COVID-19 Fraud Archives - Corruption, Crime & Compliance

1 Jun, 2020

Drug and Medical Device Fraud Risks Increase in Pandemic Era

The drug and medical device/testing industry is under significant pressure to develop new products to address the COVID-19 pandemic. The federal government is increasing spending and support of drug and device companies in anticipation of developing a new vaccine, treatment products and testing. As a result, pharmaceutical, medical device and diagnostic and laboratory tests will be subject to federal scrutiny and monitoring for proper use...

COVID-19: DOJ’s Aggressive Prosecution of Fraud and Pandemic-Related Crimes

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8 Apr, 2020

COVID-19: DOJ’s Aggressive Prosecution of Fraud and Pandemic-Related Crimes

The Justice Department and the FBI have acted to focus on fraudsters who are preying on the public panic in response to the pandemic. The Justice Department has alerted US Attorneys’ Offices, and federal, state and local law enforcement of many of the common fraud schemes. DOJ already has prosecuted individuals and businesses selling fake cures for COVID-19 online and other forms of fraud. In...