Azumi Limited Restaurants, the owner of several establishments including Zuma in Las Vegas, has agreed to a $3,602,423 settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice. This settlement resolves allegations that the company violated the False Claims Act by improperly obtaining and having forgiven Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans beyond the limits set for corporate groups. The DOJ’s action highlights the misuse of funds intended for small businesses struggling during the COVID-19 pandemic. Some of these claims were initiated under the whistleblower provisions of the False Claims Act, allowing private parties to file on behalf of the government and share in the recovery, with one such party receiving approximately $360,000. The settlement underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring that relief funds serve their intended purpose and are not misappropriated by larger entities.