Fighting Back: Counterclaims, Fee Shifting, and Sanctions under the FCA
Michael Paulhus
Partner
King & Spalding
Joshua G. Schiller
Associate General Counsel
Omnicare, Inc. (Cincinnati, OH)
- When can you bring FCA counterclaims and what is the procedure for doing so?
- Responding to theft of sensitive information (HIPAA protected PHI or trade secrets)
- Proactive steps in employment agreements and policies
- FCA litigation between business competitors
- Pushing back against frivolous claims – planning for fee shifting and Rule 11
- What is the view from the courts?
- What kind of experts is necessary for your case?
- Proactive strategies for employers