In an article published by Law360 on January 22, 2026, Veronica Nannis examined major False Claims Act (FCA) trends, verdicts, settlements and initiatives from 2025 – a year that also marked the start of a new presidential administration.
She notes that FCA enforcement remained strong in traditional areas such as healthcare fraud, while newer and more controversial initiatives – particularly those targeting alleged illegal diversity, equity, and inclusion practices and gender-affirming care – also emerged. Overall, she writes, the trend toward litigating FCA cases continues to gain momentum and shows little sign of slowing, with both defendants and relators increasingly willing to take risks.
Veronica also discusses notable jury verdicts and appeals, observing that settlements were far more common. Many of the largest settlements centered on healthcare, including a nationwide takedown in June involving 324 defendants charged with more than $14.6 billion in alleged fraud. Other significant settlements involved tariffs and cybersecurity, with the latter producing several cases likely to pave the way for future enforcement actions.
A key takeaway, Veronica concludes, is that the FCA is alive and well, and while traditional fraud areas continue to be a priority, new initiatives – particularly those tied to civil rights and healthcare ideology — will likely face significant legal challenges.
Read the full article “Key False Claims Act Trends From The Last Year.” (PDF)
