WikiClaimLeaks
WikiClaimLeaks: "'WikiClaimLeaks may very well be the end of Insurance Bad Faith – Because insurance company employees will no longer tolerate it.'"
WikiClaimLeaks
WikiClaimLeaks: "WikiClaimLeaks is a not-for-profit media consortium committed to publicizing unfair claim settlement practices by insurance carriers and their vendors. WikiClaimLeaks provides employees of both insurance companies and their vendors with a secure, safe and anonymous way for them to convey the proof of their employer’s illegitimate practices to our journalists. Armed with the information that you provide to us, our journalists can assemble a clear presentation of the news story that the public can easily understand and act upon."
WikiClaimLeaks
WikiClaimLeaks: "WikiClaimLeaks accepts and reports on information about Bad Faith, Deceptive Trade Practices and the abuse of the uneven bargaining power insurers hold over American consumers. We at WikiClaimLeaks never solicit this information directly, but we will accept it if you send it to us. “You may leak with confidence”. WikiClaimLeaks frequently receives actionable information from “True American Heroes” who are unwilling to continue playing the “Corporate Games”. It is our sincere hope that if you have witnessed harm done to your fellow Americans that you will not sit idly by when you too could be a hero! If you need to contact WikiClaimLeaks for any reason you can do it here Contact WikiClaimLeaks!"
WikiClaimLeaks
WikiClaimLeaks: "WikiClaimLeaks is a non-profit media entity. The primary ambition of WikiClaimLeaks is to report on the misdeeds of insurance companies and the vendors that support them. We are concerned with all matters of insurance ranging from property insurance to health insurance and all other insurance types in between. "
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Angela Russell (STATEFARMSUCKS4) on Twitter
Angela Russell (STATEFARMSUCKS4) on Twitter: "State Farm Employees & Adjusters: What is WikiClaimLeaks? http://wikiclaimleaks.com/wikiclaimleaks_about.php"
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REPORT STATE FARM INSURANCE FOR ILLEGAL ACTS & POLICY
REPORT STATE FARM INSURANCE FOR ILLEGAL ACTS & POLICY:
http://www.badfaithinsurance.org/whistleblowers.html
http://www.badfaithinsurance.org/whistleblowers.html
Reader Comments - State Farm Says Employees Targets of Katrina Criminal Probe
Reader Comments - State Farm Says Employees Targets of Katrina Criminal Probe:
"Subject:
State Farm Employees Be Very Worried
Posted On: October 5, 2006, 4:18 pm CDT
Posted By: dothetime
Comment:
We all know the fish rots from the head, but in our society corrupted by the economically powerful, the corporations they run and the utterly corrupt, corrupting and corrupted Congress and Administration, only little people are blamed and punished (e.g. the Abu Gharib scandal, although they did manage to get rid of one of the only female generals in the Armed Forces in the process--just a coincidence).
People who did or did not compromise themselves, who did or did not follow company policy to the letter can and will be given up by the powerful to protect the powerful. Innocent or not innocent, the cost alone of our Rube Goldberg legal system will ruin many."
"Subject:
State Farm Employees Be Very Worried
Posted On: October 5, 2006, 4:18 pm CDT
Posted By: dothetime
Comment:
We all know the fish rots from the head, but in our society corrupted by the economically powerful, the corporations they run and the utterly corrupt, corrupting and corrupted Congress and Administration, only little people are blamed and punished (e.g. the Abu Gharib scandal, although they did manage to get rid of one of the only female generals in the Armed Forces in the process--just a coincidence).
People who did or did not compromise themselves, who did or did not follow company policy to the letter can and will be given up by the powerful to protect the powerful. Innocent or not innocent, the cost alone of our Rube Goldberg legal system will ruin many."
