of Justice recovered $5.6 billion through medical […]
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RESPONDING TO ICE WORKPLACE SEARCH WARRANTS AS SEEN ON MAJOR NEWS OUTLETS – We are Spodek Law Group, a nationwide federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek. We’ve handled high-profile cases, and we understand the fear you feel when Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) appears. You might be worried about arrests, heavy penalties, or […]
read moreThe ultimate guide to the federal insurance fraud statute
FEDERAL INSURANCE FRAUD STATUTE If you’re on our website, it’s because you’re in legal trouble and need the best possible attorney. We get it, and we take this very seriously. Our law firm, Spodek Law Group, is a nationwide federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek. We have over 50 years of combined experience […]
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BROKER INVESTIGATION DEFENSE STRATEGIES If you’re reading, you’re worried, and that’s smart, because when FINRA’s Office of Enforcement decides you’re worth its time, it rarely backs off, and every missed deadline ‑‑ even a day late ‑‑ snowballs into bigger problems, eventually turning an administrative probe into a career‑ending sanction. We don’t sugar‑coat. We fix things. First Reality Check—Why Regulators Care, even when the loss […]
read moreWhat is the worst case scenario in a DEA pharmacy audit
What is the worst case scenario in a DEA pharmacy audit DEA Shows Up at Your Door Without Warning What triggers a DEA audit? At 8:47 AM on a Tuesday, three agents in dark suits walk past morning customers. Administrative inspections don’t require warrants – thats the thing most pharmacists don’t realize until it’s too […]
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