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United States of America et al v. Aseracare inc et al Docket Sheet
2:2012-cv-00245 (alnd)
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COMPLAINT for Damages & Injunctive Relief (Summons(es) issued). Consent Forms Distributed for Magistrate Judge Aaron E. Goodstein. ($350.00 filing fee paid, receipt no. MK4689003692.) [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
AseraCare Summons
https://ecf.alnd.uscourts.gov/doc1/01912752205" onClick="goDLS{{'/doc1/01912752205','140754','13','','2','1','',''}};">3</a> GGNSC Summons)
NOTICE by United States of America [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
https://ecf.alnd.uscourts.gov/doc1/01912752307" onClick="goDLS{{'/doc1/01912752307','140754','97','','2','1','',''}};">1</a> Text of Proposed Order)
ORDER signed by Judge J P Stadtmueller on 5/16/2011. The relator's complaint 1 the United States notice that it has not yet made an intervention decision 33, and this Order be unsealed; All other papers or Orders on file in this matter shall remain under seal; The seal be lifted on all other matters occurring in this action after the date of this Order; The parties shall serve all pleadings and motions filed in this action,including supporting memoranda, upon the United States, as provided for in 31 U.S.C. § 3730(c)(3); and Should the relator or the defendant propose that this case be dismissed, settled, or otherwise discontinued, the Court will solicit the written consent of the United States before ruling or granting its approval (cc: all counsel)(msc) [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
ANSWER to 1 Complaint, by AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
NOTICE of Hearing: Scheduling Conference set for 6/22/11 at 9:00 AM in Courtroom 425, 517 E Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI before Judge J P Stadtmueller. (cc: all counsel)(nm) [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
NOTICE of Appearance by Noah Reinstein on behalf of London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies. Attorney(s) appearing: Noah Reinstein [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
DISCLOSURE Statement by AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Refusal to Jurisdiction by US Magistrate Judge by AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Joint REPORT of Rule 26(f) Plan by All Parties. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge J P Stadtmueller: Scheduling Conference held on 6/22/2011 (Court Reporter John Schindhelm) [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
TRANSCRIPT REQUEST for proceedings held on June 22, 2011 before Judge Stadtmueller. (Gerber Ward, Stacy) [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Docket Annotation Transcript request forwarded to court reporter. (dmm) [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.] (Text entry; no document attached.)
TRANSCRIPT of Scheduling Conference held on 6/22/2011 before Judge JP Stadtmueller Court Reporter/Transcriber John Schindhelm, RMR, CRR, Contact at john_schindhelm@wied.us.gov / 414-290-2640. Transcripts may be purchased through the court reporter using the Transcript Order Form found here or viewed at the court public terminal. NOTICE RE REDACTION OF TRANSCRIPTS: If necessary, within 7 business days each party shall inform the Court of their intent to redact personal identifiers by filing a Notice of Intent to Redact. Please read the policy located on our website www.wied.uscourts.gov Redaction Statement due 8/1/2011. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 8/11/2011. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 10/11/2011. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION For Staggered Disclosure Deadlines by AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
ATTACHMENTS Defendants' Civil L.R. 7(j) Compendium of Unpublished Authorities cited in their Expedited Non-Dispositive Motion for Staggered Disclosure Deadlines by AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services re 44 Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION For Staggered Disclosure Deadlines. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
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Smith v. Van Expedited, Inc.
Guardian Pipeline v. 295.49 Acres of Land
DECLARATION of Charles H. Bohl. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
NOTICE by United States of America of Withdrawal of Appearance [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
NOTICE of Appearance by James F Barger, Jr on behalf of London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies. Attorney(s) appearing: James F. Barger, Jr. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
RESPONSE to Motion filed by London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies re 44 Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION For Staggered Disclosure Deadlines. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Exhibit Exhibit A - Declaration of James F. Barger, Jr.
Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION to Enlarge Page Limitation by London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
NOTICE of Appearance by Jack W Selden on behalf of AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services. Attorney(s) appearing: Jack W. Selden [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION for Protective Order by AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
https://ecf.alnd.uscourts.gov/doc1/01912752384" onClick="goDLS{{'/doc1/01912752384','140754','151','','2','1','',''}};">1</a> Text of Proposed Order) Modified on 8/16/2011
NOTICE of Hearing on Motion 44 Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION For Staggered Disclosure Deadlines: Motion Hearing set for 9/2/11 at 10:00 AM in Courtroom 425, 517 E Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI before Judge J P Stadtmueller. (cc: all counsel)(nm) [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
NOTICE by London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies Of Attendance At September 2, 2011 Hearing Via Telephone Call [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
ORDER signed by Judge J P Stadtmueller on 8/29/11 granting 52 Motion for Protective Order; this HIPPA Protective Order authorizes the disclosure of Protected Health Information in accordance with provisions outlined herein. See Order. (cc: all counsel) (nm) [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
NOTICE by AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services NOTICE OF ATTENDANCE AT SEPTEMBER 2, 2011 HEARING VIA CONFERENCE CALL [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
NOTICE of Appearance by Andrew A Jones on behalf of All Defendants. Attorney(s) appearing: Andrew A. Jones [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge J P Stadtmueller: Hearing Minutes for Hearing on Motion for Staggered Disclosure Deadlines held on 9/2/2011, Motions terminated: 44 Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION For Staggered Disclosure Deadlines filed by GGNSC Administrative Services, AseraCare Inc, 50 Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION to Enlarge Page Limitation filed by Debora Paradies, London Lewis, Roberta Manley. The motions are disposed of in accordance with the dates provided at hearing. See minutes. (Court Reporter Sheryl Stawski) [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
TRIAL SCHEDULING ORDER signed by Judge J P Stadtmueller on 9/6/11: Interim Report on settlement progress due 2/10/12; Final Report on settlement progress due 3/10/12; Single Joint Final Pretrial Report due by close of business on 3/15/12; Motions in Limine and all non-dispositive motions that do not constitute motions in limine due 3/15/12; Final Pretrial Conference set for 3/22/12 at 8:30 AM in Courtroom 425, 517 E Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI before Judge J P Stadtmueller; Jury Trial set for 4/2/12 at 8:30 AM in Courtroom 425, 517 E Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI before Judge J P Stadtmueller. See Order. (cc: all counsel)(nm) [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
TRANSCRIPT of Motion for Staggered Disclosure Deadlines hearing held on September 2, 2011 before Judge J.P. Stadtmueller Court Reporter/Transcriber Sheryl L. Stawski, Contact at 414/881-0922. Transcripts may be purchased through the court reporter using the Transcript Order Form found here or viewed at the court public terminal. NOTICE RE REDACTION OF TRANSCRIPTS: If necessary, within 7 business days each party shall inform the Court of their intent to redact personal identifiers by filing a Notice of Intent to Redact. Please read the policy located on our website www.wied.uscourts.gov Redaction Statement due 10/14/2011. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 10/24/2011. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 12/22/2011. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION to File Document Under Seal by London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
SEALED MOTION To Transfer Venue by Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies. (msc)Unsealed pursuant to 97 Modified on 1/19/2012 (msc). [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
NOTICE by AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services Notice of Appearance [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION to Compel DEFENDANTS TO DESIGNATE AND PRODUCE A CORPORATE REPRESENTATIVE TO APPEAR FOR DEPOSITION by London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Affidavit Declaration of James F. Barger, Jr.
Exhibit A to Dec. of James F. Barger, Jr.
https://ecf.alnd.uscourts.gov/doc1/01912752423" onClick="goDLS{{'/doc1/01912752423','140754','180','','2','1','',''}};">3</a> Exhibit B. to Dec. of James F. Barger, Jr.) Modified on 12/21/2011
Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION to Compel Production of Documents Pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 26, 34, and 37 and MOTION For Sanctions and attached Affidavit by London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Exhibit A to Barger Declaration
Exhibit B-1 to Barger Declaration
Exhibit B-2 to Barger Declaration
Exhibit C to Barger Declaration
https://ecf.alnd.uscourts.gov/doc1/01912752432" onClick="goDLS{{'/doc1/01912752432','140754','184','','2','1','',''}};">6</a> Exhibit D to Barger Declaration) Modified on 12/22/2011 (msc). Added MOTION for Sanctions on 12/22/2011
ORDER signed by Judge J P Stadtmueller on 12/30/11 granting 61 relators' Motion to File Document Under Seal; the relators may share the sealed document with the defendants in this action, as well as the parties and counsel involved in the referenced cases currently under seal in the N.D. of Alabama. (cc: all counsel) (nm) [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
BRIEF in Opposition filed by AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services re 64 Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION to Compel DEFENDANTS TO DESIGNATE AND PRODUCE A CORPORATE REPRESENTATIVE TO APPEAR FOR DEPOSITION. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
DECLARATION of Charles H. Bohl in Opposition to Plaintiffs' Motion to Compel Rule 30(b)(6) Designations and Deposition. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Exhibit A: Plaintiffs' Supplemental Initial Disclosures
BRIEF in Opposition filed by AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services re 65 Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION to Compel Production of Documents Pursuant to Fed. R. Civ. P. 26, 34, and 37 and For Sanctions MOTION for Sanctions. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
DECLARATION of Christopher C. Puri. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION for Protective Order (Non-Party) by London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Exhibit A - Declaration of Henry I Frohsin
Exhibit Exhibit 1 to Declaration
LETTER from Charles Bohl requesting permission to file a 7 page brief Modified on 1/5/2012 (vkb) [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
SEALED Statement of Interest filed by United States of America re 62 SEALED MOTION (vkb) (vkb). Unsealed pursuant to 97. Modified on 1/19/2012 (msc). [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
ORDER signed by Judge J P Stadtmueller on 1/13/12 denying 64 relators' Motion to Compel Designation and Production and denying 65 relators' Motion to Compel Production and for Sanctions. See Order. (cc: all counsel) (nm) [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
RESPONSE to Motion filed by All Defendants re 71 Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION for Protective Order (Non-Party) Defendants' Response to Non-Party Motion for Protective Order. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
MOTION for Partial Summary Judgment by All Defendants. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
DECLARATION of Andrew A. Jones. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Exhibit A: London Lewis Testimony
Exhibit B: Roberta Manley Testimony
Exhibit C: Debra Paradies Testimony
Exhibit D: David Casarett Article
Exhibit E: CMS Program Memo
Exhibit F: CMS End of Life Article
Exhibit G: Statement of Nancy Ann Minn DeParle
Exhibit H: Tom Scully Letter
Exhibit I: Stephan Gripp Article
Exhibit J: Jean Kutner Article
Exhibit K: Susan Mitchell Article
Exhibit L: CMS Medicare Benefit Policy Manual
Exhibit M: Tonja Rice Report
Exhibit N: CMSMedicare Benefit Policy Manual
Exhibit O: Gail Gazelle Article
Exhibit P: Plaintiff's Supplemental Rule 26(a)(1) Disclosures
DECLARATION of Gail Austin Cooney, M.D., FAAHPM. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Exhibit A: Gail Cooney Resume
DECLARATION of John W. Finn, M.D. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Exhibit A: Finn CV
Exhibit B: List of Patient Charts Reviewed
DECLARATION of Thomas E. Herrmann. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Exhibit A: Herrmann Resume
Exhibit B: Excerpt from OIG Report 2011
Exhibit C: OIG Press Release
Exhibit D: Program Exclusion Notification
DECLARATION of Rebecca Smith. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Exhibit A: Corporate Integrity Agreement
Exhibit B: 2004 Amendment to Agreement
Proposed Findings of Fact by All Defendants [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
BRIEF in Support filed by All Defendants re 76 MOTION for Partial Summary Judgment. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
APPENDIX by All Defendants of Unpublished Authority. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
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DECLARATION of Angela Hollis-Sells, R.N., CHPN. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Expedite MOTION for Protective Order Preventing Deposition of Neil M. Kurtz by AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
DECLARATION of Neil M. Kurtz. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
DECLARATION of John B. Tuffnell. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Document Sealed; Response to 62 as to AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services. Unsealed pursuant to 97. (msc) Modified on 1/19/2012 (msc). [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Document Sealed; Declaration as to AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Exhibit 3) Unsealed pursuant to
https://ecf.alnd.uscourts.gov/doc1/01912752581" onClick="goDLS{{'/doc1/01912752581','140754','261','','2','1','',''}};">97</a>. (msc) Modified on 1/19/2012 (msc). Modified on 1/19/2012
Document Sealed as to AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Appendix 4) Unsealed pursuant to
https://ecf.alnd.uscourts.gov/doc1/01912752581" onClick="goDLS{{'/doc1/01912752581','140754','261','','2','1','',''}};">97</a>. (msc) Modified on 1/19/2012
Document Sealed Certificate of Service as to AseraCare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services. Unsealed pursuant to 97. (msc) Modified on 1/19/2012 (msc). [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION to Unseal Record by All Parties. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION for Extension of Time Under Fed. R. 56(d) to Defer Time To Respond to Defendants' Summary Judgment Motion Until Discovery Is Complete by London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
DECLARATION of James F. Barger, Jr. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Exhibit 4-1 to 95 Declaration DECLARATION of James F. Barger, Jr.. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
https://ecf.alnd.uscourts.gov/doc1/01912752578" onClick="goDLS{{'/doc1/01912752578','140754','259','','2','1','',''}};">4</a> Exhibit 4-5) Modified on 1/19/2012
ORDER signed by Judge J P Stadtmueller on 1/19/12 granting 93 the parties' joint Motion to Unseal; commensurate with the filing of this order, the seal shall be lifted on 62 the relators' Motion to Transfer, 73 the United States' Statement of Interest, and 89 90 91 and 92 the defendants' response and accompanying documents. (cc: all counsel) (nm) [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Rule 7(h) Expedited Non-Dispositive MOTION to Strike Excess Pages Or, In The Alternative, MOTION For Leave To Reply by London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies. [Transferred from Wisconsin Eastern on 1/24/2012.]
