What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … Customs Enforcement and False Claims Act Risks (Part I)

As detailed in our prior article on “What Every Multinational Company Should Know About … The Rising Risk of Customs False Claims Act Actions in the Trump Administration,” the Department of Justice (DOJ) is encouraging the use of False Claims Act (FCA) claims to address the underpayment of tariffs by importers. In addition, many of President Trump’s new tariff proclamations have directed Customs to prioritize enforcing the new tariffs while also stating that Customs should assess the maximum...
By: Foley & Lardner LLP

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