Reader Comments - State Farm Says Employees Targets of Katrina Criminal Probe
Reader Comments - State Farm Says Employees Targets of Katrina Criminal Probe: "To protect yourself, Document, Document and Document what you did and were asked to do (corporations routinely destroy and 'can't find' evidence in law suits; small storage devices can get a lot of documents out of the workplace discretely in most cases) and consider Whistle Blower status and protections if it looks like you are being set up.
As for always doing the right thing, whatever you did can be made to appear the opposite by people with the right levers on the right information and power.
Trust no one....
Pleasant dreams... And while dreaming, consider the political events of the last few decades and how your acquiescence to the corruption step by step has led to your being in such a chaotic and unpredictable position....time to wake up and take action."
As for always doing the right thing, whatever you did can be made to appear the opposite by people with the right levers on the right information and power.
Trust no one....
Pleasant dreams... And while dreaming, consider the political events of the last few decades and how your acquiescence to the corruption step by step has led to your being in such a chaotic and unpredictable position....time to wake up and take action."
REPORT STATE FARM INSURANCE FOR ILLEGAL ACTS & POLICY
REPORT STATE FARM INSURANCE FOR ILLEGAL ACTS & POLICY:
http://www.badfaithinsurance.org/whistleblowers.html
http://www.badfaithinsurance.org/whistleblowers.html
Corporate Whistleblower
Corporate Whistleblower: "Corporate Whistleblower
A corporate whistleblower is an individual who has the courage to speak up about illegal business conduct at his or her company. The term may be distinguished from, say, a government whistleblower, but the principal is the same — someone observes conduct that is in violation of laws or regulations, and then 'blows the whistle' to alert the proper authorities."
A corporate whistleblower is an individual who has the courage to speak up about illegal business conduct at his or her company. The term may be distinguished from, say, a government whistleblower, but the principal is the same — someone observes conduct that is in violation of laws or regulations, and then 'blows the whistle' to alert the proper authorities."
Corporate Whistleblower
Corporate Whistleblower: "The term 'blowing the whistle' harks back to the days when English bobbies (police officers) carried whistles to use when they observed a crime in progress. Corporations, in their pursuit of profits, may be particularly prone to abuses of the law. The 'diffusion of responsibility' that the corporate structure provides may also allow wrongdoing where it would otherwise not occur."
Corporate Whistleblower
Corporate Whistleblower: "The Role of Corporate Whistleblowers
Corporate whistleblowing has a long and storied history. The current forms of corporations in the U.S. have been around since before the turn of the 20th century, and modern corporate law provides very well-established statutes, rules and regulations that corporations must follow regarding their business practices. Corporate whistleblowers help keep corporations from acting unlawfully."
Corporate whistleblowing has a long and storied history. The current forms of corporations in the U.S. have been around since before the turn of the 20th century, and modern corporate law provides very well-established statutes, rules and regulations that corporations must follow regarding their business practices. Corporate whistleblowers help keep corporations from acting unlawfully."
Corporate Whistleblower
Corporate Whistleblower: "Famous Corporate Whistleblowers
Most Americans are familiar with a few famous whistleblowers, even if they can't give the name of the particular whistleblowers. Typical examples could be described as 'the guy who blew the whistle on the tobacco companies,' 'the woman who blew the whistle on the nuclear plant where she was working (and maybe got killed for doing so),' and 'the accountant who blew open the fraud at Enron.'
This recognition of corporate whistleblowers (Jeffrey Wigand, Karen Silkwood, and Sherron Watkins in the above examples) attests to the importance and admiration our society attaches to courageously telling the truth, especially when it puts the individual at risk of retaliation."
Most Americans are familiar with a few famous whistleblowers, even if they can't give the name of the particular whistleblowers. Typical examples could be described as 'the guy who blew the whistle on the tobacco companies,' 'the woman who blew the whistle on the nuclear plant where she was working (and maybe got killed for doing so),' and 'the accountant who blew open the fraud at Enron.'
This recognition of corporate whistleblowers (Jeffrey Wigand, Karen Silkwood, and Sherron Watkins in the above examples) attests to the importance and admiration our society attaches to courageously telling the truth, especially when it puts the individual at risk of retaliation."
