Gilead False Claims Case: Government Opposes Supreme Court Review But Thinks Suit Should Be Tossed
Executive Summary
US Solicitor General says facts lacking on what government knew about alleged product misrepresentations; FDA may be burdened with discovery requests if suit proceeds to discovery and trial.
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