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Eleventh Circuit Rejects the Appointments Clause Challenge to the False Claims Act's Qui Tam Provisions
On September 1, 2026, the Eleventh Circuit held that False Claims Act relators are not “Officers of the United States,” rejecting the Appointments Clause challenge a Florida court had used to dismiss a qui tam case. The narrow ruling forecloses that defense in the circuit for now but leaves the Vesting and Take Care Clause theories open. What it means for defendants.
When Paying a Rival to Quit Becomes an Antitrust Case: Lessons From the FTC's Zillow-Redfin Settlement
The FTC's settlement with Zillow and Redfin over a $100 million pay-to-exit deal: what the government alleged, the defense's case, and the unusual order requiring a competitor to rebuild and re-enter the market.
Understanding the Benefits of the First Step Act
When facing federal criminal charges, selecting a defense lawyer with a deep understanding of the federal sentencing regime is critical. Federal sentencing invo
Criminal Procedure: Recent Supreme Court Rulings and Their Implications
The U.S. Supreme Court continues to shape the landscape of criminal procedure through recent rulings that have far-reaching consequences. Three notable cases— U
Pulsifer v. U.S.
Pulsifer v. U.S. Recently, in Pulsifer v. United States, the Supreme Court clarified the interpretation of the safety valve provision under the First Step Act.