INTRODUCTION TO WHISTLEBLOWING
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 attorney today, located conveniently in Brentwood, TN a suburb of Nashville. (855) 846–6529 or [email protected]. Read on as we answer seven of the most frequently asked questions about the False Claims Act. what is the false claims act?
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.
what is a Qui Tam Lawsuit?
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 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.
Can I get a whistleblower award?
To encourage whistleblowers to report fraud against the government, the FCA provides substantial financial incentives. 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 Do you need a lot of evidence?
You will need strong supporting evidence to file a qui tam lawsuit. The evidence you collect must clearly display the entity committing the fraud, the amount stolen, and any other relevant information pertaining to the crime at hand. Many whistleblowers have collected financial statements, emails, and memorandums, but others have taken an extra step and used a personal recording device to collect evidence. While this is not necessary in all cases, it is important to collect as much evidence as you can to ensure that your case can help expose the corruption. For more information on the type of information you need and how to obtain it, and your whistleblower protections in obtaining it, contact Nashville Whistleblower attorney Timothy L. Miles.
what arears of fraud or covered?
The False Claims Act covers a wide range of industries and sectors where fraud against the government may occur, including:
What are my remedies if I am retaliated against?
If an individual experiences retaliation for blowing the whistle, they can file a lawsuit against their employer, seeking various remedies to deter such actions. These remedies may include:
If I Decide to Blow the Whistle, How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Nashville Whistlblower Attorney?
It does not cost anything to hire a Nashville Whistleblower attorney if you are thinking of blowing the whistle. We take all cases on a contingency basis which means we do not get paid unless we win or settle your case. A Nashville Whistleblower attorney can explain the process and answer any questions you may have free of charge, so contact Nashville Whistleblower attorney Timothy L. Miles today for a free case evaluation.
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. Just complete the form below to get started or call (855) Tim-M-Law. Ask a Nashville whistleblower attorney, you could be entitled to a significant whistleblower award.
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