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The False Claims Act and How it Can Affect Your Practice

Contents1 The False Claims Act and How it Can Affect Your Practice2 How False Claims Act Violations are Reported3 Developing a Solid False Claims Act Defense Strategy4 The Pitfalls of Pro Se Litigation The False Claims Act and How it Can Affect Your Practice The False Claims Act was designed many years ago to prevent […]

FDA Inspections

Handling FDA Inspections Inspections of regulated facilities by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are performed to determine their compliance with laws and regulations pertaining to their operation. The FDA will release a certain portion of the information obtained from these inspections to help the public develop an increased understanding of how it works to […]

Healthcare Audits and How They Should be Handled

Contents1 Healthcare Audits and How They Should be Handled2 Healthcare Audits Explained3 How an Audit Works4 The Effects of a Negative Audit Result Healthcare Audits and How They Should be Handled A healthcare audit is a serious matter that can be a very stressful time when not dealt with by an experienced attorney. A healthcare […]

Health Care Fraud & Prescription Fraud

Contents1 Legal Matters Involving Health Care Fraud and Prescription Fraud and How to Respond2 How to Determine if You’re Under Investigation and How to Handle the Matter3 Common Types of Healthcare and Prescription Fraud4 Time is of the Essence, Retain an Attorney, Today! Legal Matters Involving Health Care Fraud and Prescription Fraud and How to […]

Health Care Fraud Defense

Health Care Fraud Defense If you are charged with health care fraud, then you’re likely going to face severe criminal charges. As soon as you learn about the charges against you, it’s important to contact an attorney to put together a defense to present in court. The attorney will need to understand about health care […]

Home Health Care Fraud

Home Health Care Fraud Aside from fraud that occurs in medical offices, home health care fraud is one of the most common types that occur. It can be committed by the workers who enter the home or the owner of the company. Patients who need any kind of home health care assistance need to be […]

Medicare Administrative Contractor Audits and Appeals and How They Can Affect Your Practice

Contents1 Medicare Administrative Contractor Audits and Appeals and How They Can Affect Your Practice2 The Auditing Process and its Effects3 Potential Hazards of Not Handling a MAC Audit Properly4 Acting Against MAC Audits Medicare Administrative Contractor Audits and Appeals and How They Can Affect Your Practice If you’re in medicine, you’re most likely aware of […]

Medicaid Fraud Defense

Medicaid Fraud Defense If you work in a medical profession, then you could find yourself being accused of Medicaid fraud at some point. Keep in mind that there would need to be adequate proof of committing this kind of fraud before you would lose your license or certification. As soon as allegations of this kind […]

Medicare Fraud Defense

Medicare Fraud Defense There are numerous ways that you could commit Medicare fraud, some that aren’t intentional. If you’ve received allegations about this type of activity that could have taken place in your medical office, it’s important to seek the assistance of an attorney who can look at the evidence in place before putting together […]

Medicare Qui Tam Actions

Medicare Qui Tam Actions As a healthcare provider, you are already well aware of the fact that you are open to all sorts of legal claims being made against you. One of the more serious charges that can be brought against you at any time is a Medicare Qui Tam case. In such situations, you […]

Pharmacist License Defense

Pharmacist License Defense As a registered or licensed pharmacy, you must comply with strict legal and ethical standards for accepting and filling medical prescriptions. With increased public attention on prescription abuse and other misconduct, your actions and omissions face considerable scrutiny. This especially becomes true if you receive a complaint from the licensing board. Ignoring […]

Pharmacy Inspections

Pharmacy Inspections If you own a pharmacy and learn that you are under investigation or have been inspected and have received some kind of allegation about the way that the business operates, then consider talking to an attorney about the issues that you’re facing. An attorney can assist with violations pertaining to your license as […]

Pharmacy Law

Pharmacy Law Our firm represents pharmacies and pharmacists who are dealing with legal issues. This includes things such as license violations, Drug Enforcement Administration complaints and prescription fraud. We have represented pharmacists, physicians and other healthcare professionals who are under criminal investigation. We have also represented medical professionals who have had trouble obtaining a DEA […]

Pharmacy Ownership

Pharmacy Ownership Contents1 Put Pharmacy Ownership Attorneys to Work for You2 Opening a New Pharmacy3 Legal Matters Along the Way4 Closing a Pharmacy or Transferring Ownership5 Handling Legal Matters Alone6 Get Our Team to Work for You Put Pharmacy Ownership Attorneys to Work for You When opening, closing, or during times of need affects your […]

RAC Audit Process

RAC Audit Process Navigating a Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC) audit requires due diligence, as well as knowledge of laws and regulations if a health provider is to avoid being charged for overpayments that were erroneously assessed. Retaining qualified legal counsel is a critical part of the process. In fact, failure to leverage the knowledge of […]

Stark Law Defense

Stark Laws Stark Law contains a set of U.S. federal laws, with a focus on healthcare abuse and fraud. The law prohibits doctors from referring patients to a specific health care provider that is paid for by Medicare if they have a financial arrangement or will otherwise benefit financially. Given the potential broad interpretation of […]

