Contact Nashville Whistleblower Attorney Timothy L. Milles Today if You Are Thinking of Blowing the Whistle
introduction Call Nashville whistleblower attorney Timothy L. Miles who can guide you through the whistleblower process
A whistleblower is anyone who has and reports insider knowledge of illegal activities occurring in an organization. A whistleblower can be an employee, supplier, contractor, client, or any individual who becomes aware of illegal business activities. If you have knowledge of a person or company attempting to defraud the federal government, and you come forward with this information, you could be receive a whistleblower award for your courage and blowing the whistle by filing a whistleblower lawsuit and do so with the knowledge you have strong whistleblower protections against whistleblower retaliation.
If you are thinking of blowing the whistle, contact Nashville whistleblower attorney and litigation attorney Timothy L. Miles, who has valuable experience and has received numerous awards, mostly due to his high ethical standards, and hard work ethic, including most recently being named an Avvo Rated Top Lawyer 2024 by AVVO, Top 25 Class action lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association (2023-present), a Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers Association (2017-present) and has maintained an AV rating from Martindale-Hubble since 2014 (2014-present), was named a 2023 Top Rated Litigator (2019-present) and 2023 Top Rated Lawyer (2019-present) and 2023 Elite Lawyer of the South by Martindale-Hubble (2019-present), and was a recipient of the Avvo Client’s Choice Award in 2021, in 2022 was featured in the Top 100 Lawyers Magazine (2022) and received the Lifetime Achievement Award by Premier Lawyers of America (2019–2021). Contact a Nashville whistleblower lawyer today, located conveniently in Brentwood, TN a suburb of Nashville. (855) 846–6529 or [email protected]. THE FALSE CLAIMS ACT: A POWERFUL TOOL FOR WHISTLEBLOWERS
The False Claims Act (FCA), also known as the Lincoln Law, is a powerful legal instrument that empowers private citizens to take action against individuals or entities that defraud the federal government. This Act imposes liability on those who seek to procure unwarranted funds from government programs through fraudulent means.
Filing a Qui Tam Lawsuit If you are thinking of blowing the whistle, call Nashville whistleblower attorney Timothy L. Miles
The FCA allows private citizens, known as "relators," to file a qui tam lawsuit on behalf of the government in a federal district court. These whistleblower lawsuits are initially filed under seal, meaning they remain confidential while the Department of Justice and other relevant agencies investigate the allegations.
Once the investigation is complete, the case may be unsealed, and the relator's identity can become public. However, during the initial stages, the relator's anonymity is protected, allowing them to come forward without fear of retaliation. Whistleblower Awards and Incentives
To encourage whistleblowers to report fraud against the government, the FCA provides substantial financial incentives in the form of whistleblower award. If the government recovers funds based on the information provided by the whistleblower, the relator is entitled to a share of the recovery, typically ranging from 15% to 30% of the total amount.
This incentive system not only rewards whistleblowers for their courage and sacrifices but also serves as a powerful deterrent against corporate fraud and misconduct. By offering a substantial share of the recovery via a whistleblower award, the FCA incentivizes individuals with insider knowledge to come forward and expose wrongdoing Areas of Fraud Covered by the False Claims Act
The False Claims Act covers a wide range of industries and sectors where fraud against the government may occur, including:
frequently asked questionsWhat is the False Claims Act? If you are thinking of blowing the whistle, call Nashville whistleblower attorney Timothy L. Miles today
The False Claims Act (FCA) stands as the first whistleblower law in America and ranks among the most robust whistleblower laws in the United States. President Abraham Lincoln initially signed it into law during the Civil War in 1863. At that time, it had become evident that numerous suppliers were supplying subpar goods and services to the troops. To combat this issue, the FCA was enacted to target fraud in government contracts and against the government. Since its enactment, the False Claims Act has undergone various revisions and gained increasing potency. However, one aspect has remained constant since its inception: the qui tam, or whistleblower, provision. This crucial provision allows any individual or non-governmental organization to bring forth a lawsuit, in U.S. District Courts, on behalf of the United States government.
