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William Kirkwood Quoted About How DOJ Settlement Signals False Claims Act Risk for Government Contractors

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  • September 30, 2026

William Kirkwood was quoted in Cybersecurity and AI Law Report about a recent Department of Justice settlement with defense contractor LOGZONE. The settlement highlights how government contractors can face False Claims Act liability for cybersecurity compliance failures.

The LOGZONE case demonstrates that a breach is not a prerequisite to potential FCA exposure based on alleged contractual cybersecurity noncompliance, William told the publication. The case also highlights how audits and assessments can be important in FCA investigations, William added.

Subscribers can read the full article here: LOGZONE Marks a First in FCA Cyber Enforcement

Cybersecurity and AI Law Report provides business analysis of legal issues related to cybersecurity, AI, data protection, and data privacy challenges facing companies across various industries.