Exhibit 1 - Reply
Exhibit A - Declaration of James F. Barger, Jr.
Exhibit 1 to Dec.
Exhibit 2 Part One
https://ecf.alnd.uscourts.gov/doc1/01912752589" onClick="goDLS{{'/doc1/01912752589','140754','263','','2','1','',''}};">5</a> Exhibit 2 Part Two) Added MOTION for Leave to File on 1/20/2012 (msc). Modified on 1/20/2012
Case transferred in from District of Wisconsin Eastern; Case Number 2:08-cv-00384. Original file certified copy of transfer order and docket sheet received.
ORDER. Joint Status Report due by 2/6/2012. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 1/30/2012. ** copies provided by US Mail to attorneys not registered with the court.
NOTICE of Appearance by Henry I Frohsin on behalf of London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies
NOTICE by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services Notice of Filing of Attached Writ of Mandamus in Seventh Circuit
MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice by London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies.
Exhibit Certificate of Good Standing from Supreme Court of Wisconsin
STATUS REPORT Joint Status Report by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services.
Exhibit Certificate of Good Standing from Supreme Court of Wisconsin)(Hitchcock Cross, Nola
ORDER Setting Status Conference for 2/21/2012 02:30 PM, fifth floor chambers, in Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 2/15/2012. ** copy of order provided to attorneys yet to register for electronic filing.
NOTICE of Hearing: Due to a conflict with the court's calendar, the Status Conference previously set for Tuesday, 2/21/2012 at 2:30 PM, is RESET for 1:00 PM, THAT SAME DATE, 5th floor chambers, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Judge Karon O Bowdre. (Text entry; no document attached.)
NOTICE RESETTING TIME OF STATUS CONFERENCE: Status Conference is RESET for Tuesday, 2/21/2012, at 12:45 PM, 5th floor chambers, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Judge Karon O Bowdre. (Text entry; no document attached.)
MOTION to Intervene by United States of America.
ORDER granting 104 Motion for Admission Pro Hac Vice filed by Noah Reinstein. Counsel is advised that at least one attorney for each party may be required to be physically present at every hearing and status conference. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 2/21/12. (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER granting 106 Motion for for Admission Pro Hac Vice filed by Nola J. Hitchcock Cross. Counsel is advised that at least one attorney for each party may be required to be physically present at every hearing and status conference. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 2/21/12. (Text entry; no document attached.)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Karon O Bowdre: Status Conference held on 2/21/2012. Written order to follow. (Text entry; no document attached.)
PHV Fee paid: $100.00, receipt number B4601031091 for Noah Reinstein and Nola Cross (docs 104 and 106). (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER. The court will stay the case until Monday, March 26, 2012, as it awaits a ruling from the Seventh Circuit on the defendant's Petition for a Writ of Mandamus, filed on January 30, 2012. The parties are also to submit a joint status report on or before Friday, March 23, 2012 to apprise the court of any developments in the case since the February, 21 status conference. The court is mindful of the pending motions in this case that require a ruling, however, the court will not take further action during this thirty day stay. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 2/22/2012.
STATUS REPORT Joint Status Report by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services. filed by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services
ORDER to CONTINUE STAY until Friday, May 25, 2012; parties are to submit joint status report on or before Wednesday, May 23, 2012, or as soon as the Seventh Circuit rules on the Petition for Writ of Mandamus. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 3/26/12.
ORDER. The court will CONTINUE the STAY in this case until Monday, September 17, 2012, as it awaits a ruling from the Seventh Circuit on the defendant's Petition for a Writ of Mandamus, filed January 30, 2012.The parties are to submit a joint status report on or before Wednesday, September 12, 2012, or as soon as the Seventh Circuit rules on the Petition for Writ of Mandamus. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 6/19/2012.
Supplement Order from Seventh Circuit
ORDER. On June 27, 2012, the parties filed a joint status report (doc.114) stating that the Seventh Circuit dismissed the defendants' petition for a Writ of Mandamus for lack of jurisdiction. Accordingly, the court LIFTS the stay and GRANTS the United States' motion to partially intervene 108. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 7/3/2012.
ALND UNIFORM INITIAL ORDER Governing All Further Proceedings, reminding parties of their obligations under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 26(f) and Local Rule LR26.1(d) - with appendices attached. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 7/10/2012.
MOTION to Consolidate Cases by United States of America.
MOTION for Leave to Appear Pro Hac Vice of Charles H. Bohl and Andrew A. Jones by Aseracare Inc.
PHV Fee paid: $ 50, receipt number 1126-1711898. USDC Rcpt #: B4601035495 - Modified on 7/19/2012 (Text entry; no document attached.)
PHV Fee paid: $ 50, receipt number 1126-1711906. USDC Rcpt #: B4601035496 - Modified on 7/19/2012 (Text entry; no document attached.)
NOTICE of Appearance by Jason Ehrlinspiel on behalf of United States of America
ORDER granting 118 Motion for Admission Pro Hac Vice of Charles H. Bohl and Andrew A. Jones. The court advises both counsel that at least one attorney for each party may be required to be physically present at every hearing and status conference. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 7/23/12. (Text entry; no document attached.)
MOTION for Discovery Defendants' Motion for Discovery Cut-Off and Trial Dates by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services.
Brief re 120 MOTION for Discovery Defendants' Motion for Discovery Cut-Off and Trial Dates Defendants' Brief Supporting Motion for Discovery Cut-Off and Trial Dates.
NOTICE by United States of America of Motion to Reconsider in 2:09-cv-0627-AKK
NOTICE by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services re 121 Brief, 120 MOTION for Discovery Defendants' Motion for Discovery Cut-Off and Trial Dates Defendants' Notice of Filing Exhibits Supporting Defendants' Motion for Discovery Cut-Off and Trial Dates
NOTICE of Appearance by Holly H Snow on behalf of United States of America
ORDER suspending the parties' Rule 26 obligations in this case as set out. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/8/12. (SAC)
ORDER SETTING STATUS CONFERENCE Status Conference set for Tuesday, August 28, 2012 at 10:00 AM in Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL, fifth floor chambers, before Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/9/12. (SAC)
ORDER re 120 MOTION for Discovery Defendants' Motion for Discovery Cut-Off and Trial Dates filed by GGNSC Administrative Services, Aseracare Inc. The plaintiffs response will be due by or before August 17, 2012. Any reply brief, if necessary, will be due August 24, 2012. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/9/12. (SAC)
RESPONSE in Opposition re 120 MOTION for Discovery Defendants' Motion for Discovery Cut-Off and Trial Dates filed by United States of America.
REPLY Brief filed by Defendants Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services re: 127 Order, 128 Response in Opposition to Motion, Defendants' Reply Brief Supporting Motion for Discovery Cut-Off and Trial Dates filed by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services.
Exhibit 1 - U.S. ex rel. Atkin v. EEOC
NOTICE of Appearance by Carolyn B Tapie on behalf of United States of America
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Karon O Bowdre: Status Conference held on 8/28/2012. Written orders to follow. (Text entry; no document attached.)
CONSOLIDATION ORDER The court finds that the cases should be consolidated for discovery purposes pursuant to the courts discussion with counsel at the Status Conference. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/28/12. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB(SAC)
REPLY Brief filed by Defendants GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, GGNSC Holdings, LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary, LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC re:(58 in 2:12-cv-02264-KOB) Response to Motion, (60 in 2:12-cv-02264-KOB) Response (other) SUPPORTING MOTION TO DISMISS filed by GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, GGNSC Holdings, LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary, LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
JOINT STATUS REPORT ORDER For reasons as set out within, the court lifts the stay of the Rule 26 obligations in United States of America et al. v. AseraCare et al. (doc. 125) and orders all parties to submit a Joint Status Report by September 5, 2012, as directed within. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/29/12. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB(SAC)
NOTICE by United States of America of Filing and Serving of Discovery Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
SCHEDULING ORDER setting deadlines within: Discovery due by August 23, 2013; Dispositive Motions due by September 23, 2013; Joint Status Report due by November 28, 2012, February 25, 2013; May 28, 2013 and August 20, 2013; Status Conference set for Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 10:00 AM, AND Thursday, August 22, 2013 at 10:00 AM, 5th Floor Jury Room of the Hugo L. Black U.S. Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/30/12. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB(SAC)
ORDER finding as moot Defendants' Motion for Discovery Cut-off and Trial Dates in light of the Scheduling Order issued by the court on 8/30/12 (Doc. 135). Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/30/12. (Text entry; no document attached.)