Substance Abuse By Medical Providers

Substance Abuse Matters Sometimes, nurses and other medical workers face accusations by their employers for using illegal substances. At times, the allegations are true. However, if you have been accused of this kind of activity and know that you have not engaged in any type of behavior involving illegal substances, then you should talk to […]

Unlawful Prescribing or Dispensing

Unlawful Prescribing or Dispensing If you prescribe medications as a doctor or a physician’s assistant and know that the person doesn’t need the medication in one way or another, then you could be charged with unlawful prescribing. You could also be charged with unlawful dispensing of prescriptions if you fill those that aren’t legally written […]

ZPIC Audits

ZPIC Audits As a health care provider, there’s a lot that goes into preparing for and responding to Zone Program Integrity Contractors (ZPIC) audits. It’s a process that cannot be taken lightly because the potential consequences are too great. It’s important that you don’t make the mistake of trying to respond to a ZPIC audit […]

What You Need to Know About Federal Target Letters

Contents1 What You Need to Know About Federal Target Letters2 What Exactly is a Federal Target Letter?3 The Biggest Mistakes to Avoid After Receiving a Target Letter4 1. Talking to Federal Agents5 2. Destroying or Concealing Evidence6 3. Reaching Out to Witnesses or Alleged Victims7 Your First Step: Hiring an Experienced Federal Defense Attorney8 What […]

What Is an EBT Charge Letter? How to Respond

What Is an EBT Charge Letter? How to Respond What is an EBT Charge Letter? How to Respond is a question that confuses many. Let me be absolutely clear: SNAP rules, but they usually won’t give you the full story, they just want to accuse you of fraud. Todd Spodek leads Spodek Law Group and […]

What Are the Stages & Steps of Criminal Case During & After Arrest

Contents1 What Are the Stages & Steps of Criminal Case During & After Arrest2 Initial Moments After Arrest3 Arraignment and Bail Decisions4 Plea Negotiations and Indictment5 Pretrial Motions and Evidence Challenges6 Trial and Jury Selection7 Cross-Examination and Trial Strategy8 Sentencing or Dismissal and Post-Conviction Steps9 Appeals and Post-Conviction Relief10 Contact Us for Aggressive Defense What […]

California Knife Laws What You Can and Cannot Carry Legally

Federal Target Letter in the Mail

Contents1 Why Would I Get a Federal Target Letter in the Mail?: Defenses, Laws, Innovative Strategies1.1 1. Opening Thoughts: The Anxiety of a Target Letter1.2 2. Why Would They Even Send Me A Target Letter?1.3 3. Don’t Panic—You Have Options1.4 4. What If I Don’t Even Know Why I’m Being Investigated?1.5 5. Our Digital Portal […]

PPP Loan Flagged

Contents1 Feeling Frightened About a PPP Loan Flag?2 Why They Flag PPP Loans in the First Place3 What Kinds of Issues Spark a PPP Flag?4 The First Step: Figuring Out Where You Stand5 Why Ignoring the Problem Can Backfire Big6 Cutting Through the Anxiety: Our Defense Strategy7 Nationwide Reach, Personalized Service8 Could It Turn Criminal?9 […]

Bronx Criminal Deportation Lawyers – Compassionate, Expert Defense

Contents1 Bronx Criminal Deportation Lawyers – Compassionate, Expert Defense1.1 Why Deportation Risks Can Feel Overwhelming1.2 Arrested in the Bronx? Here’s What You Need to Know1.3 Our “White Glove” Commitment1.4 Understanding the Start of Deportation Proceedings1.5 Building a Strong Defense – Padilla v. Kentucky1.6 Our Digital Portal – Tracking Your Progress1.7 Complicated Cases Welcome1.8 Possible Outcomes […]

Bronx Criminal Deportation Lawyers

Contents1 Bronx Criminal Deportation Lawyers: How Spodek Law Group Can Help1.1 Understanding Criminal Deportation1.2 What Does Criminal Deportation Mean in the Bronx?1.3 Could You Face Deportation for a Minor Offense?1.4 The Deportation Process in the Bronx: Step by Step1.5 Common Defenses for Criminal Deportation Cases1.6 What If I’m Already in ICE Custody?1.7 Spodek Law Group’s […]

18 U.S.C. § 1591 – Sex trafficking of children or by force, fraud or coercion

Let’s start by acknowledging a very real fear: being investigated or charged under [18 U.S.C. § 1591 (Sex trafficking of children or by force, fraud, or coercion)] can feel terrifying and overwhelming. You might be struggling with questions like, “How did I even get here?” or, “What does this law really mean for my future?” […]

Facing 18 U.S.C. § 1591 Charges: How the Spodek Law Group Can Help

Facing 18 U.S.C. § 1591 Charges: How the Spodek Law Group Can Help I know facing a charge under 18 U.S.C. § 1591—sex trafficking of children or by force, fraud, or coercion—can be overwhelming and downright terrifying. You might feel lost and unsure where to turn, especially when the stakes are this high. From my […]

SNAP Administrative Appeals Lawyers

The ability to accept SNAP benefits in your store is one many people rely upon for the success of their businesses. Millions of people use government assistance to purchase food and other necessary items throughout the month to get by, and the stores that carry these items and accept SNAP benefits receive more patronage than […]