Ep. 3 – Understanding the False Claims Act in CMMC compliance w/ Eric Crusius

Welcome to another episode of Mostly Compliant, hosted by Matt Bruggeman, Director of Federal GTM at A-LIGN.
In this episode, Matt tackles the often misunderstood topic of the False Claims Act (FCA) and its implications for contractors in the CMMC space. To break it all down, he’s joined by Eric Crusius, a partner at Hunton Andrews Kurth’s DC office, specializing in government contracts, cybersecurity, and privacy law.
Together, they explore the nuances of the FCA, including what it is, how cases typically arise, and real-world examples. Matt and Eric also share critical insights on what defense contractors should watch for in upcoming CMMC requirements to avoid potential FCA violations.
About Mostly Compliant: Hosted by Matt Bruggeman, Director of Federal GTM at A-LIGN, Mostly Compliant is a cybersecurity podcast that brings together experts from across the federal compliance landscape to discuss CMMC, FedRAMP, and other key topics shaping the industry.