MOTION for Reconsideration re (115 in 2:12-cv-00245-KOB) Order on Motion to Intervene, Defendants' Motion for Reconsideration of Order Granting Government's Motion to Intervene by Aegis Therapies, Inc., All Defendants Listed in Exhibit 1 to the Complaint, Beverly Enterprises Georgia, Inc., Beverly Enterprises, Inc., Beverly Enterprises-Garden Terrace, Inc., Beverly Health and Rehabilitation Services, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, GGNSC Atlanta, LLC, GGNSC Clinical Services, LLC, GGNSC Holdings, LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary, LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., John Does 1-308, John Does 309-374, Aseracare Inc. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
SCHEDULING ORDER Discovery due by August 28, 2013. Joint Status Report due November 28, 2012; February 25, 2013; May 28, 2013 and August 20, 2013. Status Conference set for Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at 10:00 AM, AND Thursday, August 22, 2013 at 10:00 AM, 5th Floor Jury Room, in Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/31/12. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB(SAC)
ORDER granting 136 Motion for Reconsideration; Any written response the United States wishes the court to consider must be submitted on or before Wednesday, September 12, 2012. Any written reply the Defendants wish the court to consider must be submitted on or before Wednesday, September 19, 2012. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 9/5/12. (SAC)
STATUS REPORT JOINT STATUS REPORT by Aegis Therapies, Inc., All Defendants Listed in Exhibit 1 to the Complaint, Beverly Enterprises Georgia, Inc., Beverly Enterprises, Inc., Beverly Enterprises-Garden Terrace, Inc., Beverly Health and Rehabilitation Services, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, GGNSC Atlanta, LLC, GGNSC Clinical Services, LLC, GGNSC Holdings, LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary, LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., John Does 1-308, John Does 309-374, Joseph L. Micca, Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services. filed by Aegis Therapies, Inc., All Defendants Listed in Exhibit 1 to the Complaint, Beverly Enterprises Georgia, Inc., Beverly Enterprises, Inc., Beverly Enterprises-Garden Terrace, Inc., Beverly Health and Rehabilitation Services, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, GGNSC Atlanta, LLC, GGNSC Clinical Services, LLC, GGNSC Holdings, LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary, LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., John Does 1-308, John Does 309-374, Joseph L. Micca, Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
ORDER deeming/terming the following Motions moot at this time: Motion for Protective Order by non-party Relators (doc. 71); Motion for Partial Summary Judgment (doc. 76); Motion for protective order Preventing Disposition of Neil M. Kurtz(doc. 86); and Motion to Defer Time to Respond to Defendants Summary Judgment Motion until Discovery is Completed (doc. 94). The issues raised in these motions may be raised in future filings without prejudice. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 9/7/12. (SAC)
RESPONSE in Opposition re (136 in 2:12-cv-00245-KOB) MOTION for Reconsideration re (115 in 2:12-cv-00245-KOB) Order on Motion to Intervene, Defendants' Motion for Reconsideration of Order Granting Government's Motion to Intervene MOTION for Reconsideration re (115 in 2:12-cv-00245-KOB) Order on Motion to Intervene, Defendants' Motion for Reconsideration of Order Granting Government's Motion to Intervene MOTION for Reconsideration re (115 in 2:12-cv-00245-KOB) Order on Motion to Intervene, Defendants' Motion for Reconsideration of Order Granting Government's Motion to Intervene MOTION for Reconsideration re (115 in 2:12-cv-00245-KOB) Order on Motion to Intervene, Defendants' Motion for Reconsideration of Order Granting Government's Motion to Intervene United States' Opposition to Defendants' Motion for Reconsideration of Order Granting Government's Motion to Intervene filed by United States of America. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
REPLY Brief filed by Defendants Aegis Therapies, Inc., All Defendants Listed in Exhibit 1 to the Complaint, Beverly Enterprises Georgia, Inc., Beverly Enterprises, Inc., Beverly Enterprises-Garden Terrace, Inc., Beverly Health and Rehabilitation Services, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, GGNSC Atlanta, LLC, GGNSC Clinical Services, LLC, GGNSC Holdings, LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary, LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., John Does 1-308, John Does 309-374, Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services re:(115 in 2:12-cv-00245-KOB) Order on Motion to Intervene, (71 in 2:12-cv-02264-KOB, 141 in 2:12-cv-00245-KOB) Response in Opposition to Motion, Defendants' Reply Brief Supporting Motion for Reconsideration of Order Granting Government's Motion to Intervene filed by Aegis Therapies, Inc., All Defendants Listed in Exhibit 1 to the Complaint, Beverly Enterprises Georgia, Inc., Beverly Enterprises, Inc., Beverly Enterprises-Garden Terrace, Inc., Beverly Health and Rehabilitation Services, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, GGNSC Atlanta, LLC, GGNSC Clinical Services, LLC, GGNSC Holdings, LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary, LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., John Does 1-308, John Does 309-374, Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER re Defendants Motion for Reconsideration of Order Granting Governments Motion to Intervene (Doc. 136); for reasons as stated within, the court CONFIRMS its July 7, 2012 Order, granting the Governments Motion to Intervene. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 9/24/12. (SAC)
ORDER: The United States of America's motion to reconsider the order denying consolidation of Actions 2:12-cv-245-KOB, 2:12-cv-2264-KOB and 2:09-cv-627-AKK is GRANTED. (50 in 2:09-cv-00627-AKK) Docket entry #49 in 2:09-cv-627-AKK is VACATED. The court hereby ORDERS the Clerk of Court to reassign andtransfer case 2:09-cv-0627-AKK to Judge Bowdre and to consolidate it with cases2:12-cv-2264-KOB and 2:12-cv-0245-KOB. All future filings must be filed in2:12-cv-0245-KOB. Signed by Judge Abdul K Kallon on 10/17/12. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-AKK, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
NOTICE OF CONSOLIDATION: FOR ALL SUBSEQUENT PLEADINGS, please use case style contained in notice and electronically file all pleadings in the Lead Case 2:12-cv-0245-KOB. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
MEMORANDUM OPINION AND ORDER re (doc. 39 in 2:12-cv-02264-KOB) MOTION to Intervene Partially for Good Cause filed by United States of America Ex Rel ; For the reasons as stated within, the court GRANTS the Governments Motion to Intervene. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 10/24/12. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB(SAC)
ORDER setting Motion Hearing for Tuesday, November 6, 2012, at 3:00 PM in Courtroom 5-A, Hugo L. Black U.S. Courthouse, Birmingham, Alabama re (42 in 2:12-cv-02264-KOB) MOTION to Dismiss DEFENDANTS' MOTION TO DISMISS ; (60 in 2:09-cv-00627-KOB) MOTION to Dismiss Defendants' Motion to Dismiss the Government's First Amended Complaint in Intervention Or, Alternatively, Motion to Unseal Documents; (58 in 2:09-cv-00627-KOB) MOTION to Dismiss Defendants' Motion to Dismiss the Action Or, in the Alternative, to Dismiss Relators' Complaint; (59 in 2:09-cv-00627-KOB) MOTION to Dismiss for Lack of Jurisdiction Defendants' Motion to Dismiss for Lack of Subject Matter Jurisdiction. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 10/24/12. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB(SAC)
RESPONSE in Opposition re (58 in 2:09-cv-00627-KOB) MOTION to Dismiss Defendants' Motion to Dismiss the Action Or, in the Alternative, to Dismiss Relators' Complaint filed by Dawn Richardson. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
RESPONSE in Opposition re (60 in 2:09-cv-00627-KOB) MOTION to Dismiss Defendants' Motion to Dismiss the Government's First Amended Complaint in Intervention Or, Alternatively, Motion to Unseal Documents filed by United States of America. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
RESPONSE in Opposition re (58 in 2:09-cv-00627-KOB) MOTION to Dismiss Defendants' Motion to Dismiss the Action Or, in the Alternative, to Dismiss Relators' Complaint filed by United States of America. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
RESPONSE in Opposition re (59 in 2:09-cv-00627-KOB) MOTION to Dismiss for Lack of Jurisdiction Defendants' Motion to Dismiss for Lack of Subject Matter Jurisdiction filed by United States of America. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
AMENDED DOCUMENT by United States of America. Amendment to (70 in 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 83 in 2:12-cv-02264-KOB, 151 in 2:12-cv-00245-KOB) Response in Opposition to Motion, Defendants' Motion To Dismiss for Lack of Subject Matter Jurisdiction. filed by United States of America Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
ORDER that the court DISMISSES WITHOUT PREJUDICE those claims in the Relators Complaint not encompassed by the United States First Amended Complaint in Intervention (Richardson Doc. 52). Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 10/25/12. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB(SAC)
NOTICE of Appearance by William Edward Olson on behalf of United States of America Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
MOTION for Leave to File consolidated Complaint by United States of America. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
ORDER granting (74) MOTION for Leave to File consolidated Complaint by United States of America 2:09-cv-00627-KOB; granting (155) MOTION for Leave to File consolidated Complaint by United States of America 2:12-cv-00245-KOB; granting (87) MOTION for Leave to File consolidated Complaint by United States of America 2:12-cv-02264-KOB; Consolidated Complaint should be filed as a separate document by 11/2/12. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 10/30/12. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB(SAC) (Text entry; no document attached.)
Intervenor COMPLAINT United States' Consolidated Complaint in Intervention against Defendants GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., and Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc., doing business as AseraCare Hospice, filed by United States of America.
MOTION AseraCare's Motion for Revised Scheduling Order by Aegis Therapies, Inc., All Defendants Listed in Exhibit 1 to the Complaint, Beverly Enterprises Georgia, Inc., Beverly Enterprises, Inc., Beverly Enterprises-Garden Terrace, Inc., Beverly Health and Rehabilitation Services, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, GGNSC Atlanta, LLC, GGNSC Clinical Services, LLC, GGNSC Holdings, LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary, LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc., John Does 1-308, John Does 309-374, Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Aegis Therapies, Inc., Aseracare, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services LLC, GGNSC Holdings LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care LLC, Hospice of Eastern Carolina Inc. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Karon O Bowdre: Motion Hearing held on 11/6/2012 re (42 in 2:12-cv-02264-KOB) MOTION to Dismiss DEFENDANTS' MOTION TO DISMISS filed by Beverly Enterprises-Garden Terrace, Inc., Beverly Health and Rehabilitation Services, Inc., Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC, All Defendants Listed in Exhibit 1 to the Complaint, GGNSC Holdings, LLC, Beverly Enterprises Georgia, Inc., John Does 309-374, Aegis Therapies, Inc., Golden Gate Ancillary, LLC, GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., GGNSC Clinical Services, LLC, Beverly Enterprises, Inc., GGNSC Atlanta, LLC, John Does 1-308, (60 in 2:09-cv-00627-KOB) MOTION to Dismiss Defendants' Motion to Dismiss the Government's First Amended Complaint in Intervention Or, Alternatively, Motion to Unseal Documents filed by GGNSC Administrative Services LLC, Hospice of Eastern Carolina Inc, Golden Gate National Senior Care LLC, Aegis Therapies, Inc., GGNSC Holdings LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Aseracare, Inc., Golden Gate Ancillary LLC, (58 in 2:09-cv-00627-KOB) MOTION to Dismiss Defendants' Motion to Dismiss the Action Or, in the Alternative, to Dismiss Relators' Complaint filed by GGNSC Administrative Services LLC, Hospice of Eastern Carolina Inc, Golden Gate National Senior Care LLC, Aegis Therapies, Inc., GGNSC Holdings LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Aseracare, Inc., Golden Gate Ancillary LLC, (59 in 2:09-cv-00627-KOB) MOTION to Dismiss for Lack of Jurisdiction Defendants' Motion to Dismiss for Lack of Subject Matter Jurisdiction filed by GGNSC Administrative Services LLC, Hospice of Eastern Carolina Inc, Golden Gate National Senior Care LLC, Aegis Therapies, Inc., GGNSC Holdings LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Aseracare, Inc., Golden Gate Ancillary LLC. Cases Richardson and Micca to be dismissed. Paradise to go forward. Motion to dismiss Richardson and Micca due by 11/14/12 from USA. Hrg adj to jury room to discuss motion for scheduling order. (Court Reporter Teresa Roberson.) Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB (Text entry; no document attached.)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Karon O Bowdre: Conference held on 11/6/2012. Gov's response to Motion for Scheduing Order due 11/16/12. Will work off current scheduling order for now. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB (Text entry; no document attached.)
NOTICE of Voluntary Dismissal by Joseph L. Micca, Marsha Brown, Dawn Richardson Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
Summons Reissued as to GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc. (2:12-cv-02264-KOB); given to Plaintiff at front window. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB(SAC)
RESPONSE in Opposition re (89 in 2:12-cv-02264-KOB) MOTION AseraCare's Motion for Revised Scheduling Order filed by United States of America. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
ANSWER to Complaint AseraCare's Answer to United States' Consolidated Complaint in Intervention by Aegis Therapies, Inc., All Defendants Listed in Exhibit 1 to the Complaint, Beverly Enterprises Georgia, Inc., Beverly Enterprises, Inc., Beverly Enterprises-Garden Terrace, Inc., Beverly Health and Rehabilitation Services, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, GGNSC Atlanta, LLC, GGNSC Clinical Services, LLC, GGNSC Holdings, LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary, LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc., John Does 1-308, John Does 309-374, Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Aegis Therapies, Inc., Aseracare, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services LLC, GGNSC Holdings LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care LLC, Hospice of Eastern Carolina Inc.Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB (orig filed 11/19/12 and re-filed corrected 11/20/12) (Modified on 11/20/2012 (SAC).
