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One of the important questions to be answered in litigating False Claims Act cases is how much should the offending entity know about the false billing in order to trigger liability under federal law. Under 31 U.S.C. §3729(b), "knowing" is defined in three instances....
Throughout your life, you likely had individuals tell you to report any wrongdoing you may have witnessed. As you got older, you may have found this action more difficult, as certain circumstances made you question whether you should make someone else's actions known....
Working in a New York medical facility can no doubt be a very rewarding job. Of course, like most jobs, it likely has its challenges. Whether you just started a new position or you have been with the same company for years, maintaining a good working relationship with...
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...
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...
In the past and the present, the term "whistleblower" has had quite a few negative connotations. This seems to be due to the fact that employees are fearful that reporting their employer for illicit conduct may result in disciplinary action or even termination. That...
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...
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....
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...