"Illegal kickbacks" refers to secret payments or rewards given to someone as a way to influence their decision or actions. These kickbacks are against the law because they involve dishonesty, bribery, or corruption. Full definition
Silver doesn't even deny this fact, which is at the heart of the government's case that Silver engaged in illegal kickback schemes for personal gain. (nystateofpolitics.com)
Despite that, the judge, in addition to the prison time, ordered Silver to pay back $ 5 million he gained from illegal kickback schemes, as well as a $ 1.75 million fine. (wrvo.org)
Prosecutors say Silver collected $ 700,000 in illegal kickbacks from law firm Goldberg & Iryami for steering Glenwood's business to it. (nypost.com)