STATUS REPORT Joint Status Report by Aegis Therapies, Inc., All Defendants Listed in Exhibit 1 to the Complaint, Beverly Enterprises Georgia, Inc., Beverly Enterprises, Inc., Beverly Enterprises-Garden Terrace, Inc., Beverly Health and Rehabilitation Services, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, GGNSC Atlanta, LLC, GGNSC Clinical Services, LLC, GGNSC Holdings, LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary, LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc., John Does 1-308, John Does 309-374, Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Aegis Therapies, Inc., Aseracare, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services LLC, GGNSC Holdings LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care LLC, Hospice of Eastern Carolina Inc. filed by Aegis Therapies, Inc., All Defendants Listed in Exhibit 1 to the Complaint, Beverly Enterprises Georgia, Inc., Beverly Enterprises, Inc., Beverly Enterprises-Garden Terrace, Inc., Beverly Health and Rehabilitation Services, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, GGNSC Atlanta, LLC, GGNSC Clinical Services, LLC, GGNSC Holdings, LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary, LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc., John Does 1-308, John Does 309-374, Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Aegis Therapies, Inc., Aseracare, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services LLC, GGNSC Holdings LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care LLC, Hospice of Eastern Carolina Inc Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
ORDER denying WITHOUT PREJUDICE (76) Motion for Revised Scheduling Order in case 2:09-cv-00627-KOB; denying (157) Motion Revised Scheduling Order in case 2:12-cv-00245-KOB; denying (89) Motion Revised Scheduling Order in case 2:12-cv-02264-KOB. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/3/12. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB(SAC)
Consent MOTION to Amend/Correct (137 in 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 137 in 2:12-cv-00245-KOB) Order, Set Deadlines/Hearings, to Amend Scheduling Order by United States of America. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
ORDER granting (83) Motion to Amend/Correct in case 2:09-cv-00627-KOB; granting (164) Motion to Amend/Correct in case 2:12-cv-00245-KOB; granting (96) Motion to Amend/Correct in case 2:12-cv-02264-KOB; Scheduling Order revised as noted within. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/11/12. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB(SAC)
NOTICE by United States of America re (158 in 2:12-cv-00245-KOB) Notice of Voluntary Dismissal Consent to Dismissal Without Prejudice to the United States Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
STIPULATION of Dismissal AseraCare's Stipulation of Dismissal by Aegis Therapies, Inc., All Defendants Listed in Exhibit 1 to the Complaint, Beverly Enterprises Georgia, Inc., Beverly Enterprises, Inc., Beverly Enterprises-Garden Terrace, Inc., Beverly Health and Rehabilitation Services, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, GGNSC Atlanta, LLC, GGNSC Clinical Services, LLC, GGNSC Holdings, LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary, LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc., John Does 1-308, John Does 309-374, Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Aegis Therapies, Inc., Aseracare, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services LLC, GGNSC Holdings LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care LLC, Hospice of Eastern Carolina Inc. filed by Aegis Therapies, Inc., All Defendants Listed in Exhibit 1 to the Complaint, Beverly Enterprises Georgia, Inc., Beverly Enterprises, Inc., Beverly Enterprises-Garden Terrace, Inc., Beverly Health and Rehabilitation Services, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, GGNSC Atlanta, LLC, GGNSC Clinical Services, LLC, GGNSC Holdings, LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary, LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc., John Does 1-308, John Does 309-374, Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Aegis Therapies, Inc., Aseracare, Inc., GGNSC Administrative Services LLC, GGNSC Holdings LLC, Golden Gate Ancillary LLC, Golden Gate National Senior Care LLC, Hospice of Eastern Carolina Inc Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB
ORDER DISMISSING WITH PREJUDICE all of the Relators claims in United States ex rel. Richardson et al. v. Golden Gate National Senior Care, LLC, et al., No. 2:09-cv-627-KOB (Richardson) and United States ex rel. Micca v. GGNSC Holdings, LLC, et al., No. 2:12-cv-2264-KOB (Micca). The court DISMISSES WITHOUT PREJUDICE all of the Governments claims in Richardson and Micca; litigation will proceed under the Governments Consolidated Complaint in Intervention in United States ex rel. Paradies et al. v. AseraCare, Inc., et al., No. 2:12-cv-245-KOB. (Doc. 156). Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/17/12. Associated Cases: 2:12-cv-00245-KOB, 2:09-cv-00627-KOB, 2:12-cv-02264-KOB(SAC)
NOTICE of Appearance by Cameron W Ellis on behalf of GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
NOTICE of Appearance by Carrie M Motes on behalf of All Plaintiffs
Joint MOTION for Protective Order and Order Regarding Produced Privileged Materials by United States of America.
Exhibit A (Agreed Proposed Protective Order)
Exhibit B (Agreed Proposed Order Regarding Produced Privileged Materials)
PROTECTIVE ORDER concerning confidential materials. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 1/15/13. (SAC)
DISCOVERY ORDER REGARDING PRODUCED PRIVILEGED MATERIAL Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 1/15/13. (SAC)
Consent MOTION for Extension of Time for Expert Disclosure by United States of America.
ORDER granting 174 Motion for Extension of Time ; The court GRANTS the motion and revises the Scheduling Order in this case as noted within. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 1/22/13. (SAC)
STATUS REPORT Joint Status Report by GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc. filed by GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Karon O Bowdre: Status Conference held on 2/27/2013. (Text entry; no document attached.)
NOTICE of Appearance by Kimberly Bessiere Martin on behalf of Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Joint MOTION to Amend/Correct Scheduling Order by United States of America.
REVISED SCHEDULING ORDER. The court hereby GRANTS 178 and sets out the following deadlines. Discovery due by 9/30/2013; Dispositive Motions due by 10/30/2013; Joint Status Report due by 5/28/2013 AND August 20, 2013. Status Conference set for 8/22/2013 at 10:00 AM, Jury Room for CR 5A, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 4/19/2013.
REVISED SCHEDULING ORDER granting 178 Joint MOTION to Amend/Correct Scheduling Order filed by United States of America ; Except for the deadlines changed in this order, the court's August 31, 2012 Scheduling Order (doc. 137) still controls this action. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 4/22/13. (SAC)
STATUS REPORT Joint Status Report by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc. filed by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
REVISED SCHEDULING ORDER The court GRANTS the motion to Amend Scheduling Order (doc. 182); Accordingly, the court sets the following deadlines: Discovery due by 12/17/2013; Dispositive Motions due by 1/17/2014; Joint Status Report due by 8/20/2013; Status Conference set for 8/22/2013 10:00 AM in Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 6/27/13. (SAC)
MOTION to Compel Defendants' Motion to Compel Expert Physician Related Discovery by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Exhibit 1 - DX 119
Exhibit 2 - DX 170
Exhibit 3 - LIAO 858
MOTION to Compel Defendants' Motion to Compel Requested Pivilege Log Information by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Exhibit 1 - Government Privilege Log
Exhibit 2 - Relator Agreement
ORDER SETTING BRIEFING SCHEDULE re "Defendants' Motion to Compel Expert Physician Related Discovery" (doc. 184) and "Defendants' Motion to Compel Requested Privilege Log Information" (doc. 185); The plaintiffs' responses will be due August 14, 2013. Any reply brief, if necessary, will be due August 19, 2013. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/7/13. (SAC)
ORDER Setting Motion Hearing re: 184 and 185 for Monday, September 16, 2013 at 10:30 AM, CR 5A, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/8/2013.
RESPONSE in Opposition re 185 MOTION to Compel Defendants' Motion to Compel Requested Pivilege Log Information filed by United States of America.
Exhibit A - August 14 email
RESPONSE in Opposition re 184 MOTION to Compel Defendants' Motion to Compel Expert Physician Related Discovery filed by United States of America.
Exhibit A-July 19 email
Exhibit B-August 9 email
Exhibit C-August 7 email
Exhibit D-August 9 email
Exhibit E-August 1 email
REPLY to Response to Motion re 184 MOTION to Compel Defendants' Motion to Compel Expert Physician Related Discovery Defendants' Reply Supporting Motion to Compel Expert Physician Related Discovery filed by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
REPLY to Response to Motion re 185 MOTION to Compel Defendants' Motion to Compel Requested Pivilege Log Information Defendants' Reply Supporting Motion to Compel Requested Privilege Log Information filed by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
NOTICE by United States of America re 189 Response in Opposition to Motion, of Correction
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Karon O Bowdre: Status Conference held on 8/22/2013. (Court Reporter Teresa Roberson.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER re 185 MOTION to Compel Defendants' Motion to Compel Requested Pivilege Log Information - the court WITHHOLDS RULING and CONTINUES the motion until the September 16, 2013 hearing to allow time for counsel to work out the issues among themselves AND 184 MOTION to Compel Defendants' Motion to Compel Expert Physician Related Discovery - The court GRANTS the motion regarding the depositions of the Governments four reviewing physicians, and ORDERS the Government to make the physicians available for deposition within 45 days; The court declares the motion MOOT regarding Dr. Liaos 2010 hospice eligibility opinions; The court WITHHOLDS RULING and CONTINUES the motion until the September 16, 2013 hearing. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/23/13. (SAC)
ORDER The court ORDERS the parties to submit a Joint Status Report before the September 16, 2013 hearing re 184 and 185 Defendants' Motions to Compel. The Joint Status Report is due by September 11, 2013. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 09/05/2013. (Text entry; no document attached.)
Joint Status Report due by 9/11/2013. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 9/5/13. (SAC) (Text entry; no document attached.)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Karon O Bowdre: Motion Hearing (status conference) held on 9/16/2013. (Court Reporter Teresa Roberson.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER As to Defendants Motion to Compel Requested Privilege Log Information (doc. 185), the court declares the motion now MOOT. As to Defendants Motion to Compel Expert Physician Related Discovery (doc. 184), portions of the motion have already been addressed in the courts previous Order (doc. 194). The court declares the remaining issues MOOT. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 9/17/13. (SAC)
REVISED SCHEDULING ORDER Except for the deadlines changed in this Order, the courts June 27, 2013 Order (doc. 183), and the courts April 22, 2013 Order (doc. 180), the court's August 31, 2012 Scheduling Order (doc. 137) still controls this action; DATES NOTED within: Discovery due by 2/28/2014; Dispositive Motions due by 3/28/2014; Joint Status Report due by 11/7/2013 and 1/31/14; Status Conference set for 11/14/2013 at 10:00 AM in Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Judge Karon O Bowdre; Status Conference set for 2/7/2014 at 1:30 PM in Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Judge Karon O Bowdre. The case should be ready for Trial on November 3, 2014. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 9/18/13. (SAC)
ORDER granting 198 Joint Motion to Amend Scheduling Order. The court GRANTS the joint motion and SETS a deadline of October 17, 2013 for Plaintiffs to supplement Dr. Perri's expert report based on the newly searchable documents and recently produced videos, and SETS a deadline of December 2, 2013 for Defendants to disclose experts in response to Dr. Perri's expert report. All other deadlines are still controlled by the court's previous Scheduling Orders issued on September 18, 2013 (doc. 197), June 27, 2013 (doc. 183), April 22, 2013 (doc. 180), and August 31, 2012 (doc. 137). Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 09/20/2013. (Text entry; no document attached.)
NOTICE of Appearance by Tiffany J deGruy on behalf of GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
MOTION to Withdraw as Attorney Motion to Withdraw by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
ORDER granting 200 Motion to Withdraw Cameron W. Ellis as counsel for AseraCare. Attorney Cameron W Ellis terminated. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 9/24/13. (Text entry; no document attached.)
Transcript of Proceedings held on August 22, 2013, before Judge Karon O. Bowdre. Court Reporter/Transcriber Teresa Roberson, RMR. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. NOTICE: The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (A copy can be obtained at http://www.alnd.uscourts.gov/local/court forms/transcripts/Transcript Redaction Policy.pdf) See Transcript Redaction Policy Redaction Request due 10/15/2013. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 10/25/2013. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 12/23/2013. (SAC) (Additional attachment(s) added on 9/25/2013: # 1 Certificate).
NOTICE of Appearance by Eva U Gunasekera on behalf of United States of America
NOTICE of Appearance by Renee Brooker on behalf of United States of America
STATUS REPORT Joint Status Report by United States of America. filed by United States of America
ORDER: Because of a conflict in the court's schedule and upon agreement of the parties, the court RESETS the TIME ONLY of the Status Conference set for 11/14/2013 at 10:00 AM to the SAME DAY at 03:30 PM in Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 11/7/13. (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER Pursuant to the discussion at the November 14, 2013 Status Conference and per agreement of the parties, the court extends the December 2, 2013 deadline for Defendants to disclose experts in response to Dr. Perri's expert report and SETS the deadline for December 16, 2013. All other deadlines are still controlled by the court's previous Scheduling Orders issued on September 18, 2013 (doc. 197), June 27, 2013 (doc. 183), April 22, 2013 (doc. 180), and August 31, 2012 (doc. 137). Signed by Judge Karon O Bowdre on 11/14/2013. (Text entry; no document attached.)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Judge Karon O Bowdre: Status Conference held on 11/14/2013. (Text entry; no document attached.)
MOTION to Withdraw Attorney Nathan A. Fishbach from ECF Filings by GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
AFFIDAVIT re 205 MOTION to Withdraw Attorney Nathan A. Fishbach from ECF Filings (Declaration of Andrew A. Jones) by GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc. filed by GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
ORDER granting 205 Motion to Withdraw Attorney Nathan A. Fishbach as counsel of record for Defendants GGNSC Administrative Services, LLC, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., and Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 11/25/13. (Text entry; no document attached.)
MOTION to Substitute Attorney by United States of America.
ORDER granting 207 Motion to Substitute Attorney Jason Ehrlinspiel for Attorney Lloyd C. Peeples, III. Attorney Lloyd C. Peeples, III terminated. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/3/13. (Text entry; no document attached.)
PHV Fee paid: $50.00 receipt number 1126-2066268--ALND receipt number B4601048826. Modified on 12/5/2013 (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER granting 208 Motion for Admission of Mary C. Flanner pro hac vice. Counsel is advised that at least one attorney for each party may be required to be physically present at every hearing and status conference. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/5/13. (Text entry; no document attached.)
NOTICE of Appearance by Derek C Julius on behalf of United States of America
MOTION to Withdraw Noah Reinstein by London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies.
