Steps to Take If You Suspect Government Fraud at Your Workplace
Government fraud can occur in many different sectors, from healthcare to defense contracting to research grants, among others. Employees are often the first to notice suspicious conduct in the workplace that could indicate fraudulent practices. As an employee, discovering that your employer is engaging in fraudulent activities against the government can be...
Herman Law Group Whistleblower Case Results in $10.2 Million Recovery
[EAST PROVIDENCE, RI] – The Herman Law Group is pleased to announce that the United...
Do I Need Direct Evidence to File a False Claims Act Case? Understanding Legal Standards
The False Claims Act (FCA) protects against actions by persons or entities that knowingly defraud the government. The FCA operates through a special legal mechanism, “qui tam,” which enables private individuals (referred to as whistleblowers or Relators) to file a lawsuit on behalf of the government against the...
Top Mistakes Whistleblowers Make When Filing a Qui Tam Lawsuit
The False Claims Act (FCA) allows private citizens to file lawsuits on behalf of the government against entities and/or individuals who have defrauded the government in some way. These legal actions, referred to as “qui tam” lawsuits, are powerful tools to address fraudulent activities against the government, such...
What Is the False Claims Act? A Whistleblower’s Guide to Reporting Government Fraud
Reporting government fraud is incredibly important. The fraud concerns hard-working taxpayer dollars. Because government fraud is such a substantial issue, the False Claims Act was established as a way of providing a loophole for private citizens.
At Herman Law Group, our False Claims Act...
The Intersection of Healthcare Fraud and the False Claims Act: A Legal Overview
Healthcare compliance in the United States is incredibly important. Healthcare fraud results in billions of dollars in losses to the government from taxpayer dollars and can undermine the delivery of quality healthcare. If you suspect that your employer is committing healthcare fraud, your attorney can file a qui tam lawsuit under the...
What Is a Qui Tam Lawsuit Against an Employer?
A qui tam lawsuit is a legal action that lets someone report fraud against the federal government. This type of case falls under the federal False Claims Act. In a qui tam case, a private person files a lawsuit on the government’s behalf. This person is often a government worker who...
Navigating the Legal Landscape of the False Claims Act for Whistleblowers
Fraud against the federal government cost taxpayers between $233 billion and $521 billion per year between 2018 and 2022, according to a report by the Government Accountability Office. This fraud doesn’t just hurt taxpayers in their wallets, either, as it also undermines trust in the government and impacts...
5 Common Misconceptions About the False Claims Act
The False Claims Act (FCA) is a powerful tool in fighting fraud against the government, but there are many misconceptions about what it is and how it works. These misunderstandings often prevent people from stepping forward with valuable information. Here, we’ll take a closer look at the most common misconceptions surrounding...
How Employees Can Spot and Report False Claims Act Violations
Employees are often in the best position to identify when their company has committed fraud against the government. The False Claims Act empowers workers to report these violations and potentially receive a portion of any recovered funds. By knowing how to recognize and properly report these violations, you can protect both...