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Publications | April 14, 2021

The Original Source Exception

Bloomberg Law

Authors

Patrick F. Linehan, Nicholas P. Silverman, Galen Kast

Overview

Pat Linehan, Nick Silverman and Galen Kast co-authored an article titled "The Original Source Exception" for Bloomberg Law. The article, published April 14, reviews changing False Claims Act (FCA) standards, specifically the elements of the original source exception to the public disclosure bar, and how it will affect future FCA defendants.

Professionals

Patrick F. Linehan
Patrick Linehan's diverse practice focuses on representing corporate and individual clients in internal investigations, criminal investigations/trials and civil litigation. He has handled numerous...

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White-Collar Defense, Cartels & Conspiracies, Independent & Internal Investigations, Securities Enforcement

Nicholas P. Silverman
Nick Silverman is an up-and-coming star of the white-collar defense bar, who has been recognized by Bloomberg Law as one of the "Five Fresh Faces to Know in White Collar Defense."Nick represents...

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White-Collar Defense, Independent & Internal Investigations, Campaign Finance & Political Law

Galen Kast
Galen Kast counsels companies and individuals in high-stakes government enforcement matters, internal investigations, and civil litigation. Additionally, he advises clients on corporate compliance and...

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Independent & Internal Investigations, White-Collar Defense, Blockchain & Cryptocurrency, Financial Services

Practices

Fraud & False Claims Act

White-Collar Defense

Independent & Internal Investigations

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