Government Contractor Whistleblower Attorney
Law Firm for Whistleblowers Under Federal Government Contracts
We help current and former employees report fraud under all types of federal contracts. If you work, or if you used to work, for a defense contractor or any other federal contractor and have information about fraudulent procurement or billing practices, an experienced government contractor whistleblower attorney at our law firm can help you come forward appropriately.
Our attorneys represent federal contractor whistleblowers throughout the U.S. and worldwide. Our attorneys handle all types of government contractor fraud cases involving all federal agencies, offices, and departments. As discussed in greater detail below, exposing government fraud under federal contracts generally involves coming forward under the False Claims Act. We have extensive experience in these whistleblower cases, and we rely on this experience to help our clients expose wrongdoing when warranted.
How to Report Government Contractor Fraud
The False Claims Act is a federal law that allows current employees, former employees, and other individuals to come forward with information about all forms of fraud, waste, and abuse under government contracts. Under this federal whistleblower law, eligible individuals who come forward are entitled to strict confidentiality. They are also entitled to a whistleblower reward if they help the government recover federal funds.
Each whistleblower lawyer at our firm represents current and former employees of government contractors in False Claims Act cases. If you have credible information about fraudulent activities undertaken by a federal contractor, our lawyers can help you file a whistleblower claim, protect your identity, and seek a financial reward if your case is successful.
We represent whistleblower clients in False Claims Act cases involving all types of government contract fraud. This includes (but is not limited to) cases involving:
- Bid collusion and other forms of procurement fraud
- Truth in Negotiations Act (TINA) violations
- Cross charging
- Double billing
- False statements and misleading statements
- Material substitution
- Quality control failures
- Other forms of fraud resulting in losses for American taxpayers
When private contractors commit these and other forms of fraud, agencies from the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rely heavily on whistleblowers to come forward. This is why federal whistleblower protection laws like the False Claims Act exist—and it is why many of these laws include provisions for both whistleblower protections and whistleblower awards.
Coming forward as a government contractor whistleblower involves filing a lawsuit in federal court. Filing a whistleblower lawsuit (also referred to as a qui tam lawsuit) is a unique and complex process, so working closely with an experienced whistleblower lawyer is strongly recommended. When you choose our law firm to represent you, our lawyers will:
- Confidentially Assess Your Eligibility to Serve as a Whistleblower – Every case starts with a free, confidential consultation. Our lawyers will assess your eligibility to serve as a whistleblower and help you make informed decisions about your next steps.
- Prepare and File Your Qui Tam Lawsuit Under the False Claims Act – If you decide to come forward, our lawyers will prepare and file your qui tam lawsuit under the False Claims Act. This will initiate the complex litigation process, and our lawyers will continue to represent you every step of the way.
- Work with the Government During Its Investigation and Prosecution – After filing your qui tam lawsuit, we will work with the government during its investigation and prosecution. If the government declines to intervene, we will help you make an informed decision about whether to pursue your case independently.
- Work with the Government to Keep Your Identity Confidential – Throughout the process, we will work with the government to keep your identity confidential. The government has a legal obligation to protect whistleblowers’ identities when they come forward under the False Claims Act.
- Assist with Securing Your Whistleblower Award if Your Case is Successful – If your case is successful, we will assist with securing your whistleblower award. In False Claims Act cases, awards are generally calculated as 15% to 30% of the government’s recovery. This is true when contractors settle allegations and when the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) establishes accountability in federal court.
We are more than happy to help potential whistleblowers make informed decisions. If you have questions about coming forward, a government contractor whistleblower attorney at our firm can explain everything you need to know. This costs you nothing; and, if you decide to come forward, our legal fees (if any) will be calculated as a percentage of the amount we help you recover.
Former DOJ Prosecutors Providing Legal Representation for Government Contractor Employees
When you need to come forward and expose government contractor fraud, your choice of legal representation matters. We are a federal whistleblower law firm with a team that includes former DOJ prosecutors. These attorneys prosecuted government contract fraud before entering private practice; and, as a result, they are intimately familiar with how the federal government handles these cases.
If you need to make an informed decision about coming forward, this is the type of experience you need on your side. Contractor fraud costs the government hundreds of millions of dollars in taxpayer money every year—if not more—and holding bad actors accountable requires both whistleblowers who are courageous enough to come forward and attorneys who know how to help them do what is required.
While the government relies on private companies in all aspects of its domestic, international, and military operations, it also relies on whistleblowers to hold these companies accountable when warranted. If you would like to speak with an experienced government contractor whistleblower attorney about coming forward, we strongly encourage you to contact us for a free, confidential consultation today.
FAQs: Qui Tam Lawsuits Against Federal Contractors
Can I report government contract fraud under the DOD or DOJ Whistleblower Program?
While the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) and U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) both accept whistleblower complaints, reporting government contract fraud generally involves filing a qui tam lawsuit under the False Claims Act. The False Claims Act protects individuals who come forward in accordance with the statute’s requirements, and whistleblowers who help the government hold fraudulent contractors accountable are generally entitled to financial rewards.
Can I report government contract fraud under the False Claims Act?
Yes, filing a qui tam lawsuit under the False Claims Act is the primary means of reporting contract fraud to the federal government. When a federal government contractor commits fraud, this not only results in the loss of American taxpayer dollars, but it can also compromise government objectives—and, in some cases, it can compromise national security. As a result, reporting government contract fraud is extremely important, and the False Claims Act provides both protections and financial incentives for those who come forward.
As we discussed above, filing a qui tam lawsuit under the False Claims Act is a unique and complex process. Our attorneys are intimately familiar with the steps involved, and we can help you come forward appropriately.
What documents do I need to prove financial fraud by a federal government contractor?
You do not need any specific type or amount of documentation to serve as a federal government contractor whistleblower. If you are prepared to come forward with credible information that is not currently known to the federal government, you may be eligible to file a whistleblower complaint under the False Claims Act.
As a potential whistleblower, it is important to be careful about taking any documentation from your employer. If you have any documentation in your possession already, you should keep it in a safe place. To make informed decisions about your next steps, you should consult with an experienced whistleblower lawyer promptly.
Will I have to pay legal fees to hire a whistleblower law firm to help me report government contract fraud?
You should not have to pay any out-of-pocket legal fees to hire a whistleblower law firm. Most whistleblower law firms—including ours—represent their clients on a contingency-fee basis. This means that our clients do not pay any up-front or monthly attorney fees. When we help our clients secure whistleblower awards, our fees are deducted from the amount we help our clients recover. Otherwise, our clients pay nothing for our legal representation.
What if my employer retaliates against me after I file a whistleblower complaint?
Retaliation against government contractor whistleblowers is strictly prohibited under federal law. As a result, if your employer retaliates against you after you file a whistleblower complaint, you will be entitled to clear remedies—including back pay and other financial damages. While it is unlikely that your employer will discern your identity if you come forward, our attorneys will be prepared to take immediate legal action on your behalf if necessary.
Speak with a Government Contractor Whistleblower Attorney in Strict Confidence
Do you have questions about blowing the whistle on your current or former employer? If so, we strongly encourage you to speak with an attorney at our firm in strict confidence. To schedule a free, confidential consultation with an experienced government contractor whistleblower attorney as soon as possible, call 866-320-3959 ortell us how we can reach you online today.