False Claims Whistleblower Attorney

We Help Whistleblowers Come Forward Under the Federal False Claims Act (FCA)

Government fraud is a pervasive issue that costs U.S. taxpayers hundreds of billions of dollars annually. While federal prosecutors at the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) pursue civil and criminal charges for government fraud when they can, they rely heavily on whistleblowers to expose when prosecution is warranted.

Our False Claims Act (FCA) whistleblower attorneys help individuals throughout the United States and worldwide expose all types of false and fraudulent claims under federal contracts, grants, and programs. If you have information about fraud, waste, or abuse, you may be eligible to come forward as a false claims whistleblower. Individuals who initiate FCA cases are entitled to strong whistleblower protections, and they can become eligible for a whistleblower reward when their complaints lead to successful enforcement actions.  

Types of False Claims Act Cases We Handle

We help false claims whistleblowers (also referred to as qui tam whistleblowers) do what it takes to hold government contractors, healthcare providers, and other companies accountable for violating federal law. Our team of experienced attorneys handles all types of qui tam cases under the False Claims Act, including (but not limited to):

Corruption and Bribery

Companies and individuals implicated in federal corruption and bribery cases can face civil or criminal penalties depending on the circumstances involved. Federal contractors and other companies that do business with the federal government are subject to strict anti-corruption and anti-bribery rules, and violations of these rules can not only lead to taxpayer losses, but they can also have national security implications in certain circumstances.

If you are aware of any company or individual offering, paying, soliciting, or accepting a bribe in connection with its federal contract or other federally funded operations, you may be eligible to serve as a false claims whistleblower. Our experienced attorneys can assess your eligibility, and we can file a False Claims Act complaint with the government on your behalf if warranted.

Customs and Tariff Fraud

False statements made in connection with the payment (or nonpayment) of customs duties and tariffs can also warrant whistleblower complaints under the False Claims Act. These cases generally involve “reverse false claims,” or improperly withholding funds from the government rather than improperly obtaining federal funds.

Importers and various other parties are subject to strict federal regulations regarding the applicability and calculation of customs duties and tariffs. When these parties violate these regulations, they can—and should—be held accountable.

Government Contract Fraud (Including Defense Contracting Fraud)

Many false claims whistleblower cases involve government contract fraud. This includes both government procurement fraud (i.e., bidding fraud) and fraud during the performance of federal contracts (i.e., materials substitution and fraudulent billing).

We handle cases involving all types of government contract fraud, including fraud under contracts with the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and all other federal agencies. If you think you may be prepared to come forward with allegations and evidence against your current or former employer or any other company, we strongly encourage you to speak with one of our experienced attorneys in confidence.

Government Grant Fraud

Federal grant recipients are subject to strict statutory and regulatory compliance obligations as well. We help individual whistleblowers come forward with information about fraud during the grant application and renewal processes, as well as information about fraudulent reporting and other improper practices.

From agriculture and life sciences to aerospace and defense, we assist whistleblowers with exposing government grant fraud in all sectors. Just like other defendants, businesses and institutions found liable for government grant fraud can face liability for recoupments, treble damages, and other financial penalties.

Government Program Fraud

We also help false claims whistleblowers initiate qui tam actions involving government program fraud. This includes fraud under long-standing government programs like Social Security, disaster relief programs, and other relief programs like the pandemic-era Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Employee Retention Credit (ERC).

Here too, U.S. Attorney’s Offices across the country rely heavily on whistleblowers to help them combat fraud in the private sector. If you are eligible to file a qui tam lawsuit involving government program fraud, our attorneys can file your lawsuit and then work with the government to prove that civil or criminal penalties are warranted.

Healthcare Fraud (Including Anti-Kickback Statute Violations)

Healthcare fraud is a major issue. Each year, Medicare, Medicaid, and other government healthcare programs lose upwards of $100 billion to false and fraudulent claims. Our attorneys have extensive experience in this area, and several of our attorneys handled healthcare fraud investigations at the DOJ before entering private practice.

Whistleblowers can report false and fraudulent claims submitted by doctors, hospitals, clinics, laboratories, pharmaceutical companies, durable medical equipment (DME) companies, and all other parties in the healthcare industry. Whistleblowers can also report Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law violations, which involve improper payments (and other forms of remuneration) for patient referrals.

Other Types of Civil Fraud Against the Government

Along with the types of false and fraudulent claims discussed above, we also handle False Claims Act cases involving all other types of civil fraud against the federal government. If you have information about any party improperly obtaining government funds under any circumstances, we want to hear from you.

If you have information about a False Claims Act violation that you are prepared to disclose to the federal government, we can serve as your legal counsel at no out-of-pocket cost to you. Our clients do not pay any out-of-pocket legal fees or litigation costs, and our legal fees (if any) are calculated as a percentage of the funds recovered in successful cases.

The False Claims Whistleblower Process: An Overview

Filing a whistleblower complaint under the False Claims Act is a unique process. Here is a brief overview of what you can expect if you decide to come forward. When you sit down for a free and confidential consultation with a member of our team, your attorney will walk you through the process in detail:

• Assessing Your Eligibility – We will begin by assessing your eligibility so that you can make an informed decision about whether to continue moving forward.
• Building Your Case – If you decide to continue moving forward, our attorneys will build your case and draft a complaint laying out the allegations and evidence you are prepared to disclose.
• Filing a Qui Tam Lawsuit – After preparing your complaint, our attorneys will file a qui tam lawsuit on your behalf in federal court.
• Assisting with the DOJ’s Investigation – Qui tam lawsuits lead to government investigations. Our attorneys will assist the DOJ during its investigation while remaining in close contact with you.
• Awaiting the DOJ’s Decision Regarding Intervention – If the government intervenes following its investigation, it will pursue your case directly. If it does not, our attorneys can continue pursuing your case in federal court.
• Assisting with the DOJ’s Case or Pursuing Litigation Independently – Depending on the DOJ’s decision regarding intervention, our attorneys will either assist with the DOJ’s case or pursue your case independently.
• Claiming a Whistleblower Reward (in Successful Cases) – If your case leads to a successful enforcement action (whether via a settlement or a judgment at trial), you may be entitled to a whistleblower reward ranging from 15% to 30% of the funds recovered.

FAQs: Reporting Fraud, Waste, and Abuse to the Federal Government

Schedule a Free and Confidential Consultation with a False Claims Whistleblower Attorney

Are you interested in speaking with a false claims whistleblower attorney? If so, we invite you to contact us for a free and confidential consultation. To speak with one of our senior attorneys in strict confidence as soon as possible, call 888-680-1745 or contact us confidentially online today.