Civil Fraud

A civil fraud typically involves the act of intentionally making a false representation of a material fact, with the intent to deceive, which is reasonably relied upon by another person to that person's detriment. A "false representation" can take many forms, such as:

 

  A false statement of fact, known to be false at the time it was made;

 

  A statement of fact with no reasonable basis to make that statement;

 

  A promise of future performance made with an intent, at the time the   

  promise was made, not to perform as promised;

 

  A statement of opinion based on a false statement of fact;

 

  A statement of opinion that the maker knows to be false; or

 

  An expression of opinion that is false, made by one claiming or implying to have special knowledge of the subject matter of the opinion. "Special knowledge" in this case means knowledge or information superior to that possessed by the other party, and to which the other party did not have equal access.

 

 

  Federal and state government agencies devote substantial resources to investigating and prosecuting allegations of criminal wrongdoing by corporations and individuals. In the past, many of these matters were handled in the civil courts. The government often makes no meaningful distinction between criminal conduct and the violation of Federal regulations, and there is a trend toward "criminalizing" suspect business actions, especially in the health care industry and in the financial markets. This trend presents complex issues of tremendous concern to companies and management.

 

  "Whistle-blower" laws often serve as a financial incentive to employees and competitors to accuse management of wrongdoing. This increased scrutiny makes businesses and their employees vulnerable to unfounded allegations, which can have a serious, long-term impact on the reputation and financial security of organizations.

 

  Our firm offers many years of experience in handling civil fraud cases. Medicaid fraud, insurance fraud, no-fault law fraud and other civil fraud related cases are our specialty. We offer the necessary skills to successfully guide you through all law issues with the attention, respect and dignity your case deserves.