California FCA Strengthened to Parallel the Federal Act
Client Alert | less than 1 min read | 10.23.12
On September 27, Governor Brown signed into law amendments to the California False Claims Act predominantly designed to strengthen the CFCA and conform it to the federal FCA. The new law, which takes effect on January 1, 2013, increases incentives to bring lawsuits against state and local contractors by broadening anti-retaliation provisions, raising the amount of civil penalties recoverable, facilitating whistleblower suits, and extending liability for retention of an overpayment.
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Client Alert | 7 min read | 06.26.26
Federal Roundup: Updates for PBMs and Medicare Advantage Organizations
In June 2026, federal regulators and lawmakers continued their efforts to improve drug affordability through targeted reforms. These recent developments will primarily impact pharmaceutical manufacturers, managed care organizations, and pharmacy benefit managers (PBM) serving Medicare Part D program members. PBMs, Medicare Advantage organizations, and Part D sponsors should monitor these changes in the interest of maintaining compliance and providing input on regulatory proposals that may influence their business operations or compensation structures in the future.
Client Alert | 6 min read | 06.26.26
Client Alert | 4 min read | 06.25.26
Twin Executive Orders Seek to Spur Quantum Leap in Technology and Cybersecurity
Client Alert | 7 min read | 06.24.26
