Legal Question in Business Law in District of Columbia

Re: Estoppel Principle

Given your reference to "time", it seems that you may be confusing estoppel and/or waiver with issues relating to statutes of limitation and/or the doctrine of laches. Estoppel and waiver are distinct and relate to the affirmative action and/or inaction of a party in the face of certain information. Both are also extremely fact specific and little can be said about them without knowing the specific facts of your case. You should speak to an attorney right away (before you permit any government entity to begin an investigation, audit or other procedure and/or before you make any statements that could later be construed as admissions against you in court).

I would be happy to make arrangements for you to speak briefly with one of the attorneys at my firm who is licensed in the District of Columbia to speak with you for a few moments so that you can make some initial determinations about your matter. Give me a call at your convenience at the number and address listed below:

Lawrence R. Holzman, Esquire

Joseph, Greenwald & Laake, P.A.

6404 Ivy Lane, Suite 400

Greenbelt, MD 20770

(301) 220-2200

fax (301) 220-1214

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Re: Estoppel Principle

Your question cannot be answered in a vacuum. When dealing with government claims, investigations, and audits, it is critical that you have competent government contracts counsel as soon as possible in the process. You need to seek such counsel immediately.