In some cases, doing the right thing can put you in an awkward position. Situations that could severely impact your employment may make you second guess whether you should report the wrongdoing you have noticed. However, not providing information could potentially put...
Blow The Whistle
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Qui Tam Cases
Taking the risk of following your conscience
In New York and across the country, almost half of workers surveyed say they are aware of illegal or unethical practices in the workplace. You may be part of that group. In addition, you may belong to the 46 percent who keep their mouths shut because you are afraid...
Four remedies for whistleblowers who suffer retaliation
Coming to the realization that an employer is engaged in wrongdoing is a difficult position for any employee. Employees in various professions have found themselves in this situation, but those who are working for the government may be particularly concerned about...
Will qui tam lawsuits continue under President Trump?
There has been some concern that with the election of pro-business Donald J. Trump, False Claims Act cases might dwindle. A Nov. 28 report from the National Law Review dismisses that likelihood. Nevertheless, the report does see change on the horizon. Some questions...
What makes a whistleblower?
There is some misunderstanding about what defines a whistleblower. When Edward Snowdon went public with millions of pages of NSA documents, he claimed the title of whistleblower - a claim which many others attacked. He wasn't a whistleblower, they said - he was a spy....
Selecting the right qui tam lawyer
Perhaps the most important element in a successful qui tam case, after the strength of your case, is your choice of attorney. Not every lawyer knows the intricacies of False Claims Act law. A lawyer that you worked with in other matters will likely be at a severe...