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Qui Tam Lawsuits

The False Claims Act (FCA) empowers individuals to become whistleblowers in exposing fraud against the government through qui tam lawsuits. This provision essentially allows private citizens, known as relators, to act on behalf of the U.S. government by filing suit when they possess evidence of wrongdoing. Qui tam lawsuits can target a broad spectrum of misconduct, encompassing everything from abuse of disaster relief loans to healthcare fraud schemes involving overbilling, kickbacks, or manipulating medical coding for higher reimbursements. If the lawsuit is successful in recovering funds for the government, the whistleblower can be rewarded a substantial share of the recovered amount. This financial incentive serves as a powerful motivator for individuals with firsthand knowledge of fraud to come forward and hold violators accountable. Ultimately, qui tam lawsuits are a valuable tool in the fight against fraud, safeguarding taxpayer dollars and promoting integrity within government programs.

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