Leading Whistleblower Attorneys Providing Legal Representation Nationwide
If you have information about fraud, corruption, or any other form of wrongdoing, you may be eligible to serve as a whistleblower. Whistleblowers are entitled to strong protections under federal law. They are also entitled to monetary rewards in some cases.
Our senior whistleblower lawyers help employees, former employees, citizen journalists, and other individuals report all forms of wrongdoing to the federal government. We represent whistleblowers nationwide, and we handle whistleblower complaints under the False Claims Act, the Whistleblower Protection Act, and all other federal whistleblower statutes.
We Help Federal Whistleblowers Expose Fraud, Waste, and Abuse
Many of the cases we handle involve exposing fraud, waste, and abuse under the False Claims Act. The False Claims Act encourages whistleblowing by providing protections and monetary rewards (in appropriate cases), and it covers essentially all forms of fraud, waste, and abuse under government contracts, grants, and programs.
This is just a small sampling. From healthcare providers to government contractors, we handle False Claims Act cases involving all recipients of federal funds, both lawful and unlawful. Our lawyers are intimately familiar with the qui tam provisions of the False Claims Act, and we rely on our experience to help our whistleblower clients come forward, protect their identities, work effectively with the US Department of Justice (DOJ), and collect whistleblower rewards when warranted.
All of our lawyers have extensive experience in whistleblower litigation under the False Claims Act. We are available to represent both domestic and international whistleblowers in cases involving:
We Help Federal Whistleblowers Expose Corruption and Other Wrongs
Along with cases under the False Claims Act, we also handle cases under all other federal whistleblower laws. This includes the Whistleblower Protection Act, the Dodd-Frank Act, and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), among many others. Some examples of whistleblower disclosures covered under these laws include those involving:
- Abuses of authority within the federal government
- Antitrust violations
- Immigration fraud
- Import and export fraud (US Customs fraud)
- Public corruption and bribery
- Threats to foreign policy interests
- Threats to national security
- Violations of the Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA)
- Violations of federal securities and commodities laws
- Violations of Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions
Once again, these are just examples. From fraud against the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to fraud against the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), we handle numerous other types of federal whistleblower cases as well. If you have questions about reporting any form of wrongdoing to the federal government, we strongly encourage you to contact our whistleblower law firm for a completely free and confidential consultation.
We Represent Federal Employees and Whistleblowers in the Private Sector
Our whistleblower lawyers represent individuals in the public and private sectors. Whether you work for the federal government, work for a private or publicly traded company, or are a citizen journalist, we can work with the federal government on your behalf. We represent former employees in whistleblower cases against federal entities and private-sector employers as well. Whether you are aware of a potential violation of federal law as the result of an internal investigation, an independent investigation, or through other means, our whistleblowers can come forward on your behalf while protecting your identity to the fullest extent possible under the law.
Representative Examples of Cases We Handle
As a national whistleblower law firm, we handle all types of whistleblower cases under federal law. This includes, but is not limited to, cases in which a whistleblower award may be available. The following are some representative examples of the types of cases we handle:
Commodities Fraud (Including Cryptocurrency Fraud)
We handle commodities fraud whistleblower cases under the Dodd-Frank Act and all other pertinent federal statutes. This includes cases involving cryptocurrency fraud, as cryptocurrencies are treated as commodities rather than securities under federal law. The Dodd-Frank Act is one of several federal whistleblower protection laws that exists specifically to encourage individuals to come forward, and the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) maintains an active whistleblower award program.
Securities Fraud
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) maintains an active whistleblower award program as well—and it has issued some of the largest whistleblower awards in US history in recent years. If you are eligible to serve as an SEC whistleblower, our lawyers can file a complaint on your behalf, work with the SEC during its investigation, and work to secure your award under the SEC whistleblower program if you become eligible to receive one.
Tax Fraud
Our whistleblower lawyers have extensive experience handling federal tax fraud cases, both in the private sector and as former DOJ prosecutors. We represent whistleblowers who have information about all forms of individual and corporate tax fraud, including the illegal use of offshore tax shelters and other criminal tax evasion schemes.
Whistleblower Lawsuits Under the False Claims Act
As discussed above, a significant portion of our practices involves handling whistleblower lawsuits under the False Claims Act. We represent whistleblowers who need to report all forms of fraud, waste, and abuse, and our whistleblower lawyers have extensive experience helping clients navigate the complex qui tam process.
Whistleblower Retaliation Cases
Our whistleblower lawyers handle retaliation cases under federal whistleblower laws as well. If you experience retaliation after blowing the whistle, you have clear legal rights. You have the right to hold your employer accountable, and you have the right to seek damages and other appropriate remedies for the consequences of your employer’s unlawful conduct. While we work to protect our clients against facing retaliation whenever possible, we are also prepared to act immediately on behalf of our clients when necessary.
Who We Are
We are a national law firm composed of senior whistleblower lawyers who have experience handling these complex cases in the public and private sectors. As noted above, our team includes lawyers who have significant prior experience prosecuting fraud, corruption, and other forms of wrongdoing on behalf of the federal government. With this experience, we are intimately familiar with all aspects of the federal whistleblower process, and we are able to help our clients make informed and confident decisions about coming forward.
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How Do I File a Qui Tam Lawsuit Under the False Claims Act?
Filing a qui tam lawsuit under the False Claims Act involves submitting a complaint in federal district court that meets all applicable substantive and technical requirements. As a result, while hiring a whistleblower lawyer isn’t required, it is strongly recommended. Our senior whistleblower lawyers help current employees, former employees, and other individuals file qui tam lawsuits involving all forms of federal fraud, waste, and abuse.
Is There Opposing Counsel in a Federal Whistleblower Case?
When you file a federal whistleblower lawsuit, you are filing a lawsuit on behalf of the federal government. This is known as a qui tam lawsuit. Once you file a lawsuit, the company or individual you have accused of wrongdoing will most likely engage legal counsel to defend against your allegations.
How Do I Report Healthcare Fraud (i.e., Medicare or Medicaid Fraud) to the Federal Government?
While there are several options for reporting Medicare fraud, Medicaid fraud, and other forms of healthcare fraud to the federal government, one of the most effective options is filing a lawsuit under the False Claims Act. The False Claims Act prohibits healthcare providers (and other parties) from submitting false claims for reimbursement, and it includes provisions for both whistleblower protections and whistleblower rewards.
How Do I Report Securities Fraud or Commodities Fraud to the Federal Government?
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) both have well-established whistleblower programs. If you have information about securities fraud or commodities fraud, our whistleblower attorneys can help you file a complaint with the appropriate Commission. Both the SEC whistleblower program and the CFTC whistleblower program have strict eligibility criteria and filing requirements, so it is important to consult with an experienced attorney before you come forward.
How Do I Serve as a Whistleblower as a Federal Employee (or Former Federal Employee)?
Federal employees (and former federal employees) can serve as whistleblowers under the Whistleblower Protection Act (WPA). As its name suggests, the WPA provides strong protections for those who come forward. However, similar to whistleblowers in the private sector, current and former federal employees must file their whistleblower complaints correctly in order to receive protection, so working with an experienced whistleblower attorney is strongly recommended.
Schedule a Free and Confidential Consultation with Our Senior Whistleblower Lawyers Today
Do you have questions about serving as a federal whistleblower? If so, our senior whistleblower attorneys are available to speak with you in strict confidence. To schedule a free and confidential consultation as soon as possible, call 888-680-1745 or tell us how we can reach you online now.