ORDER granting 210 Motion to Withdraw Noah Reinstein as attorney for Plaintiffs/Relators Debora Paradies, London Lewis, and Roberta Manley. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/12/13. (Text entry; no document attached.)
NOTICE of Appearance by Olga Yevtukhova on behalf of United States of America
MOTION Supplement Expert Report Defendants' Motion to Supplement Expert Report by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
ORDER The court resets the Status Conference previously scheduled for February 7, 2014 at 1:30 PM The Status Conference is now set on February 13, 2014, at 2:00 PM in Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 01/06/2014. (Text entry; no document attached.)
Set/Reset Hearings: Status Conference set for 2/13/2014 at 02:00 PM, 5th floor jury room, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. (Text entry; no document attached.)
Opposition to re 212 Defendants' Motion to Supplement Expert Report filed by United States of America.
Exhibit Attachments A & B
ORDER Motion Hearing set for 1/14/2014 02:00 PM in Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. The court SETS a hearing on Defendants' "Motion to Supplement Expert Report" (doc. 212)for Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at 2:00 PM Any supplemental evidence that either party wishes to submit should be filed as soon as it is available. If the parties wish to submit a deposition as evidence, parties should designate specific portions of the deposition, as they would at trial. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 01/08/2014. (Text entry; no document attached.)
REPLY to re 212, 213 Defendants' Reply in Support of Motion to Supplement Expert Report filed by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Exhibit A - Declaration of John W. Finn, M.D.
Exhibit B - List of Video Excerpts from Deposition of John W. Finn
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Motion Hearing held on 1/14/2014 re 212. Argument on the record. Written order to follow. (Court Reporter Teresa Roberson.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER granting 212 Motion to Supplement Expert Report as noted within. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 1/15/14. (SAC)
REVISED SCHEDULING ORDER The court sets the following deadlines: Dr. Cooneys supplemental report is due by February 28, 2014; Dr. Cooneys deposition must be complete by March 31, 2014; All other Discovery due by 2/28/2014; Dispositive Motions due by 5/1/2014; Joint Status Report due by 1/31/2014; Trial set for 11/3/2014 at 9:00 AM in Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre; Status Conference set for 2/13/2014 at 2:00 PM in Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 1/15/14. (SAC) Modified on 1/15/2014
MOTION for Protective Order DEFENDANTS' MOTION FOR PROTECTIVE ORDER by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Exhibit 1 - Defendants' January 2014 Discovery Requests to Government
Exhibit 2 - US's Fifth Request for Production of Documents
Exhibit 3 - Excerpts from Dr. Liao's Deposition
Exhibit 4 - US's Requests for Admissions from Defendants
Exhibit 5 - US's Fourth Set of Interrogatories to Defendants
Exhibit 6 - Deposition of Mary Schultz
NOTICE of Appearance by Richard Aaron Chastain on behalf of Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
RESPONSE in Opposition re 218 MOTION for Protective Order DEFENDANTS' MOTION FOR PROTECTIVE ORDER filed by United States of America.
MOTION Leave to Supplement Expert Report Defendants' Motion for Leave to Supplement Expert Report of Dr. Chester I. Palmer by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Status Conference held on 2/13/2014. (Court Reporter Teresa Roberson.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER granting 221 Defendants Motion for Leave to SupplementExpert Report of Dr. Chester I. Palmer. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 2/14/2014. (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER Status Conference set for 3/31/2014 02:00 PM in Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 2/14/2014. (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER re 218 Motion for Protective Order: Consistent with the court's discussion with the parties at the February 13, 2014 Status Conference, the court DENIES the motion and sets out rulings and deadlines as specified within. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 2/14/14. (SAC)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Status Conference held on 3/31/2014. (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER Telephone Conference set for 5/5/2014 03:00 PM in Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. Parties should dial (205) 278-2186 to join and enter the access code. The access code can be obtained by calling chambers at (205) 278-1800. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 3/31/2014. (Text entry; no document attached.)
Transcript of Proceedings held on 1/14/14, before Judge Karon O. Bowdre. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. NOTICE: The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (A copy can be obtained at http://www.alnd.uscourts.gov/local/court%20forms/transcripts/Transcript% 20Redaction%20Policy.pdf) See Transcript Redaction Policy Redaction Request due 5/16/2014. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 5/27/2014. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 7/24/2014.
Transcript of Proceedings held on 2/13/14, before Judge Karon O. Bowdre. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. NOTICE: The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (A copy can be obtained at http://www.alnd.uscourts.gov/local/court%20forms/transcripts/Transcript% 20Redaction%20Policy.pdf) See Transcript Redaction Policy Redaction Request due 5/16/2014. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 5/27/2014. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 7/24/2014.
MOTION for Summary Judgment DEFENDANTS' MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Appendix A - Appendix Cover Sheet
Exhibit 1 - The Medicare Hospice Benefit
Exhibit 2 - CMS's Program Memorandum
Exhibit 3 - The Physician Executive
Exhibit 4 - Melvin Deposition Excerpts
Exhibit 5 - Medicare Program Integrity Manual
Exhibit 6 - LCDs Create Inconsistency in Medicare Coverage
Exhibit 7 - Part I of III Parts
Exhibit 7 - Part II of III Parts
Exhibit 7 - Part III of III Parts
Exhibit 8 - Schultz Deposition Excerpts
Exhibit 9 - Notice of 30(b)(6) Deposition of US (CMS/Contractor)
Exhibit 10 - Palmetta GBA Training Manual
Exhibit 11 - Plaintiffs Second Supplemental Responses
Exhibit 12 - Miescke Report
Exhibit 13 - Palmer Report
Exhibit 14 - Plaintiffs First Supplemental Responses
Exhibit 15 - US's Respones to Defendants' Discovery
Brief re 225 MOTION for Summary Judgment DEFENDANTS' MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT DEFENDANTS' BRIEF IN SUPPORT OF MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT.
ORDER The court acknowledges receipt of Defendants' Motion for Summary Judgment (doc. 225) but will wait until all dispositive motions have been filed to set a consolidated briefing schedule. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 4/28/2014. (Text entry; no document attached.)
MOTION to Seal DEFENDANTS' MOTION FOR LEAVE TO FILE UNDER SEAL by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
MOTION to Withdraw as Attorney Olga Yevtukhova by United States of America.
ORDER granting 227 Defendants' Motion for Leave to File Under Seal. The court GRANTS the motion; however, to the extent the documents can be filed openly with limited redactions, parties should do so in keeping with the open records policy of the court. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 4/30/2014. (Text entry; no document attached.)
MOTION for Partial Summary Judgment by Aseracare Inc.
Brief re 229 MOTION for Partial Summary Judgment Defendants' Brief in Support of Motion for Partial Summary Judgment.
ORDER granting 228 Motion to Withdraw Olga Yevtukhova as Attorney for the United States. Attorney Olga Yevtukhova terminated. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 4/30/14. (Text entry; no document attached.)
MOTION Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Klaus Miescke by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Brief re 231 MOTION Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Klaus Miescke Defendants' Brief in Support of Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Klaus Miescke.
MOTION Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Solomon Liao by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Brief re 233 MOTION Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Solomon Liao Defendants' Brief in Support of Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Solomon Liao.
MOTION Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Matthew Perri by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Brief re 235 MOTION Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Matthew Perri Defendants' Brief in Support of Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Matthew Perri.
MOTION for Partial Summary Judgment by United States of America.
Brief re 237 MOTION for Partial Summary Judgment.
MOTION in Limine to Exclude at Trial Expert Opinions of Three of AseraCare's Seven Designated Expert Witnesses by United States of America.
Appendix List of Exhibits
Brief re 239 MOTION in Limine to Exclude at Trial Expert Opinions of Three of AseraCare's Seven Designated Expert Witnesses.
NOTICE by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc. re 226 Brief DEFENDANTS' NOTICE OF TWO CORRECTIONS TO BRIEF
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Telephone Conference held on 5/5/2014. Written order to follow. (Text entry; no document attached.)
BRIEFING SCHEDULE The United States' combined response to Defendants' motions noted within will be due June 20, 2014 and the argument should not exceed 60 pages in length. Defendants' reply will be due July 11, 2014 and the argument should not exceed 45 pages in length. Defendants' combined response to the United States' motions noted within will be due June 20, 2014 and the argument should not exceed 50 pages in length. The United States' reply will be due July 11, 2014 and the argument should not exceed 30 pages in length. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 5/7/14. (SAC)
MOTION to Seal Defendants' Motion to Seal Exhibit and To Grant Leave To File Further Redacted Replacement by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
ORDER granting 247 Motion to Seal. The court GRANTS the motion and DIRECTS the Clerk of Court to SEAL document 231-7. The court also GRANTS permission for Defendants to file a redacted replacement exhibit as a separate document to be associated with document 231. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 5/28/2014. (Text entry; no document attached.)
NOTICE by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc. re Order on Motion to Seal, Defendants' Notice of Filing Further Redacted Replacement Exhibit
RESPONSE in Opposition re 237 MOTION for Partial Summary Judgment filed by GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
RESPONSE in Opposition re 239 MOTION in Limine to Exclude at Trial Expert Opinions of Three of AseraCare's Seven Designated Expert Witnesses filed by GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Appendix Exhibit List
Exhibit Exhibit 49
Exhibit Exhibit 50
Exhibit Exhibit 51
RESPONSE in Opposition re 229 MOTION for Partial Summary Judgment, 231 MOTION Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Klaus Miescke, 225 MOTION for Summary Judgment DEFENDANTS' MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT, 233 MOTION Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Solomon Liao, 235 MOTION Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Matthew Perri filed by United States of America.
Appendix A-Exhibit List
Exhibit 12 (Part 1)
Exhibit 12 (Part 2)
Exhibit 19 (Part 1)
Exhibit 19 (Part 2)
Exhibit 34 (Part 1)
Exhibit 34 (Part 2)
Exhibit 34 (Part 3)
Exhibit 39 (Part 1)
Exhibit 39 (Part 2)
Exhibit 62 (Part 1)
Exhibit 62 (Part 2)
116 Attachments ▼
NOTICE by United States of America re 251 Response in Opposition to Motion, Supplement - Exhibit 33
REPLY Brief filed by Defendants GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc. re: 233 MOTION Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Solomon Liao, 251 Response in Opposition to Motion, 229 MOTION for Partial Summary Judgment, 235 MOTION Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Matthew Perri, 231 MOTION Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Klaus Miescke, 225 MOTION for Summary Judgment DEFENDANTS' MOTION FOR SUMMARY JUDGMENT filed by GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Appendix A (Exhibit List)
REPLY Brief filed by Plaintiff United States of America re: 237 MOTION for Partial Summary Judgment, 239 MOTION in Limine to Exclude at Trial Expert Opinions of Three of AseraCare's Seven Designated Expert Witnesses filed by United States of America.
NOTICE of Appearance by Jeffrey Wertkin on behalf of United States of America
NOTICE : Telephone Conference set for Monday, September 8, 2014 at 10:00 AM, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. The call in number is (205) 278-2186. The parties have been provided the access code by e-mail. (Text entry; no document attached.)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Telephone Conference held on 9/8/2014. (Text entry; no document attached.)
MOTION to Withdraw as Attorney by United States of America.
TEXT ORDER granting 257 Motion to Withdraw as Attorney. Attorney Derek C Julius terminated. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 9/12/2014.
ORDER Setting Motion Hearing for Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at 09:00 AM, CR 5A, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 9/12/2014.
ORDER Setting Pretrial Conference set for Thursday, December 11, 2014 at 10:30 AM, fifth floor chambers, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. Counsel should pay close attention to the requirement of presenting a joint proposed pretrial order to the court on or before December 5, 2014. The court anticipates that this case will be scheduled for trial on Monday, February 2, 2015 at 9:00AM in Birmingham, Alabama. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 9/12/2014.
NOTICE of Supplemental Authority by United States of America
MOTION To Exclude Dr. Perri's Untimely Supplemental Report Defendants' Motion to Exclude Dr. Perri's Untimely Supplemental Report by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Exhibit A - Perri Searches [Part 1 of 2]
Exhibit A - Perri Searches [Part 2 of 2]
Exhibit B - September 2014 Report
Exhibit C - Redline of Perri Report [Part 1 of 3]
Exhibit C - Redline of Perri Report [Part 2 of 3]
Exhibit C - Redline of Perri Report [Part 3 of 3]
Exhibit D - Cover Letter for September 2014 Report
Consent MOTION for Extension of Time to File Response/Reply as to 262 MOTION To Exclude Dr. Perri's Untimely Supplemental Report Defendants' Motion to Exclude Dr. Perri's Untimely Supplemental Report by United States of America.
