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Follow on Google News | Carroll A. Skehan, Counsel, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld, LLP to Speak at TKG's EventFor further details, please visit: https://www.theknowledgegroup.org/ About Carroll A. Skehan Carroll Skehan's practice covers a variety of litigation and investigation matters, including complex civil litigation, government and internal investigations, and white-collar criminal defense. Ms. Skehan has represented individual and corporate clients in matters before state and federal courts, as well as in connection with investigations by the Department of Justice and various federal agencies. She regularly assists companies in conducting investigations and responding to government inquiries related to compliance matters and allegations of fraud. Ms. Skehan also has particular experience representing clients in cases brought under the False Claims Act (FCA). Ms. Skehan received her J.D. magna cum laude in May 2012 from The Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law, where she was a lead articles editor of the Catholic University Law Review. She earned her B.A. cum laude in English from the College of the Holy Cross. About Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld, LLP Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP was founded in Texas in 1945 by Robert Strauss and Richard Gump in a spirit of optimism and with a mission of integrity. The firm has sustained this guiding vision to the present. Every day, Akin Gump professionals tackle complex and highly consequential legal engagements with keen commercial awareness and dedication to their clients' business goals. Recognized by BTI Consulting Group as a Client Service A-Team as one of the top 30 law firms in the U.S., Akin Gump is known for its strength in litigation and high-stakes appellate work, leadership in groundbreaking transactions and depth in public policy. Akin Gump professionals possess a sharp understanding of the intangible factors in economic and political infrastructures, combining it with first-hand government experience at the highest levels around the world. Event Synopsis: The False Claims Act (FCA) is the primary civil enforcement tool used by the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) when addressing and managing fraud committed by individuals and entities against government programs. In late 2016, in the case of U.S. ex rel. Escobar v. Universal Health Services, Inc., the Supreme Court significantly changed the landscape of FCA enforcement by establishing requirements for implied certification (a theory of falsity) and for materiality. These changes both broadened the avenues for whistleblowers and the government to bring complaints and made new defenses available to defendants. These changes also have important implications for discovery regarding government programs. It is not unreasonable to call Escobar an earthquake in False Claims Act practice. In this LIVE Webcast, a panel of thought leaders and professionals brought together by The Knowledge Group will provide the audience with an in-depth analysis of recent trends and developments in the 2018 False Claims Act landscape after Escobar. Our speakers will identify the significant implications and impacts of the decision, based on a flurry of new litigation and court opinions in the less than two years since the Escobar earthquake. Our speakers will also present best practices and practical tips to avoid potential risks and legal pitfalls. Key topics include: · Implied Certification – Then and Now · Materiality – Then and Now · Trends and Updates in 2018 after Escobar · What Lies Ahead About The Knowledge Group, LLC/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series The Knowledge Group was established with the mission to produce unbiased, objective, and educational live webinars that examine industry trends and regulatory changes from a variety of different perspectives. The goal is to deliver a unique multilevel analysis of an important issue affecting business in a highly focused format. To contact or register to an event, please visit: http://theknowledgegroup.org End
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