After charges filed against Bovis Lend Lease in April led to an admission of guilt and $56 million in fines for overbilling clients, federal prosecutors are investigating the billing practices of four more New York City construction firms, according to reports.
Turner Construction Company, Tishman Construction, Plaza Construction, and Skanska USA have been subpoenaed regarding their billing practices.
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