Qui tam lawsuits play a crucial role in exposing and combating fraud against the government, and the potential for significant whistleblower rewards serves as a powerful incentive for individuals to come forward. How is that compensation figured? Here are some basics...
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Qui Tam Cases
Those on the inside should report contractor fraud
The contracting of federal, state and local public works projects is a lucrative business. Many construction firms and their subcontractors turn a handsome profit by bidding on and then completing these public projects. New York taxpayers should remember that, in a...
How to secure evidence before blowing the whistle
Do you intend to “blow the whistle” on your employer and report what you believe to be misconduct to the government? Would-be whistleblowers are usually actively encouraged by the government to stay in their positions and keep working as long as they can (so long as...
Beyond internal reporting: 3 signs you should take action
The decision to escalate suspected illegal activity to the government can be a complex one. A specific provision under the False Claims Act, known as qui tam, allows individuals to take legal action on behalf of the government against fraud. But it is not always...
Why does the government offer a reward in qui tam cases?
In an ideal world, everyone would want (and feel free) to speak up if they knew someone was trying to defraud the government. After all, the government’s money is the public’s money – it comes from the taxes people pay. Yet, you only have to see how many people stay...
Don’t make these three mistakes in your whistleblower case
If you’re aware of defense contractor fraud, overbilling of government contracts, Medicare fraud, or some other wrongdoing involving the government, then you probably feel compelled to speak out. Doing so can be scary, though, given the swift and harsh response you...
Military qui tam: The cost of inaccurate and defective pricing
A government contractor provides goods or services to the government under a contract. This can be anything from building roads to supplying military equipment. If they overcharge or give the wrong price for their goods or services, employees of that company can take...
2 important protections for those filing a qui tam lawsuit
Sometimes, workers may find themselves in a position where they have to make decisions that they fear will damage their relationship with their employer. For example, sometimes workers need to speak up about what they believe to be illegal practices at a business....
How are qui tam whistleblowers rewarded?
Fraudulent activities against the U.S. government can have devastating consequences for individuals who rely on government programs for their livelihood or health benefits. Fortunately, a qui tam lawsuit can expose such wrongdoing and hold the perpetrators...
What is government contract fraud?
The U.S. government spends trillions of dollars each year on the military, Social Security, health insurance, economic security programs and other related services, goods and programs. They award contracts to government contractors through bid wars and supposedly...