CCT Enforcement and Penalties 2

Question 1

Under the False Claims Act, what is the minimum civil penalty per false claim submitted to the federal government?

Accepted Answer

$13,946

Answer

The False Claims Act imposes civil penalties per false claim that are adjusted for inflation; the current minimum is approximately $13,946 per violation.

Question 2

A qui tam relator under the False Claims Act who brings a successful lawsuit on behalf of the government is typically entitled to what percentage of the government's recovery when the government intervenes?

Accepted Answer

15-25%

Answer

When the government intervenes in a qui tam action, the relator receives 15–25% of the proceeds of the action or settlement.

Question 3

Which federal agency primarily enforces the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) regarding bribery of foreign officials?

Accepted Answer

DOJ and SEC jointly

Answer

The Department of Justice (DOJ) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) share FCPA enforcement authority for criminal and civil matters respectively.

Question 4

What is the legal doctrine that allows courts to hold a corporation criminally liable for the acts of its employees committed within the scope of employment?

Accepted Answer

Respondeat superior

Answer

Respondeat superior ('let the master answer') is the doctrine making employers liable for employees' wrongful acts committed within the scope of their employment.

Question 5

Under OSHA's penalty structure, what category of violation carries the highest maximum penalty per violation?

Accepted Answer

Willful

Answer

Willful violations carry the highest OSHA penalties, up to approximately $156,259 per violation as of recent adjustments.

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CCT Enforcement and Penalties 2