When You Can't Just Stand By and Watch
Is a government contractor — possibly your employer — committing a fraud against the taxpayers? Is your company defrauding its clients and/or other companies? Are you fed up with watching this happen? Do you want to do something about it?
Under the federal False Claims Act (FCA) and other related laws, private individuals can sue federal government contractors on behalf of the United States. These individuals are called relators or "whistleblowers."
If you believe you have a legitimate whistleblower claim, contact us at Beckmann Law Offices, in Lincoln, Nebraska, to schedule a free initial consultation about what you can do under the FCA.
A Law To Protect and Encourage Whistleblowers
The FCA includes several provisions that encourage the reporting of fraud.
Your employer is forbidden from retaliating against you for making allegations that would support a whistleblower lawsuit. If you are the victim of retaliation, you can sue for reinstatement and/or damages, even if you never sue for the alleged false claim or your allegations are not proven.
Individuals who file FCA suits are also entitled to a portion of any amount returned to the taxpayers as a result of a successful suit. This amount can vary based on the characteristics of your individual case.
Helping You Stand Up for Taxpayers
These days, a great deal of government-funded business is carried out by private contractors. From medical care to military procurement, there are many opportunities for private companies to provide goods and services to the federal government.
Unfortunately, some contractors take advantage of the complexity of the process to submit false claims for payment, falsify their budgets in order to hide money that is being embezzled, produce faulty parts, provide substandard care, or otherwise defraud the taxpayers.
The FCA enlists private citizens in the fight against fraud. If you file a FCA lawsuit, also known as a qui tam action, you and your attorney are representing the people of the United States, whether or not the U.S. Department of Justice joins you in doing so.
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Whistleblower suits are complex and should be brought with the help of an experienced lawyer. Contact us to get a skilled evaluation of your claim.