TEXT ORDER granting 263 "Motion for Extension of Time." Plaintiff United States has until October 24, 2014 to respond to Defendant AseraCare's 262 "MOTION To Exclude Dr. Perri's Untimely Supplemental Report." Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 10/17/2014.
TEXT ORDER rescheduling October 28, 2014 Motion Hearing 259. The motion hearing will be reset to a new date by separate order. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 10/22/2014.
TEXT ORDER RESETTING Motion Hearing. The motion hearing originally set for Tuesday, October 28th is RESET for Monday, November 17, 2014 at 09:00 AM, CR 5A, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 10/23/2014.
RESPONSE in Opposition re 262 MOTION To Exclude Dr. Perri's Untimely Supplemental Report Defendants' Motion to Exclude Dr. Perri's Untimely Supplemental Report filed by United States of America.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Motion Hearing held on 11/17/2014 re 225, 229, 231, 233, 235, 237, 239 and 262. Preliminary matters discussed; parties address the court re: multiple motions. Oral rulings made as stated on the record. Written orders to follow. (Court Reporter Teresa Roberson.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
MEMORANDUM OPINION Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/4/14. (SAC)
*** VACATED per 278 Amended Order *** ORDER This matter comes before the court on the following motions by the parties: 225 AseraCare's Motion for Summary Judgment; 229 AseraCare's Motion for Partial Summary Judgment; 231 AseraCare's Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Klaus Miescke; 233 AseraCare's Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Solomon Liao; 235 AseraCare's Motion to Exclude Testimony of Dr. Matthew Perri; 237 The Government's Motion for Partial Summary Judgment; 239 The Government's Motion in Limine to Exclude at Trial Expert Opinions of Three of AseraCare's Seven Designated Expert Witnesses; and 262 AseraCare's Motion to Exclude Dr. Perris Untimely Supplemental Report. For the reasons discussed in the court's Memorandum Opinion, filed concurrently with this Order, the court GRANTS AseraCare's motion to exclude Dr. Perri, (Doc. 235); GRANTS AseraCare's motion to exclude Dr. Perri's supplemental report, (Doc. 262); GRANTS the Government's motion for partial summary judgment, (Doc. 237), only as to AseraCare's statute of limitations and laches defenses; and DENIES all the other motions. (Doc. 225; Doc. 229; Doc. 231; Doc. 233; Doc. 237; Doc. 239). Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/4/14. (SAC) Modified on 12/19/2014.
NOTICE of Appearance by Matthew H Lembke on behalf of GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
MOTION For Certification Pursuant o 28 U.S.C. Section 1292(b) re 268 Memorandum Opinion, 269 Order on Motion for Summary Judgment, Order on Motion for Partial Summary Judgment, Order on Motion for Miscellaneous Relief, Order on Motion in Limine, Defendants' Motion for Certification Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. Section 1292(b) by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Brief re 271 MOTION For Certification Pursuant o 28 U.S.C. Section 1292(b) re 268 Memorandum Opinion, 269 Order on Motion for Summary Judgment, Order on Motion for Partial Summary Judgment, Order on Motion for Miscellaneous Relief, Order on Motion in Li Defendants' Memorandum of Law in Support of Motion for Certification Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. Section 1292(b).
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Initial Pretrial Conference held on 12/11/2014. (Court Reporter Teresa Roberson.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER Setting Status Conference by Telephone for Monday, January 5, 2015 at 10:00 AM central time before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. The phone number to participate in the conference is (205) 278-2186. The parties should call Chief Judge Bowdre's chambers (205) 278-1800 to obtain the access code. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/11/2014.
ORDER SETTING BRIEFING SCHEDULE re 271 Motion for Certification Pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1292(b)- The plaintiff's response, if any, will be due Tuesday, December 16, 2014. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/12/14.
RESPONSE in Opposition re 271 MOTION For Certification Pursuant o 28 U.S.C. Section 1292(b) re 268 Memorandum Opinion, 269 Order on Motion for Summary Judgment, Order on Motion for Partial Summary Judgment, Order on Motion for Miscellaneous Relief, Order on Motion in Li filed by United States of America.
PRETRIAL ORDER. The provisions set out shall be binding on all parties unless modified by further order for good cause shown. This case is set for trial to begin on Monday, February 2, 2015, at 9:00 AM, Courtroom 5A, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, Alabama and will take approximately 50 days to try. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/17/2014.
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Set/Reset Hearings: Jury Trial set for Monday, February 2, 2015 at 09:00 AM, CR 5A, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER The court GRANTS AseraCare's motion (doc. 271), and will vacate its prior Order, (Doc. 269), and substitute in its place a new Order certifying this single issue for interlocutory appeal. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/19/14. (SAC)
AMENDED ORDER The court VACATES its December 4, 2014 Order, (Doc. 269), and SUBSTITUTES this Order. For the reasons stated at the hearing and discussed in the courts Memorandum Opinion, (Doc. 268), the court GRANTS AseraCare's motion to exclude Dr. Perris testimony, (Doc. 235); GRANTS AseraCare's motion to exclude Dr. Perri's supplemental report, (Doc. 262); GRANTS the Government' motion for partial summary judgment, (Doc. 237), only as to AseraCare's statute of limitations and laches defenses; and DENIES all the other motions. (Doc. 225; Doc. 229; Doc. 231; Doc. 233; Doc. 237; Doc. 239). Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/19/14. (SAC)
Consent MOTION to Continue Consent Motion to Continue Trial Date and To Stay Deadlines in Pretrial Order by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Exhibit A - Petition (Part 1 of 2 Parts)
Exhibit A - Petition (Part 2 of 2 Parts)
TEXT ORDER. Upon due consideration and agreement by the parties, the court GRANTS Defs' Consent Motion 279, continues the trial in this matter and stays all deadlines contained in the court's pretrial order (doc 276). Further, the court CANCELS the telephone status conference set for Monday, January 5, 2015. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/23/2014.
MOTION to Withdraw as Attorney Carrie M. Motes by London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies.
TEXT ORDER granting 281 Motion to Withdraw as Attorney. Attorney Carrie M Motes terminated. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 12/31/2014.
STATUS REPORT STATUS REPORT AND NOTICE OF FILING by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc. filed by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Exhibit A - Motion to File Amicus Curiae Brief [ Part 1 of 2 Parts]
Exhibit A - Motion to File Amicus Curiae Brief [Part 2 of 2 Parts]
MOTION to Withdraw Counsel by United States of America.
ORDER granting 284 Motion to Withdraw Jason Ehrlinspiel as counsel for the United States. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 2/24/15.
Joint MOTION for Scheduling Conference by United States of America.
ORDER. The court GRANTS 286 and sets the matter for a Scheduling Conference on Friday, April 24, 2015 at 04:00 PM, fifth floor jury room, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. Local counsel are to attend in person. Out-of-state counsel may participate by telephone. The call-in number is (205) 278-2186. Please contact chambers at (205) 278-1800 to obtain the access code. A Joint Status Report due by noon on Friday, April 24, 2015. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 4/17/2015.
MOTION to Bifurcate by Aseracare Inc.
MOTION Pretrial Charge Conference Defendants' Motion for Pretrial Charge Conference to Determine Falsity Jury Instructions by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Scheduling Conference held on 4/24/2015. (Court Reporter Julie Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER Setting Briefing Schedule and Motion Hearing re: 288. The plaintiffs' response will be due by Monday, May 11, 2015. Defendants' reply will be due by Monday, May 18, 2015. Said motion is set for a hearing on Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 01:30 PM, CR 5A, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 4/27/2015.
AMENDED PRETRIAL ORDER. The provisions set out shall be binding on all parties unless modified by further order for good cause shown. This case is set for jury trial in Birmingham, Alabama on July 27, 2015. Counsel reasonably anticipate the case should take at least 50 trial days. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 4/27/2015.
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Set/Reset Hearings: Jury Trial set to begin on Monday, July 27, 2015 at 09:00 AM CR 8, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. (Text entry; no document attached.)
SECOND AMENDED PRETRIAL ORDER. The provisions set out shall be binding on all parties unless modified by further order for good cause shown. This case is set for jury trial in Birmingham, Alabama to begin on August 3, 2015. Counsel reasonably anticipate the case should take at least 50 trial days. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 4/27/2015.
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Set/Reset Hearings: Jury Trial set for Monday, August 3, 2015 at 09:00 AM, CR 8, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. (Text entry; no document attached.)
Transcript of Proceedings held on April 24, 2015, before Judge Bowdre. Court Reporter/Transcriber Julie Martin. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. NOTICE: The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (A copy can be obtained at http://www.alnd.uscourts.gov/local/court%20forms/transcripts/Transcript% 20Redaction%20Policy.pdf) See Transcript Redaction Policy Redaction Request due 5/26/2015. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 6/5/2015. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 8/3/2015. (SAC)
RESPONSE in Opposition re 288 MOTION to Bifurcate filed by United States of America.
REPLY Brief filed by Defendants Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc. re: 288 MOTION to Bifurcate Defendants' Reply Brief in Support of Motion to Bifurcate Trial filed by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Transcript of Proceedings held on December 11, 2014, before Judge Bowdre. Court Reporter/Transcriber Teresa Roberson. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. NOTICE: The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (A copy can be obtained at http://www.alnd.uscourts.gov/local/court%20forms/transcripts/Transcript% 20Redaction%20Policy.pdf) See Transcript Redaction Policy Redaction Request due 6/9/2015. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 6/19/2015. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 8/17/2015.
ORDER the court GRANTS 288 motion to bifurcate and BIFURCATES the trial into two phases: the first phase will address the falsity element of the Government's FCA claim, and the second phase will address the other elements of the Governments FCA claim and all other claims. Each phase will have separate opening statements, presentations of evidence, closing arguments, jury charges, and verdicts. The same jury will sit in both phases. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 5/20/15. (SAC)
ORDER The court CONVERTS the motion hearing set for Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 1:30 PM, Courtroom 5A to a status conference set for Tuesday, May 26, 2015 at 1:30 PM, Courtroom 5A. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 5/20/15. (SAC)
MOTION to clarify the Court's Order on Bifurcation by United States of America.
Transcript of Proceedings held on November 17, 2014, before Judge Bowdre. Court Reporter/Transcriber Teresa Roberson. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. NOTICE: The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (A copy can be obtained at http://www.alnd.uscourts.gov/local/court%20forms/transcripts/Transcript% 20Redaction%20Policy.pdf) See Transcript Redaction Policy Redaction Request due 6/16/2015. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 6/26/2015. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 8/24/2015. **Transcript put on SEALED per T. Roberson's instruction** Modified on 5/26/2015.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Status Conference held on 5/26/2015. Order resetting certain pretrial deadlines as discussed during the conference to follow. (Court Reporter Teresa Robertson.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER This matter comes before the court on Plaintiff United States of America's "Request for Clarification." (Doc. 300). For the reasons explained by the court at the Tuesday, May 26, 2015 status conference, the court DENIES AS MOOT the Government's request. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 5/27/15. (SAC)
ORDER 293 Second Amended Pretrial Order is AMENDED as noted within. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 5/27/15. (SAC)
Transcript of Proceedings held on May 26, 2015, before Judge Bowdre. Court Reporter/Transcriber Teresa Roberson. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. NOTICE: The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (A copy can be obtained at http://www.alnd.uscourts.gov/local/court%20forms/transcripts/Transcript% 20Redaction%20Policy.pdf) See Transcript Redaction Policy Redaction Request due 6/18/2015. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 6/28/2015. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 8/26/2015.
Transcript of Proceedings held on November 17, 2014, before Judge Bowdre. Court Reporter/Transcriber Teresa Roberson. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. NOTICE: The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (A copy can be obtained at http://www.alnd.uscourts.gov/local/court%20forms/transcripts/Transcript% 20Redaction%20Policy.pdf) See Transcript Redaction Policy Redaction Request due 6/22/2015. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 7/2/2015. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 8/30/2015.
NOTICE by United States of America re 301 Transcript, Redactions
SEALED ORDER Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 6/9/15.
MOTION for Reconsideration re 298 Order on Motion to Bifurcate, by United States of America.
Proposed Jury Instructions by United States of America.
NOTICE of Appearance by Don B Long, III on behalf of United States of America
Evidentiary Material Defendants' Deposition Designations.
