Health Care Litigation
Health care organizations trust our experienced team to handle their most difficult issues in an increasingly complex regulatory environment. From administrative proceedings or internal investigations to jury trials or appellate arguments, we work closely with our regulatory compliance, legislative and public policy, and FDA colleagues to help drive optimal solutions for your business.
Our Health Care Litigation Team combines deep litigation expertise with a comprehensive understanding of Nigeria’s health care industry and regulatory environment, allowing us to represent clients effectively in complex matters. We work with organizations across every sector of the health care ecosystem, including pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, diagnostic and imaging providers, home health care and rehabilitation services, nursing homes, dialysis providers, health insurers, HMOs, and third-party administrators. Our services cover government investigations, regulatory enforcement actions, administrative proceedings, internal investigations, compliance reviews, and complex civil litigation and arbitration.
Experience
Our litigation team consists of seasoned lawyers who understand both the technicalities of litigation and the complexities of health care regulations. We work closely with our regulatory compliance, policy, and corporate teams to provide a fully integrated approach to health care disputes.
We represent clients in litigation and dispute resolution across Nigeria, including matters before the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), the Pharmacists Council of Nigeria, the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria, and other regulatory and enforcement bodies. Our experience spans administrative proceedings, trial court litigation, arbitration, and appellate proceedings.
We regularly defend health care companies and executives in criminal and civil investigations, including matters involving regulatory breaches, health care fraud, malpractice, and corporate governance disputes. Our team liaises with enforcement and regulatory authorities such as the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS), NAFDAC, and other relevant state and federal agencies to protect client interests effectively.
Internal Investigations
We have extensive experience conducting internal and independent investigations, having handled hundreds of such matters on behalf of our health care clients. These investigations often focus on compliance with Nigerian health care laws, fraud prevention, anti-corruption measures, ethical breaches, and corporate governance. Our approach helps organizations identify risks proactively, mitigate potential liability, and implement effective corrective actions.