Corporate Whistleblower
Corporate Whistleblower: "Blow the Whistle in a Corporate Company
If you're an employee of a corporation, whether a tiny, local concern or a global conglomerate, and you observe illegal business conduct, you can check for a corporate whistleblower hotline in your state, or go directly to a law firm that represents corporate whistleblowers. An experienced whistleblower attorney can make sure that your legal rights are protected before, during and after the process of coming forward with evidence that your employer has broken laws or regulations.
Corporate law and state/federal whistleblower statutes are complex, and many attorneys choose not to deal with this field of law. To speak with an attorney experienced in handling whistleblower cases, please contact us today."
If you're an employee of a corporation, whether a tiny, local concern or a global conglomerate, and you observe illegal business conduct, you can check for a corporate whistleblower hotline in your state, or go directly to a law firm that represents corporate whistleblowers. An experienced whistleblower attorney can make sure that your legal rights are protected before, during and after the process of coming forward with evidence that your employer has broken laws or regulations.
Corporate law and state/federal whistleblower statutes are complex, and many attorneys choose not to deal with this field of law. To speak with an attorney experienced in handling whistleblower cases, please contact us today."
Corporate Whistleblower Center @ AmericasWatchdog.com
Corporate Whistleblower Center @ AmericasWatchdog.com: "We seek information about corporations that intentionally cheat consumers, that pollute our environment, that take advantage of their shareholders, or all of us by fraud, by theft, by deceit, by greed and or by waste. If you have this type of information be a hero & contact us."
Corporate Whistleblower Center @ AmericasWatchdog.com
Corporate Whistleblower Center @ AmericasWatchdog.com: "IF YOU HAVE EVIDENCE OR PROOF OF ANY TYPE OF CORPORATE WRONG DOING BE A HERO & Blow the Whistle!"
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Pharmaceutical Qui Tam Lawsuit
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Pharmaceutical Qui Tam Lawsuit: "How it Works
If you are thinking of reporting fraud, it’s important for whistleblowers to step forward as quickly as possible. The first person to file a case under the False Claims Act for a particular fraud preempts all other cases. If the fraud is widespread, there is a good chance that other employees are witnessing it too. In addition, if information about the fraud becomes public before the case is filed, the case can be dismissed. It is also important to choose a law firm that is experienced in whistleblower (qui tam) lawsuits.
The relator (whistleblower) files the lawsuit in federal court 'under seal.” This means the case is not available to the public and cannot be discussed with anyone except the government officials investigating the case. The seal initially lasts for 60 days but are often extended for one or two years while the government investigates"
If you are thinking of reporting fraud, it’s important for whistleblowers to step forward as quickly as possible. The first person to file a case under the False Claims Act for a particular fraud preempts all other cases. If the fraud is widespread, there is a good chance that other employees are witnessing it too. In addition, if information about the fraud becomes public before the case is filed, the case can be dismissed. It is also important to choose a law firm that is experienced in whistleblower (qui tam) lawsuits.
The relator (whistleblower) files the lawsuit in federal court 'under seal.” This means the case is not available to the public and cannot be discussed with anyone except the government officials investigating the case. The seal initially lasts for 60 days but are often extended for one or two years while the government investigates"
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Pharmaceutical Qui Tam Lawsuit
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Pharmaceutical Qui Tam Lawsuit: "At the end of the sealed investigative period, the government decides whether to join, or intervene, in the qui tam lawsuit. If the government joins the case, the litigation is conducted jointly by the government and the whistleblower’s attorney, with the government as lead counsel. If the government declines to intervene, the relator may go forward with the lawsuit and assumes primary responsibility for running the case.
The law stipulates that a liable defendant pay three times the government’s losses plus a fine for each false claim. When settling a case, the government often agrees to forego the civil penalties and accepts two to three times the amount of damages suffered by the government. The defendant also must pay the fees and the case-related expenses of the whistleblower’s attorney."