Witness List Defendants' Rule 26(a)(3) Disclosures by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Exhibit 1 - Trial Witness List
Exhibit 2 - Trial Exhibit List
NOTICE by United States of America of filing Witness List, Expert Witness List, Trial Exhibit List
Exhibit Expert Witness List
Exhibit Trial Exhibit List
MEMORANDUM OPINION re 308 Motion for Reconsideration - The United States has not set forth facts or law to persuade the court to reverse its prior order granting AseraCare's motion for bifurcation; the court DENIES the United States' Motion for Reconsideration. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 6/25/15. (SAC)
ORDER. Final Pretrial Conference set for Wednesday, July 22, 2015 at 10:00 AM, eighth floor chambers, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. Jury Trial set for Monday, August 3, 2015 at 09:00 AM, CR 8, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 6/26/2015.
TEXT ORDER. Any responses to Motions In Limine are due by July 20, 2015. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 6/26/2015.
DAMAGE list of United States of America filed.
Consent MOTION for Leave to File Supplement to Exhibit List by United States of America.
Consent MOTION Juror Notebooks Consent Motion for Juror Notebooks by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Consent MOTION to Amend/Correct MOTION TO AMEND THE PRETRIAL ORDER by United States of America.
ORDER granting 318 Consent Motion to Supplement Exhibit List. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 07/07/2015.
ORDER. Deadline to file special written jury procedures is July 10, 2015. A Status Conference is set for Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at 02:00 PM, fifth floor jury room, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. The court will address the parties' requests for special written voir dire, jury procedures, and requests for juror notebooks at that time. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 7/7/2015.
ORDER Setting Second Final Pretrial Conference for Thursday, July 30, 2015 at 02:00 PM, eighth floor jury room, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. At this conference, the court will take up any remaining issues that have not been resolved in prior conferences. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 7/8/2015.
NOTICE by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc. Defendants' Counter-Designations and Objections to Deposition Designations Proposed by the Government
Exhibit A -- Dr. John Finn Deposition Designations
Objections and Cross Designations to Defendants' Deposition Designations by United States of America
ORDER re 320 The United States' Consent Motion to Amend the Pretrial Order- The second amended pretrial order, (doc 293), is amended to add Eva Gunasekera, United States Department of Justice, and Don Long III, Assistant United States Attorney, as additional trial counsel for the Plaintiff, United States of America. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 7/9/15. (SAC)
Proposed Voir Dire by Aseracare Inc.
NOTICE by United States of America Correction to Dr. Finn Designations
MOTION in Limine Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude All Evidence from Phase One that Lacks a Sufficient Nexus to the 123 Allegedly Ineligible Sample Patients by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Proposed Voir Dire by United States of America.
Exhibit A (Proposed Juror Questionnaire)
Exhibit B (Proposed Cover Sheet)
MOTION in Limine Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Undisclosed Expert Opinions and Government Exhibits 300A--300E by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
MOTION in Limine Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude the AdvanceMed Loss Calculations Exhibits and Associated Testimony by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Exhibit A - Redacted
MOTION in Limine Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Testimony of Katherine Lucas by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
MOTION in Limine Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Undisclosed Expert Opinions and Audit "Summary" Exhibits by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
MOTION in Limine Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Trial Testimony by Three Nonparty Fact Witnesses by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
MOTION in Limine THE UNITED STATES OMNIBUS MOTION IN LIMINE by United States of America.
MOTION in Limine Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Government's New Palmetto Analysis by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
NOTICE by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc. Joint Stipulations
MOTION in Limine Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Non-Physicians' Opinions on Terminal Illness by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
MOTION in Limine Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Excelas Evidence by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Exhibit D - Redacted
MOTION in Limine Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude The Corridor Group Reports by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
MOTION in Limine Defendants' Omnibus Motion in Limine by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Status Conference held on 7/14/2015. Court grants motions 327 and 330 as stated on the record. Discussions about special jury proceedings, etc. (Court Reporter Teresa Roberson.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
Response to 325 the Government's Objections to Defendants' Deposition Designations by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
Exhibit A - Chao v. Tyson
OPPOSITION to 335 Motion in Limine to Exclude Trial Testimony by Three Nonparty Fact Witnesses filed by United States of America.
Exhibit 1 - Defendant's Trial Exhibit 226 (Relator Agreement)
OPPOSITION to 339 MOTION in Limine to Exclude Non-Physicians' Opinions on Terminal Illness filed by United States of America.
MOTION for Leave to File Opposition Brief in Excess of 30 Pages by United States of America.
Exhibit United States Opposition to Defendants' First Motion in Limine (ECF No. 329)
OPPOSITION to 331 Motion in Limine to Exclude Government Exhibits 300A--300E and Related Testimony filed by United States of America.
OPPOSITION to 336 Omnibus Motion in Limine filed by Aseracare Inc.
OBJECTIONS to the Government's Exhibit List by GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
ORDER-re: Unopposed Motion for Leave to File Opposition Brief in Excess of 30 Pages 346. The court GRANTS the motion for leave to file a brief in excess of 30 pages. However, the court DENIES the motion as it relates to directing the Clerk to enter the exhibit attached to its motion as a separate docket entry. The court DIRECTS the United States to file its response to Dft's motion in limine with the Clerk. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 7/20/2015.
OPPOSITION to 329 Motion in Limine to Exclude All Evidence from Phase One that Lacks a Sufficient Nexus to the 123 Allegedly Ineligible Sample Patients filed by United States of America.
OPPOSITION to 334 Motion in Limine to Exclude Audit Summary Exhibits and Related Testimony filed by United States of America.
OPPOSITION to 332 Motion in Limine to Exclude the AdvanceMed Loss Calculations and Associated Testimony filed by United States of America.
OPPOSITION to 333 Motion in Limine < to Exclude Testimony of Katherine Lucas filed by United States of America.
OPPOSITION to 341 Motion in Limine to Exclude The Corridor Group Reports filed by United States of America.
Notice of Filing Objections to Defendants' Trial Exhibits by United States of America.
Exhibit 1 - Objections to Defendants' Exhibits
OPPOSITION to 337 Motion in Limine to Exclude Palmetto Summary Exhibits filed by United States of America.
OPPOSITION to 335 Motion in Limine to Exclude Trial Testimony of Three Nonparty Fact Witnesses and Motion to Strike filed by London Lewis, Roberta Manley, Debora Paradies.
OPPOSITION to 340 Motion in Limine to Exclude Excelas Evidence filed by United States of America.
Exhibit 5 (Redacted)
Exhibit 9 (Redacted)
Exhibit 11 (Redacted)
Exhibit 12 (Redacted)
Exhibit 13 (Redacted)
Exhibit United States Opposition to AseraCare's Omnibus Motion in Limine
Exhibit 1 to the United States' Opposition
Exhibit 2 to the United States' Opposition
Exhibit 3 to the United States' Opposition
Exhibit 4 to the United States' Opposition
Exhibit 5 to the United States' Opposition
ORDER granting 360 United States' Unopposed Motion for Leave to File Opposition Brief in Excess of 30 Pages. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 7/21/15.
Consent MOTION to Seal Document and Leave to File Exhibit Under Seal by United States of America.
OPPOSITION to 342 Omnibus Motion in Limine filed by United States of America.
ORDER-re: 362 Consent Motion to Seal Exhibit and Leave to File Exhibit Under Seal. The court GRANTS the motion. The court DIRECTS the Clerk to seal Exhibit 2 to the United States' Opposition to Dfts Omnibus Motion in Limine (doc. 360-3). Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 7/21/2015.
Exhibit United States' Proposed Juror Questionnaire
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Final Pretrial Conference held on 7/22/2015. Discussions re: Motions In Limine. Conference to resume 7/23/2015 at 9:00 AM (Court Reporter Teresa Roberson.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
PRETRIAL MEMORANDUM by United States of America. filed by United States of America
Exhibit United States Response to Interrogatories
REPLY Brief filed by Defendant Aseracare Inc re: 329 MOTION in Limine Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude All Evidence from Phase One that Lacks a Sufficient Nexus to the 123 Allegedly Ineligible Sample Patients filed by Aseracare Inc.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Final Pretrial Conference continuation on 7/23/2015. Continued discussions regarding motions in limine. (Court Reporter Teresa Roberson.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
Transcript of Proceedings held on July 14, 2015, before Judge Bowdre. Court Reporter/Transcriber Teresa Roberson. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. NOTICE: The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (A copy can be obtained at http://www.alnd.uscourts.gov/local/court%20forms/transcripts/Transcript% 20Redaction%20Policy.pdf) See Transcript Redaction Policy Redaction Request due 8/14/2015. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 8/24/2015. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 10/22/2015.
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ORDER denying 333 Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Testimony of Katherine Lucas. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 7/24/2015.
MOTION for Reconsideration of the Application of Discovery Sanctions for Witnesses Who Were Disclosed During Discovery by United States of America.
Exhibit Summary Table
Exhibit October 24, 2012 Disclosures
Exhibit May 29, 2013 Disclosures
Exhibit June 5, 2013 Disclosures
Exhibit September 6, 2013 Disclosures
Exhibit September 25, 2013 Disclosures
Exhibit November 19, 2013 Disclosures
Exhibit December 12, 2013 Disclosures
Exhibit February 10, 2014 Disclosures
Exhibit February 12, 2014 Disclosures
Exhibit February 28, 2014 Disclosures
Exhibit February 28, 2014 Disclosures (Supplementing May 29, 2013)
NOTICE by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc. Defendants' Proposed Topics for General Voir Dire
RESPONSE in Opposition re 370 MOTION for Reconsideration of the Application of Discovery Sanctions for Witnesses Who Were Disclosed During Discovery filed by Aseracare Inc.
ORDER re 319 Consent Motion for Juror Notebooks- Subject to the modifications discussed on the record during the conference, the court GRANTS the Consent Motion for Juror Notebooks. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 7/27/15. (SAC)
ORDER re 289 Defendants' Motion for Pretrial Charge Conference- For reasons discussed on the record during the Pretrial Conference held on July 22, 2015, the court finds that the Defendants' Motion for Pretrial Charge Conference is MOOT. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 7/29/15. (SAC)
ORDER re 331 Motion in Limine to Exclude Undisclosed Expert Opinions and Government Exhibits 300A-300E- For the reasons discussed during the Pretrial Conference held on July 22, 2015, the court DENIES Defendants' Motion. However, the court instructs counsel to approach the bench before presenting the charts to the jury or discussing the charts in the presence of the jury. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 7/29/15. (SAC)
TEXT ORDER. CHANGING TIME ONLY ** The Final Pretrial Conference is set for Thursday, July 30, 2015 at 01:15 PM, 8th floor judicial conference room, Hugo L Black US Courthouse, Birmingham, AL before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 7/29/2015.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Final Pretrial Conference held on 7/30/2015. (Court Reporter Teresa Roberson.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
TRIAL BRIEF Regarding the Applicability of Federal Rule of Evidence 404(b) to Phase One Evidentiary Issues by Aseracare Inc.
Transcript of Proceedings held on July, 22, 2015, before Judge Karon O. Bowdre. Court Reporter/Transcriber Teresa Roberson. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. NOTICE: The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (A copy can be obtained at http://www.alnd.uscourts.gov/local/court%20forms/transcripts/Transcript% 20Redaction%20Policy.pdf) See Transcript Redaction Policy Redaction Request due 8/25/2015. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 9/4/2015. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 11/2/2015. (SAC) (Additional attachment(s) added on 8/4/2015: # 1 Exhibit Certification page).
Transcript of Proceedings held on July 23, 2015, before Judge Karon O. Bowdre. Court Reporter/Transcriber Teresa Roberson. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. NOTICE: The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (A copy can be obtained at http://www.alnd.uscourts.gov/local/court%20forms/transcripts/Transcript% 20Redaction%20Policy.pdf) See Transcript Redaction Policy Redaction Request due 8/25/2015. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 9/4/2015. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 11/2/2015.
ORDER The court DENIES 339 Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Non-Physicians' Opinions on Terminal Illness. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/4/15. (SAC)
REPLY Brief filed by Plaintiff United States of America re: 377 Trial Brief Regarding Rule 404 Objections filed by United States of America.
ORDER re 336 Omnibus Motion in Limine - For the reasons discussed on the record during the Pretrial Conference held on July 22-23, 2015, the court GRANTS IN PART and DENIES IN PART as to the components of the motion as specifically set out within. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/5/15. (SAC)
Transcript of Proceedings held on July 30, 2015, before Judge Karon O. Bowdre. Court Reporter/Transcriber Teresa Roberson. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. NOTICE: The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (A copy can be obtained at http://www.alnd.uscourts.gov/local/court%20forms/transcripts/Transcript% 20Redaction%20Policy.pdf) See Transcript Redaction Policy Redaction Request due 8/26/2015. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 9/5/2015. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 11/3/2015. (SAC) (Additional attachment(s) added on 8/5/2015: # 1 Exhibit Certification page).
REPLY Brief filed by Defendant Aseracare Inc re: 377 Trial Brief filed by Aseracare Inc.
