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Fraud against federal programs

Monday, November 2, 2009 by Jonathan K. Tycko

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If you have evidence of fraud against federal programs or contracts, you can retain the services of a qui tam law firm to sue the wrongdoer on behalf of the United States Government. Tycko & Zavareei LLP provides qui tam litigation services from its offices in Washington, DC.

To begin the process of filing a qui tam lawsuit, Tycko & Zavareei LLP assists in helping you assemble all pertinent documents and evidence. Your qui tam lawyers will ensure strict adherence to all of the procedures required for a successful filing.

Under the False Claims Act, which is the federal law that allows the filing the qui tam lawsuits, an action must be filed within the later of the following two time periods:

  • Six years from the date of the violation of the act
  • Three years after the government knows or should have known about the violation, but in no event longer than ten years after the violation of the act

Your qui tam attorney will handle your case through all stages of the proceedings and educate you fully about your rights under Section 3730(h) of the False Claims Act, which is the provision that protects whistleblower from retaliation by their employers.

If you have been retaliated against in violation of the False Claims Act, you may be entitled to various forms of relief including:

  • Reinstatement
  • Double back pay
  • Compensation for any special damages including litigation costs and reasonable attorneys' fees

Many states have qui tam laws as well, which prohibit fraud against state government programs. Attorneys at Tycko & Zavareei LLP can assist you in bringing claims under these state laws as well. Many of these laws permit whistleblowers to recover a reward, just like the federal False Claims Act.

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2000 L Street, N.W. Suite 808
Washington, D.C. 20036
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Posted at 14:12 PM
Topic: Libel, Slander and Defamation
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