Simonian v. University & Community College System of Nevada

OPINION

In this proper person appeal, we determine whether the district court properly granted summary judgment to the University and Community College System of Nevada (UCCSN) because, as a state entity, UCCSN is not subject to liability under Nevada’s False Claims Act (FCA).1 We also consider whether sanctions may be imposed on a complainant for having filed an FCA action based on allegations that, in the context of an administrative retaliation proceeding, were previously found meritless.

We agree with the district court that UCCSN is a state entity and therefore not subject to FCA…