The law stipulates that a liable defendant pay three times the government’s losses plus a fine for each false claim. When settling a case, the government often agrees to forego the civil penalties and accepts two to three times the amount of damages suffered by the government. The defendant also must pay the fees and the case-related expenses of the whistleblower’s attorney."
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Pharmaceutical Qui Tam Lawsuit
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Pharmaceutical Qui Tam Lawsuit: "Fees for Whistleblowers
The amount that the relator (whistleblower) can receive ranges from 15% to 30%, depending on whether the government intervenes in the case and the extent to which the relator substantially contributed to the prosecution of the action.
If the government intervenes in the action, a successful relator will receive between 15% and 25% of the amount recovered by the government. The exact percentage is usually negotiated with the government at the conclusion of a successful case and will depend on the relator’s substantial contribution to the litigation.
If the government does not intervene in the case and the relator continues the action to a successful outcome, the relator will be entitled to between 25% and 30% of the amount recovered for the government.
There are circumstances in which a relator may be entitled to receive less than 15% of the amount recovered by the government. If the relator’s suit is one that is found to be “based primarily on disclosures of specific information” relating to allegations or transactions from public sources (other lawsuits, government hearings or investigations, or news reports), the relator may be entitled to no more than 10% of the proceeds of the case."
The amount that the relator (whistleblower) can receive ranges from 15% to 30%, depending on whether the government intervenes in the case and the extent to which the relator substantially contributed to the prosecution of the action.
If the government intervenes in the action, a successful relator will receive between 15% and 25% of the amount recovered by the government. The exact percentage is usually negotiated with the government at the conclusion of a successful case and will depend on the relator’s substantial contribution to the litigation.
If the government does not intervene in the case and the relator continues the action to a successful outcome, the relator will be entitled to between 25% and 30% of the amount recovered for the government.
There are circumstances in which a relator may be entitled to receive less than 15% of the amount recovered by the government. If the relator’s suit is one that is found to be “based primarily on disclosures of specific information” relating to allegations or transactions from public sources (other lawsuits, government hearings or investigations, or news reports), the relator may be entitled to no more than 10% of the proceeds of the case."
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Qui Tam Lawsuit
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Qui Tam Lawsuit: "Legal Help & Free Case Evaluation
If you are thinking of coming forward and blowing the whistle on your employer or another company, please fill out the form on our Free Consultation page today! Our lawyers will evaluate your case confidentially and at no cost.
The information you submit will be kept EXTREMELY CONFIDENTIAL. We will not share your information with anyone."
If you are thinking of coming forward and blowing the whistle on your employer or another company, please fill out the form on our Free Consultation page today! Our lawyers will evaluate your case confidentially and at no cost.
The information you submit will be kept EXTREMELY CONFIDENTIAL. We will not share your information with anyone."
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Qui Tam Lawsuit
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Qui Tam Lawsuit: "Whistleblower Lawsuits
Each year, hundreds of Whistleblower lawsuits are filed and many are settled for millions of dollars. Whistleblower cases are designed to hold public entities accountable while protecting and compensating the victim(s) and/or the Whistleblower. The federal Fair Claims Act allows private citizens to sue on behalf of the government and get a portion of awards in cases where firms defraud the government. Typically, the Whistleblower receives a percentage of the lawsuit settlement funds."
Each year, hundreds of Whistleblower lawsuits are filed and many are settled for millions of dollars. Whistleblower cases are designed to hold public entities accountable while protecting and compensating the victim(s) and/or the Whistleblower. The federal Fair Claims Act allows private citizens to sue on behalf of the government and get a portion of awards in cases where firms defraud the government. Typically, the Whistleblower receives a percentage of the lawsuit settlement funds."
