The Department of Justice (DOJ) has taken a significant step in combating corporate wrongdoing by rolling out a whistleblower rewards program. This initiative aims to incentivize individuals with insider knowledge to come forward and report violations of federal laws....
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Can you take documents from your employer as a whistleblower?
If you’ve seen illegal activity or misconduct in the workplace that’s wasting taxpayer money, then you might be considering whether you should blow the whistle. Doing so can have several benefits, including protecting taxpayer dollars, stopping criminal activity and,...
Qui tam relators: Recovery structure concerns
Qui tam actions enable a citizen to file a lawsuit on behalf of the government against an individual or a company for criminal acts that defraud the government. This is done under the False Claims Act, which provides specific information about whistleblower actions. A...
Do federal contractors have whistleblower protection?
Per federal law, in the realm of federal operations, transparency and accountability are paramount. Whistleblowing, the act of reporting misconduct or hazards, serves as a vital tool in upholding these principles, which is why federal law enshrines whistleblower...
What are examples of Medicaid fraud?
One reason why whistleblowers decide to speak out is when they see evidence of Medicare or Medicaid fraud. These are government benefits systems that can cover the cost of certain medical treatments. Because Medicaid can be billed for those treatments, there are those...
