On June 23, 2022, a jury in US District Court in Greenbelt, Maryland returned a not guilty verdict on all counts for Burnham & Gorokhov’s client, Donnie Amis. The prosecution alleged that our client and his co-defendant participated in conspiracies to defraud Medicaid and to illegally recruit patients to a DC dental practice. Through its verdict, the jury completely rejected the government’s case and acquitted our client of the charges conspiracy to commit health care fraud, mail fraud, and violation of the anti-kickback statute. See the post on White Collar Prof Blog for more coverage. It was a pleasure to work on this case with John McNichols and Allie Eisen of Williams & Connolly, LLP, who stepped up to defend an innocent man.
Medical and Dental License Defense in DC and Virginia: Why Early Legal Help Matters
Receiving a notice from the DC Board of Medicine, DC Board of Dentistry, or a Virginia medical or dental board can be an alarming experience for any healthcare professional. Whether triggered by a patient complaint, a peer report, or an administrative audit, being summoned before a licensing board carries serious implications. Even allegations that seem minor can escalate quickly,