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Qui Tam Lawsuit
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Qui Tam Lawsuit: "If a Whistleblower is retaliated against, he or she has the right to sue for compensation. Whistleblower lawsuits have been filed against a wide variety of organizations. Military contractors, pharmaceutical companies, insurance companies and tobacco companies have all been ordered to pay substantial judgments to Whistleblowers. Recoveries in Whistleblower cases that were pursued by the Department of Justice totaled $1.39 billion in 2003. To date, Whistleblowers' rewards for bringing successful lawsuits total more than $2.5 billion. Our Whistleblower lawyers are dedicated to making sure that the individuals who risk so much to expose unscrupulous businesses and government agencies receive whatever compensation they are entitled to"
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Qui Tam Lawsuit
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Qui Tam Lawsuit: "Definition of a Whistleblower
A Whistleblower is an employee, former employee, or member of an organization, especially a business or government agency, who reports misconduct to people or entities that have the power and presumed willingness to take corrective action. Generally the misconduct is a violation of law, rule, regulation and/or a direct threat to public interest, such as fraud, health/safety violations, and corruption. Whistleblower complaints focus on conduct prohibited by a specific law and that may cause damage to public safety, waste tax dollars, or violate public trust in an honest, accountable government."
A Whistleblower is an employee, former employee, or member of an organization, especially a business or government agency, who reports misconduct to people or entities that have the power and presumed willingness to take corrective action. Generally the misconduct is a violation of law, rule, regulation and/or a direct threat to public interest, such as fraud, health/safety violations, and corruption. Whistleblower complaints focus on conduct prohibited by a specific law and that may cause damage to public safety, waste tax dollars, or violate public trust in an honest, accountable government."
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Qui Tam Lawsuit
Corporate Whistleblower Lawyer Qui Tam Lawsuit: "Whistleblowers Compensation and Legal Protection
The Whistleblower lawyers at our firm have helped hundreds of people in their quest to reveal illegal acts committed by businesses and government entities. Whistleblowers preserve the public welfare by making sure that companies and government entities engage in honest practices, enact responsible policies, and are held accountable for wrongdoing. Unfortunately, Whistleblowers often face retribution for revealing the dishonest dealings of businesses and government officials. Our Whistleblower lawyers can provide protection from retaliation, and help Whistleblowers receive compensation for the huge risks they take. It is important that anyone with knowledge of illegal acts committed by a business or government entity consult a qualified Whistleblower lawyer like those at our firm in order to protect their rights."
The Whistleblower lawyers at our firm have helped hundreds of people in their quest to reveal illegal acts committed by businesses and government entities. Whistleblowers preserve the public welfare by making sure that companies and government entities engage in honest practices, enact responsible policies, and are held accountable for wrongdoing. Unfortunately, Whistleblowers often face retribution for revealing the dishonest dealings of businesses and government officials. Our Whistleblower lawyers can provide protection from retaliation, and help Whistleblowers receive compensation for the huge risks they take. It is important that anyone with knowledge of illegal acts committed by a business or government entity consult a qualified Whistleblower lawyer like those at our firm in order to protect their rights."
Whistleblower - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Whistleblower - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "Whistleblower
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For the 2010 film, see The Whistleblower.
A whistleblower is a person who raises a concern about wrongdoing occurring in an organization or body of people. Usually this person would be from that same organization. The revealed misconduct may be classified in many ways; for example, a violation of a law, rule, regulation and/or a direct threat to public interest, such as fraud, health/safety violations, and corruption. Whistleblowers may make their allegations internally (for example, to other people within the accused organization) or externally (to regulators, law enforcement agencies, to the media or to groups concerned with the issues)."
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
For the 2010 film, see The Whistleblower.
A whistleblower is a person who raises a concern about wrongdoing occurring in an organization or body of people. Usually this person would be from that same organization. The revealed misconduct may be classified in many ways; for example, a violation of a law, rule, regulation and/or a direct threat to public interest, such as fraud, health/safety violations, and corruption. Whistleblowers may make their allegations internally (for example, to other people within the accused organization) or externally (to regulators, law enforcement agencies, to the media or to groups concerned with the issues)."
