The False Claims Act (“FCA”) is a powerful tool to fight fraud against the government, especially in healthcare. It contains a “qui tam” provision that lets regular people—called “relators” or whistleblowers—sue individuals and entities for fraud on behalf of the government.

Will the Whistleblower Law Be Whistled Out?

Buying a healthcare business, from a medical practice to a medicine manufacturer, is a lot like buying a house—you hope for the best, but sometimes, there’s wood rot hiding under that fresh paint.

What’s Lurking in Your Business Acquisition? Nearly $60 Million in Lessons from Pfizer and Biohaven

There’s a reason why Medicare Advantage is fertile ground for fraud enforcement.

Did They Sell Their Seoul? The $62+ Million Settlement

This podcast concerns a tribunal's decision regarding Metro Bank's breach of financial regulations and the penalties imposed on its former CEO, Mr. Craig Donaldson, and CFO, Mr. David Arden. The core issue involved incorrectly reported risk-weighted assets in a Q3 2018 trading update, which the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) deemed a breach of Listing Rule 1.3.3R. The tribunal ultimately upheld the finding that the bank breached the rule and that both executives were "knowingly concerned" in the breach, but reduced their individual penalties due to mitigating factors like cooperation with regulatory authorities. The text also explores the meaning of "knowingly concerned" within financial regulations and the burden and standard of proof applied in such cases.

Craig Francis Donaldson & Anor v The Financial Conduct Authority [2025] UKUT 185 (TCC)

This podcast outlines a tribunal's findings regarding an individual, Mr. Staley, and his conduct while serving as CEO of Barclays, particularly concerning his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein. The core issue revolves around misleading statements made in a letter to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) regarding the closeness and recency of contact between Mr. Staley and Mr. Epstein. The tribunal assessed whether Mr. Staley acted recklessly and breached Individual Conduct Rule 1 (acting with integrity), Individual Conduct Rule 3 (being open and cooperative with regulators), and Senior Manager Conduct Rule 4 (appropriately disclosing information). It also addresses the calculation of a financial penalty, specifically the inclusion of unvested shares in Mr. Staley's relevant income, and ultimately affirmed a prohibition order against him while reducing the financial penalty.

James Edward Staley v The Financial Conduct Authority [2025] UKUT 203 (TCC)

This podcast outlines a judgment from the UK's Upper Tribunal, specifically the Tax and Chancery Chamber, concerning an application by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to amend its statement of case against Nailesh Manubai Teraiya. The core of the matter revolves around the FCA's decision to withdraw its pursuit of a financial penalty against Teraiya, while still seeking to prohibit him from regulated financial activities. The Tribunal addresses Teraiya's objections, primarily focusing on whether the FCA was required to issue a notice of discontinuance and comply with its publication policies when withdrawing part, but not all, of its case. The judgment ultimately grants the FCA permission to amend its case and the preliminary legal question, clarifying the procedural requirements for partial case withdrawal within the Tribunal rules.

Nailesh Manubai Teraiya v The Financial Conduct Authority [2025] UKUT 211 (TCC)

The government alleged a 65-million-dollar kickback and healthcare fraud conspiracy against owners of a laboratory which specialized in COVID-19 and pharmacogenomic testing. Host Ramana Rameswaran speaks to Andrew Feldman, of the Feldman Firm, to discuss the impact of this case, why this case and the trial may affect the theories the government utilizes in future indictments and FCA enforcement actions, and how the government might develop future COVID-19 cases. 

Lessons from the Trenches: Trial Tactics Defending COVID 19 and Genetic Testing Cases

Out of state and still billing for in-person care? A physician submitted claims while vacationing in Hawaii—and now faces criminal sentencing and a $500k civil payout.


Double Trouble: Prosecuted and Sued for the Same Scam

On this weeks show, Steve Wiggington talks about Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the impact it has had on him and young student athletes in the Kentuckiana area over the years. Next weekend they are having the annual FCA banquet.  If you are interested, please visit their website for more information.  https://www.fcalou.org

#506 Steve Wiggington Talks About the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Young People 10/27/25

The AccountingWEB team celebrates the 200th podcast episode by looking back in time at some notable moments and reflecting on the first episode.
Matthew Ord takes a look at the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) new role as anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorism financing (CTF) supervisor for all accountancy and legal firms. He recalls his chat with AML expert David Winch, who warned it won’t be a light-touch regime. Ord explores why the move has frustrated supervisory bodies and whether the FCA really understands the profession.
Tom Herbert turns to Making Tax Digital (MTD) and the part that banks are starting to play. With 840,000 taxpayers not yet using commercial software, Herbert talks about which banks have made their MTD move, his concerns about this approach and how he sees it all playing out. 
Back from the US, Richard Hattersley shares his experience at NetSuite’s SuiteWorld where AI was the topic of conversation. The team unpacks the launch of NetSuite Next and the push toward the “autonomous close”, asking whether finance teams are ready for AI. 

No Accounting for Taste ep200: FCA will become the AML supervisor

A show to engage, encourage & equip men to ask tough questions of themselves, and to live out their destiny as men, by God’s design. Saturdays at 10am on 94.7FM the Spirit, Louisville, KY, with Kurt Sauder and Chad Russell

A podcast of the American Bar Association Health Law Section reflecting the diverse industry voices of the healthcare bar!

New tracks tagged #FCA