Texas Whistleblower Lawyer

Our firm has over 30 years of experience assisting whistleblowers from all over the world, including whistleblower cases stemming out of Texas.

Having participated in federal whistleblower law rulemaking, our team possesses intimate knowledge and unmatched expertise when it comes to representing whistleblowers who seek awards and justice.

Our practice areas encompass a wide range of federal and state law violations, including securities fraud, government contract fraud, tax evasion, anti-money laundering, and healthcare fraud (e.g., Medicaid and Medicare fraud) under the Texas False Claims Act.

Our attorneys have a wealth of experience handling claims under all major U.S. whistleblower laws, and adept at guiding clients through the intricacies of their respective award programs. Our precedent-setting whistleblower cases include:

• Bradley Birkenfeld: Bradley Birkenfeld, a former UBS banker, assisted wealthy American clients in establishing undisclosed Swiss bank accounts to evade US income taxes. His whistleblowing actions resulted in a $104 million award and a significant crackdown on offshore tax evasion.
• Howard Wilkinson: Former Dankse Bank manager Howard Wilkinson exposed a $230 billion money laundering scheme originating from Russia. The scheme involved transferring rubles out of Russia to Estonia, converting them into US dollars, and then moving the funds to New York with the assistance of three correspondent banks: Bank of America, J.P. Morgan, and Deutsche Bank.
• Alex Chepurko: Alex Cherpuko, a former employee of a New Jersey-based green energy company, exposed a $100 million fraud scheme. His whistleblowing actions, utilizing the False Claims Act, Dodd-Frank Act, and IRS whistleblower laws simultaneously, resulted in a $69.6 million judgment in his favor, making him a pioneering figure in multi-pronged whistleblower litigation.

There is no case we can’t handle. If you know of fraud against the Texas state or federal government, or violations of federal laws, schedule a free and confidential consultation with our whistleblower attorneys today.

Our team boasts distinguished legal expertise, including former SEC Commissioner Allison Herren Lee, former SEC Senior Counsel Andrew Feller, and world-renowned whistleblower attorney Stephen M. Kohn, who has secured landmark victories in high-profile cases, such as the ones listed above.

While headquartered in Washington, D.C., we represent whistleblowers from all over the world, including those working or residing in Texas. Our firm specializes in cases involving the following key whistleblower laws:

State Laws

Texas False Claims Act
Texas has the Medicaid Fraud Prevention Law which covers frauds under the state’s Medicaid Act. A healthcare fraud whistleblower may receive an award between 15 to 25 percent of the collections in cases where the state intervenes and 25 to 30 percent in cases where there is no state intervention. Texas also has a separate provision that allows whistleblowers who report Medicaid fraud or abuse that successfully leads to an administrative penalty to receive up to 5 percent of the funds recovered in a successful case.

Federal Whistleblower Laws

Government Contract Fraud
False Claims Act & Qui Tam

The False Claims Act, often referred to as “Lincoln’s Law,” empowers private citizens to act as whistleblowers against individuals or entities defrauding the U.S. government. This powerful legislation allows whistleblowers, known as “relators,” to file qui tam lawsuits on behalf of the government to recover damages and penalties for fraud committed against federal programs.

Under the False Claims Act’s qui tam provisions, successful whistleblowers can receive substantial rewards, typically between 15% and 30% of the total amount recovered by the government. This significant incentive encourages individuals with knowledge of government fraud to come forward and assist in combating this serious crime.

Securities Fraud
SEC Whistleblower Program

The SEC Whistleblower Program incentivizes individuals to report potential securities law violations to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). 

Eligible whistleblowers who provide original, high-quality information that leads to successful SEC enforcement actions resulting in monetary sanctions exceeding $1 million may receive an award of between 10% and 30% of the money collected. The program also offers strong confidentiality and anti-retaliation protections for whistleblowers.

The SEC Whistleblower Office administers the program, ensuring that whistleblowers are treated fairly and that their information is handled confidentially. The program has been highly successful, with numerous individuals receiving substantial awards for their assistance in bringing wrongdoers to justice.

Commodities Fraud
CFTC Whistleblower Program

The CFTC Whistleblower Program encourages individuals to report potential violations of the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA) to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This program offers significant rewards to whistleblowers who provide crucial information that leads to successful enforcement actions by the CFTC.

Whistleblowers who provide original and substantial information that results in monetary sanctions exceeding $1 million may be eligible for a substantial reward, ranging from 10% to 30% of the total amount collected. This program aims to incentivize individuals to come forward with critical information about potential wrongdoing in the commodities markets.

Tax Evasion
IRS Whistleblower Program

The IRS Whistleblower Program encourages individuals to report credible information about significant tax fraud or other major tax violations. This program incentivizes individuals to assist the IRS in identifying and pursuing those who deliberately evade their tax obligations, ensuring a level playing field for all taxpayers.

Whistleblowers who provide original and substantial information that leads to successful IRS enforcement actions resulting in the collection of more than $2 million in taxes, penalties, and interest may be eligible for a substantial reward. These rewards typically range from 15% to 30% of the total amount collected, providing a significant incentive for individuals to come forward with critical information.

AML & Sanctions Violations
FinCEN Whistleblower Program

The FinCEN Whistleblower Program awards individuals who provide critical information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) about serious financial crimes. This program empowers individuals to play a vital role in combating money laundering, terrorist financing, and other illicit financial activities that threaten the integrity of the U.S. financial system.

Whistleblowers who provide original and substantial information that leads to successful enforcement actions resulting in monetary penalties exceeding $1 million may be eligible for a substantial reward, typically ranging from 10% to 30% of the total penalties collected. This significant incentive encourages individuals with knowledge of financial crimes to come forward and assist law enforcement agencies in their investigations.

If you’re a whistleblower who has information about potential fraud against Texas state Medicaid programs or any other violation of federal whistleblower laws, get in touch with our firm for a free and confidential consultation. We’re here to help you expose fraud, misconduct, or abuse, and apply for awards for holding criminals accountable.