Русско-англо-русский юридический словарь

A person who makes a false claim is liable for civil penalties, treble the amount of damages the agency sustains because of the act or omission of that person, and attorneys' fees and costs. (hklaw.com)

There are three main elements to a tort claim. First, it must be proved that there was a wrongful act or omission (=failure to act) by the defendant. (translegal.com)