ORDER re 341 Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude The Corridor Group Reports- The court GRANTS IN PART and DENIES IN PART as outlined within. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/5/15. (SAC)
ORDER re 340 Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Excelas Evidence- For the reasons discussed on the record during the Pretrial Conference held on July 30, 2015, the court GRANTS the Defendants' motion as to the Government's case in chief. The court WITHHOLDS JUDGMENT as to the use of this evidence in rebuttal or cross examination. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/5/15. (SAC)
ORDER re 334 Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Undisclosed Expert Opinions and Audit Summary Exhibits- The court WITHHOLDS JUDGMENT on the admissibility of the exhibits; the court GRANTS the Government leave to revise the exhibits. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/5/15. (SAC)
ORDER re 332 Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude The AdvanceMed Loss Calculations Exhibits and Associated Testimony- For the reasons discussed on the record during the Pretrial Conference held on July 30, 2015, the court WITHHOLDS JUDGMENT on the Defendants' motion until Phase II of trial. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/5/15. (SAC)
ORDER re 337 Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Government's New Palmetto Analysis- For the reasons discussed on the record during the Pretrial Conference held on July 30, 2015, the court WITHHOLDS JUDGMENT on the Defendants' motion until Phase II of trial. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/5/15. (SAC)
ORDER re 335 Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Trial Testimony by Three Nonparty Fact Witnesses and 358 Relators Opposition to Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Trial Testimony of Three Nonparty Fact Witnesses and Motion to Strike- The court DENIES Relators' Motion to Strike Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Trial Testimony by Three Nonparty Fact Witnesses; The court DENIES Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude Trial Testimony by Three Nonparty Fact Witnesses for the basis asserted in the motion; The court reminds the parties, as noted within the court's Order, (doc. 382), on the "United States' Omnibus Motion in Limine," (doc. 336), that the court denied the portion of the Government's motion as to evidence of the Relators' financial interest in the case. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/5/15. (SAC)
Exhibit List Defendants' Supplemental Exhibit List by Aseracare Inc.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Pretrial Conference held on 8/5/2015 discussing jury strikes and remaining pretrial matters. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
ORDER re 325 United States' Objections and Cross Designation to Defendants' Deposition Designations- The court finds that, despite the nation wide subpoena power in qui tam cases, Rule 32(a)(4) will not preclude the Defendants' witnesses from testifying by deposition, provided that they are 100 miles from the place of trial. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/6/15. (SAC)
ORDER For the reasons stated within and the reasons stated on the record during the July 30, 2015 Pretrial Conference, see doc. 383 at 1-10, the court VACATES its oral discovery sanction. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/6/15. (SAC)
ORDER re 342 Defendants Omnibus Motion in Limine- For the reasons discussed on the record during the Pretrial Conference held on July 30, 2015, the court GRANTS IN PART and DENIES IN PART as to the components of the motion as specifically set out within; However, the court WITHHOLDS decisions as to the issues noted within. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/6/15. (SAC)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Voir Dire held on 8/6/2015. Jury seated and given introductory instructions. Jury to return on Monday, August 10, 2015 at 8:30 AM for trial to begin. Jury released. Court adj to reconvene Monday August 10. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
Jury Strikes of Plff United States of America filed.
Jury Strikes of Defendants Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc. filed.
ORDER re 329 Defendants' Motion in Limine to Exclude All Evidence from Phase One that Lacks a Sufficient Nexus to the 123 Allegedly Ineligible Sample Patients- The court GRANTS IN PART; DENIES IN PART; and WITHHOLDS DECISION IN PART as to Defendants' motion in limine to exclude all evidence from Phase One that lacks a sufficient nexus to the 123 allegedly ineligible sample patients. The parties are DIRECTED to comply with the court's rulings and directions as extensively discussed on the Record. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/7/15. (SAC)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Evidentiary Hearing held on 8/10/2015. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Jury Trial Begins on 8/10/2015. Trial starts at 1:00. Jury sworn. Court's preliminary instructions; plff and def opening statements; plff calls witness Zaragoza, def cross, redirect and recross. Offer of Proof. Witness excused. Jury released to return 8/11 at 8:30 AM Ct adj. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (FNC) Modified on 8/17/2015 (Text entry; no document attached.)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Jury Trial continuing on 8/11/2015. Day 2. Court opened. Plff calls witness V Stutts, cross and redirect, witness excused, offer of proof; plff calls witness L Deitrich, cross, witness excused, offer of proof; gov calls witness S Perryman, questions to witness outside the presence of jury re: GX97, cross, witness excused; gov calls witness M Farmer, cross, redirect, recross, witness excused; jury released to return 8/12 at 8:30 AM; attys at bar; voir dire of gov witness Dr. Micca. Attys to return 8/12 at 8:00 with report as stated on the record. Ct adj. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Jury Trial continuing on 8/12/2015. Day #3. Prehearing meeting with attys re testimony of Dr. Micca, overlapping witness testimony and evidentiary issues. Court opened. Gov calls witness S Adams, cross, redirect, recross and redirect, witness excused; gov calls witness M Greer, direct, cross, redirect, witness excused; gov calls witness D Paradies, direct, cross, witness excused; break for lunch; after lunch meeting with attys; jury released to return Monday, August 17 at 8:30 AM Ct adj. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
MOTION for Leave to File Under Seal by United States of America.
TEXT ORDER granting 398 Motion for Leave to File Motion Under Seal. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/14/2015.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Status Conference held on 8/14/2015. (Court Reporter Sabrina Lewis.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
SEALED TRANSCRIPT of Proceedings held on 8/14/15, before Judge Karon O. Bowdre. Court Reporter/Transcriber Sabrina Lewis. Transcript may be viewed at the court public terminal or purchased through the Court Reporter/Transcriber before the deadline for Release of Transcript Restriction. After that date it may be obtained through PACER. NOTICE: The parties have seven (7) calendar days to file with the Court a Notice of Intent to Request Redaction of this transcript. If no such Notice is filed, the transcript will be made remotely electronically available to the public without redaction after 90 calendar days. (A copy can be obtained at http://www.alnd.uscourts.gov/local/court%20forms/transcripts/Transcript% 20Redaction%20Policy.pdf) See Transcript Redaction Policy Redaction Request due 9/7/2015. Redacted Transcript Deadline set for 9/17/2015. Release of Transcript Restriction set for 11/15/2015.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Jury Trial continuing on 8/17/2015. Day #4. Court opened. Gov calls Witness Manley, cross, redirect, recross, offer of proof, witness excused; gov calls Witness Schultz, cross, redirect, witness excused. Jury released to return on 8/18 at 8:30 AM Discussions out of the presence of the jury re: video depo of Dr. Finn, exhibits and demonstratives. Court adj. After hearing meeting re: demonstratives and other issues. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
SEALED MOTION, by United States of America (sealed per 399 Text Order)
https://ecf.alnd.uscourts.gov/doc1/01913943704" onClick="goDLS{{'/doc1/01913943704','140754','1270','','2','1','',''}};">5</a> Exhibit E)(SAC)
MOTION for Leave to File Supplemental Proposed Jury Charge by Aseracare Inc.
MOTION for Leave to File Defendants' Motion for Leave to File Motion Under Seal by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
TEXT ORDER granting 403 Defendants' Motion for Leave to File Motion Under Seal. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/18/2015.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Jury Trial continuing on 8/18/2015. Day #5. Court opened. Gov calls Dr. S. Liao. Questions regarding Dr.'s assessments of patient records. Jury released at 5:30 to return at 8:30 AM on 8/19. Discussion w/attys after jury released for the day. Ct adj. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
SEALED MOTION, by Aseracare Inc. (filed under seal per 404 Order granting 403)
https://ecf.alnd.uscourts.gov/doc1/01913945225" onClick="goDLS{{'/doc1/01913945225','140754','1280','','2','1','',''}};">6</a> Exhibit F)(SAC)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Jury Trial continuing on 8/19/2015. Day #6. Discussions prior to trial re: exhibits, etc. Court opened. Gov cont direct of Witness Dr. Liao re: assessment of multiple patients. Jury released at 4:40 to return 8/20 at Noon. Court adj. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
MOTION for Leave to File Response Under Seal by United States of America.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Jury Trial continuing on 8/20/2015. Day #7. Court opened. Gov cont direct of Witness Dr. Liao re: patient assessments. Jury released to return 8/24/15 at 8:30 AM Ct adj. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
TEXT ORDER granting 406 Motion for Leave to File Response Under Seal. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/21/2015.
***Document Sealed - United States' Opposition to Defendants' Motion (sealed per 407 Text Order)
https://ecf.alnd.uscourts.gov/doc1/01913947964" onClick="goDLS{{'/doc1/01913947964','140754','1290','','2','1','',''}};">3</a> Exhibit C) (SAC)
MOTION for Leave to File Reply Under Seal by Aseracare Inc.
TEXT ORDER granting 409 Defendants' Motion for Leave to File Reply Under Seal. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 8/24/2015.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Jury Trial continuing on 8/24/2015. Day #8. Court Opened. Gov cont. direct of witness Dr. S Liao re: patient assessments. Jury released to return 8/25 at 8:30 AM Court adj. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
***Document Sealed - Defendant's Reply in Support of Motion (filed under seal per doc. 410). (SAC)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Jury Trial continuing on 8/25/2015. Day #9. Court opened. Gov continues w/ direct of witness Dr. S Liao. Jurors excused to return 8/26/15 at 8:30 AM Court adj. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Jury Trial continuing on 8/26/2015. Prior to trial beginning, exhibit preadmission discussion. Court opened. Gov conts direct of expert witness Dr. S. Liao re: patient assessments. Jury released to return Monday, August 31, 2015 at 9:00 AM Ct adj. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
TRIAL BRIEF Defendants' Bench Memorandum Regarding the Application of Federal Rule of Evidence 702 to Certain Testimony from the Government's Physician Expert, Dr. Solomon Liao by Aseracare Inc.
Evidentiary Material United States' Offer of Proof As to Dr. Liao.
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Jury Trial continuing on 8/31/2015. Day 11. Court opened. Gov cont. direct of witness Dr. S. Liao re: patient assessments. Jury released to return 9/1 at 8:30 AM Court adj. After hearing meeting re: evidentiary issues. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
MOTION in Limine to Limit Testimony to Phase Two by United States of America.
Exhibit A (Excerpts of Twaddle Depo)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Jury Trial continuing on 9/1/2015. Day #12. Court opened. Gov conts w/direct of witness Dr. S. Liao; gov tenders witness for cross; def begins cross. Jury released to return 9/2 at 8:30 AM Ct adj. After hearing meeting with attys and Judge to discuss evidentiary issues. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
RESPONSE to re 412 Regarding the Application of Rule 702 filed by United States of America.
TEXT ORDER granting 402 Defendants' Motion for Leave to File Supplemental Proposed Jury Charge. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 9/2/2015.
Proposed Jury Instructions by Aseracare Inc.
MOTION for Reconsideration of Court's Rulings Regarding Helen K. by United States of America.
Exhibit A (Trial Transcript Excerpt)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Jury Trial continuing on 9/2/2015. Day #13. Court opened. Def cont cross of Witness Dr. S. Liao; Gov redirect; witness excused; evidentiary meeting outside the presence of the jury; gov calls witness K. Lucas; jury released to return 9/3 at 8:30 AM; court adj. After hearing meeting re: evidentiary issues. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
MOTION for Judgment as a Matter of Law at the Close of The Government's Case-in-Chief in Phase One by Aseracare Inc.
ORDER re 414 United States' Motion to Limit the Testimony of Martha Twaddle to Phase Two- For the reasons discussed on the record on September 2, 2015, the court DENIES the United States' Motion to limit the testimony of Martha Twaddle to phase two. Signed by Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre on 9/2/15. (SAC)
Minute Entry for proceedings held before Chief Judge Karon O Bowdre: Jury Trial continuing on 9/3/2015. Day #14. Gov cont direct of witness K. Lucas, cross, redirect, witness excused; evidentiary matters taken up as stated on the record, outside the presence of the jury; Gov rests; defense calls witness E. Allen, cross by gov, redirect and recross, witness excused; def presents video depo of Dr. Chuaa. Jury released to return 9/8/15 at 8:30 AM Court adj. (Court Reporter Roberson/Martin.) (Text entry; no document attached.)
MOTION to Strike Defendants' Motion to Strike Certain Testimony from the Government's Physician Expert, Dr. Solomon Liao by Aseracare Inc, GGNSC Administrative Services, Hospice Preferred Choice, Inc., Hospice of Eastern Carolina, Inc.
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