Under this provision, whistleblowers have the opportunity to receive rewards for confidentially exposing fraud that leads to financial losses for the federal government. If their original information leads to a successful prosecution, whistleblowers are entitled to receive a mandatory reward ranging from 15% to 30% of the recovered funds. These rewards often amount to a substantial sum. What is “First to File?”
The language found in the False Claims Act states, in part, that only the Government has the authority to intervene or initiate a related action based on the underlying facts of an ongoing case. This provision is commonly referred to as the "first to file" rule. Essentially, it means that the individual or entity who files a claim first is the only one entitled to seek compensation. Any future accusations that contain the same facts already disclosed in another whistleblower claim or prior qui tam case will be barred. The purpose of the "first to file" provision is twofold: (1) to encourage whistleblowers to promptly report their concerns to the government, and (2) to discourage additional lawsuits that either involve the same type of fraud or would not result in a separate and distinct recovery.
What actions are considered violations under the False Claims Act?
Some actions that can be considered violations of the False Claims Act include:
Where should a qui tam action be filed?
In order to initiate a qui tam lawsuit, it is necessary to file the case confidentially and under seal in a federal district court, in accordance with the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Along with the complaint, a written disclosure statement containing all significant evidence and information in the possession of the plaintiff must also be confidentially served on both the U.S Attorney General and the U.S. Attorney for the relevant district. Under theFalse Claims Act, any action taken must be filed in camera and under seal. It is crucial to maintain the confidentiality of the complaint and its contents until the seal is lifted. The defendant is not served with the complaint. If the plaintiff breaches the terms of the seal, their complaint may be dismissed.
IF YOU ARE THINKING OF BLOWING THE WHISTLE, CONTACT NASHVILLE WHISTLEBLOWER ATTORNEY TIMOTHY L. MILES TODAY
If you have knowledge of fraud against or by the federal government, contact Nashville whistleblower attorney Timothy L. Miles who can guide you through the whistleblower process and explain your whistleblower protections. The consultation is free and confidential. (855) 846–6529 or email: [email protected]. Ask a Whistleblower attorney in Nashville, you could be entitled to a significant whistleblower award.
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NASHVILLE WHISTLEBLOWER ATTORNEY
TIMOTHY L. MILES, ESQ. The Law Offices of Timothy L. Miles Tapestry at Brentwood Town Center 300 Centerview Dr., #247 Brentwood, TN 37027 Phone: (855) 846–6529 Email: [email protected] NASHVILLE WHISTLEBLOWER ATTORNEY TIMOTHY L. MILES Nashville attorney Timothy L. Miles is a nationally recognized shareholder rights attorney raised in Nashville, Tennessee. Mr. Miles has dedicated his career to representing shareholders, employees, and consumers in complex class-action litigation. Whether serving as lead, co-lead, or liaison counsel, Mr. Miles has helped recover hundreds of millions of dollars for defrauded investors, shaped precedent-setting decisions, and delivered real corporate governance reforms. Judges and peers have repeatedly recognized Mr. Miles’ relentless advocacy for the underdog, as well as his unbendable ethical standards. Mr. Miles was recently selected by Martindale-Hubbell® and ALM as a 2022 Top Ranked Lawyer, 2022 Top Rated Litigator. and a 2022 Elite Lawyer of the South. Mr. Miles also maintains the AV Preeminent Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®, their highest rating for both legal ability and ethics. Mr. Miles is a member of the prestigious Top 100 Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers: The National Trial Lawyers Association,Class Action: Class Action: Top National Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association (2023), a superb rated attorney by Avvo, a recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award by Premier Lawyers of America (2019) and recognized as a Distinguished Lawyer, Recognizing Excellence in Securities Law, by Lawyers of Distinction (2019); a Top Rated Litigator by Martindale-Hubbell® and ALM (2019-2022); America’s Most Honored Lawyers 2020 – Top 1% by America’s Most Honored (2020-2022). Mr. Miles has published over sixty articles on various issues of the law, including class actions, whistleblower cases, products liability, civil procedure, derivative actions, corporate takeover litigation, corporate formation, mass torts, dangerous drugs, and more. Please visit our website or call for free anytime. Comments are closed.
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