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There are several scenarios in which employees may need to act as whistleblowers. When people become aware that their employers have violated the law, they may report the misconduct that they witness either to authority figures within the company or regulatory...
Medical billing fraud is one of the most widespread and costly issues affecting the healthcare industry today. It not only drains billions of dollars from the system but also places patients and providers at risk. Fraudulent schemes often remain hidden for long...
Uncovering fraud can feel like standing alone in a storm. But if you are a whistleblower in New York, the law gives you a way to speak up and seek justice without losing protection. You can file a qui tam case under the False Claims Act to report fraud against the...
Workers who have to report business misconduct become whistleblowers. Some whistleblowers alert management within the company about issues in a particular department. They may report illegal conduct or safety concerns. Frequently, whistleblowers involve regulatory...
Whistleblowers sometimes need to risk their job stability to do the right thing. When professionals learn that their employers have engaged in fraudulent billing practices while fulfilling a government contract, they may feel compelled to report the issue. If it is...
Medicare and Medicaid are federal programs that assist millions of Americans in getting the medical care they need. Providers who accept Medicare and Medicaid payments have very strict guidelines for what’s allowable. Unfortunately, not all providers handle things in...
Government contracts, especially those tied to national defense, come with high stakes. When fraud happens in this space, it does not just waste money. It can put people’s safety at risk. If you work for a defense contractor and suspect something is wrong, speaking up...
If you work in the health care industry at a doctor’s office, a clinic or even a hospital – you may have come across some billing practices that seem a little sketchy to you – even if you aren’t exactly sure what you are seeing. One of the most common ways that...
State and federal governments usually award private businesses contracts to access specialized expertise and provide opportunities for small businesses. The government sets requirements that companies must meet to be awarded contracts. Unfortunately, some businesses...
Qui tam lawsuits generally only occur in highly unusual circumstances. These are lawsuits brought against businesses by employees. The employees serve as relators and initiate the lawsuit on behalf of the government. They have the authority to do so under the False...