Whistleblower - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Whistleblower - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "Origins of term
The term whistleblower derives from the practice of English police officers, who would blow their whistles when they noticed the commission of a crime. The whistle would alert other law enforcement officers and the general public of danger.[1]"
The term whistleblower derives from the practice of English police officers, who would blow their whistles when they noticed the commission of a crime. The whistle would alert other law enforcement officers and the general public of danger.[1]"
Whistleblower - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Whistleblower - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "Definition
Most whistleblowers are internal whistleblowers, who report misconduct on a fellow employee or superior within their company. One of the most interesting questions with respect to internal whistleblowers is why and under what circumstances people will either act on the spot to stop illegal and otherwise unacceptable behavior or report it.[2] There is some reason to believe that people are more likely to take action with respect to unacceptable behavior, within an organization, if there are complaint systems that offer not just options dictated by the planning and control organization, but a choice of options for individuals, including an option that offers near absolute confidentiality.[3]"
Most whistleblowers are internal whistleblowers, who report misconduct on a fellow employee or superior within their company. One of the most interesting questions with respect to internal whistleblowers is why and under what circumstances people will either act on the spot to stop illegal and otherwise unacceptable behavior or report it.[2] There is some reason to believe that people are more likely to take action with respect to unacceptable behavior, within an organization, if there are complaint systems that offer not just options dictated by the planning and control organization, but a choice of options for individuals, including an option that offers near absolute confidentiality.[3]"
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "Qui tam
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
In common law, a writ of qui tam is a writ whereby a private individual who assists a prosecution can receive all or part of any penalty imposed. Its name is an abbreviation of the Latin phrase qui tam pro domino rege quam pro se ipso in hac parte sequitur, meaning '[he] who sues in this matter for the king as [well as] for himself.' A more literal translation would be 'who as much for our lord the king as for he himself in this action pursues' or 'follows.'"
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
In common law, a writ of qui tam is a writ whereby a private individual who assists a prosecution can receive all or part of any penalty imposed. Its name is an abbreviation of the Latin phrase qui tam pro domino rege quam pro se ipso in hac parte sequitur, meaning '[he] who sues in this matter for the king as [well as] for himself.' A more literal translation would be 'who as much for our lord the king as for he himself in this action pursues' or 'follows.'"
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "The writ fell into disuse in England and Wales following the Common Informers Act 1951 but, as of 2010, remains current in the United States under the False Claims Act, 31 U.S.C.3729 et seq., which allows for a private individual, or 'whistleblower,' with knowledge of past or present fraud committed against the federal government to bring suit on its behalf. This provision allows a private person, known as a 'relator,' to bring a lawsuit on behalf of the United States, where the private detective or other person has information that the named defendant has knowingly submitted or caused the submission of false or fraudulent claims to the United States. The relator need not have been personally harmed by the defendant's conduct; instead, the relator is recognized as receiving legal standing to sue by way of a 'partial assignment' of the injury to the government caused by the alleged fraud.[1] The information must not be public knowledge, unless the relator qualifies as an 'original source.'[2] There are also qui tam provisions in 35 U.S.C.���292 regarding false marking, 18 U.S.C.���962 arming vessels against friendly nations, 25 U.S.C.���201 violating Indian protection laws, and 46a U.S.C. 723 regarding the removal of undersea treasure from the Florida coast to foreign nations."
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "False Claims Act
Main article: False Claims Act
The False Claims Act (31 U.S.C.3729–3733, also called the 'Lincoln Law') is an American federal law which allows people who are not affiliated with the government to file actions against federal contractors claiming fraud against the government. The act of filing such actions is informally called 'whistleblowing.' Persons filing under the Act stand to receive a portion (usually about 15-25 percent) of any recovered damages. The Act provides a legal tool to counteract fraudulent billings turned in to the Federal Government. Claims under the law have been filed by persons with insider knowledge of false claims which have typically involved health care, military, or other government spending programs."
