We recently interviewed Hank Asbill of Jones Day, and Professor Ellen Podgor at White Collar Crime Prof Blog graciously published the interview. The interview can be read by clicking on this link. The interview covers Mr. Asbill’s career as well as his work on the McDonnell case.
What Federal Laws Are Used to Prosecute Fraud and What Penalties Do They Carry?
Federal fraud cases do not rely on a single statute. Instead, prosecutors use a wide network of criminal and civil laws that allow them to charge a broad range of conduct, from misrepresenting information to government agencies to submitting false claims for payment. Understanding these statutes is crucial for anyone under investigation or facing federal