Universal Health Services v. Escobar: Avoiding Implied Certification Liability Under FCA
Recording of a 30-minute CLE webinar with Q&A
This course will examine the Universal Health Services Inc. v. United States ex rel. Escobar decision and its impact on implied certification liability under the False Claims Act (FCA) and will provide guidance on the Court's refined theory of implied certification, the preconditions for its application, and the materiality requirement.
Benefits
Our presenter will review these and other key issues:
- The new standard for implied false certifications set by the Court in Universal Health
- Guidance on the application of the decision and what it could mean for FCA liability
- The role of materiality in the scope of FCA liability
- Best practices for assessing and managing FCA risks and developing a robust doctrine of materiality to limit exposure
Faculty
Jeffrey S. Bucholtz
Partner
King & Spalding
Mr. Bucholtz is a partner in the National Appellate Practice of his firm's Business Litigation team. Prior to... | Read More
Mr. Bucholtz is a partner in the National Appellate Practice of his firm's Business Litigation team. Prior to joining his firm, he served in leadership positions in the Civil Division of the U.S. Department of Justice, including six months as Acting Assistant Attorney General. He argued more than 30 appeals spanning the U.S. Supreme Court, most of the federal circuit courts of appeals, and several state courts. He is a frequent speaker on topics such as government enforcement relating to off-label promotion of prescription drugs and False Claims Act enforcement.
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