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False Claims Act

Monday, November 16, 2009 by Jonathan K. Tycko

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Whistleblower cases are complex. The Washington, DC-based law firm of Tycko & Zavareei LLP boasts a wealth of experience and whistleblower attorneys providing legal counsel to individuals who wish to file suit under the False Claims Act, or similar state laws. Within the United States, the False Claims Act provides very strong protection for whistleblowers.  But the procedures for bringing a qui tam lawsuit under the False Claims Act are complicated, and need to be strictly followed.  Having an experienced law firm on your side is important to success. 

Whistleblower cases filed under the False Claims Act can include the following violations:

  • Knowingly presenting false claims for payment from the federal government
  • Conspiring with others or using false records to receive such payment
  • Knowingly using false records or statements to conceal, avoid, or decrease an obligation to pay money or transmit property to the federal government

Whistleblower attorneys at Tycko & Zavareei LLP assist you during every step of your whistleblower case. You’ll meet with a team of lawyers who will ensure that all necessary procedures are followed in filing whistleblower actions. Strict adherence to those procedures can impact whether the claim is successful.

By procuring the representation of a proficient firm, such as Tycko & Zavareei LLP, whistleblowers may find themselves able to receive between 15 and 30 percent of the total recovery from the defendant, whether through a favorable judgment or settlement. Whistleblower cases can result in wrongdoers being held liable for three times the dollar amount that the government is defrauded. Additional civil penalties of $5,000 to $10,000 for each false claim may also be assessed.

Tycko & Zavareei LLP
2000 L Street, N.W. Suite 808 Washington, D.C. 20036
Tel: (888) 782-6214 Fax: (202) 973-0950

 
Posted at 10:16 AM
Topic: Libel, Slander and Defamation
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