Main article: False Claims Act
The False Claims Act (31 U.S.C.3729–3733, also called the 'Lincoln Law') is an American federal law which allows people who are not affiliated with the government to file actions against federal contractors claiming fraud against the government. The act of filing such actions is informally called 'whistleblowing.' Persons filing under the Act stand to receive a portion (usually about 15-25 percent) of any recovered damages. The Act provides a legal tool to counteract fraudulent billings turned in to the Federal Government. Claims under the law have been filed by persons with insider knowledge of false claims which have typically involved health care, military, or other government spending programs."
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "The American Civil War (1861–1865) was marked by fraud on all levels in the Union north and the Confederate south. Some say the False Claims Act came about because of bad mules. During the Civil War, unscrupulous early day defense contractors sold the Union Army decrepit horses and mules in ill health, faulty rifles and ammunition, and rancid rations and provisions among other unscrupulous actions.[3] The False Claims Act, passed by Congress on March 2, 1863, was an effort by the USA to respond to entrenched fraud where the official Justice Department was reticent to prosecute fraud cases. Importantly, a reward was offered in what is called the 'qui tam' provision, which permits citizens to sue on behalf of the government and be paid a percentage of the recovery.
The False Claims Act provides incentive to relators by granting them between 15% and 25% of any award or settlement amount. In addition, the statute provides an award of the relator's attorney's fees, making qui tam actions a popular topic for the plaintiff's bar. An individual bringing suit pro se, that is, without the representation of a lawyer, may not bring a qui tam action under the False Claims Act. See, for example, United States ex Rel. Lu v. Ou, 368 F.3d 773 (7th Cir. 2004)."
The False Claims Act provides incentive to relators by granting them between 15% and 25% of any award or settlement amount. In addition, the statute provides an award of the relator's attorney's fees, making qui tam actions a popular topic for the plaintiff's bar. An individual bringing suit pro se, that is, without the representation of a lawyer, may not bring a qui tam action under the False Claims Act. See, for example, United States ex Rel. Lu v. Ou, 368 F.3d 773 (7th Cir. 2004)."
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "Once a relator brings suit on behalf of the government, the Department of Justice, in conjunction with a U.S. Attorney for the district in which the suit was filed, have the option to intervene in the suit. If the government does intervene, it will notify the company or person being sued that a claim has been filed. Qui tam actions are filed under seal, which has to be partially lifted by the court to allow this type of disclosure. The seal prohibits the defendant from disclosing even the mere existence of the case to anyone, including its shareholders, a fact which may cause conflicts with the defendant's obligation under Securities & Exchange Commission or stock exchange regulations that require it to disclose lawsuits that could materially affect stock prices. The government may subsequently, without disclosing the identity of the plaintiff or any of the facts, begin taking discovery from the defendant.
If the government does not decide to participate in a qui tam action, the relator may proceed alone without the Department of Justice, though such cases historically have a much lower success rate. Relators who do prevail in such cases will get a higher relator's share, about 25% to 30%. It is conventionally thought that the government chooses legal matters it would prosecute because the government would only want to get involved in what it believes are winning cases.[citation needed]"
If the government does not decide to participate in a qui tam action, the relator may proceed alone without the Department of Justice, though such cases historically have a much lower success rate. Relators who do prevail in such cases will get a higher relator's share, about 25% to 30%. It is conventionally thought that the government chooses legal matters it would prosecute because the government would only want to get involved in what it believes are winning cases.[citation needed]"
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "History
Qui tam actions were first used in 13th century England as a way to enforce the King's laws. They existed in the United States in colonial times, and were embraced by the first U.S. Congress as a way to enforce the laws when the new federal government had virtually no law enforcement officers.[4] The False Claims Act was passed in 1863 during the U.S. Civil War, but was substantially weakened in 1943 during World War II while the government rushed to sign large military procurement contracts. It was strengthened again in 1986 after a period of military expansion at a time when there were many stories of defense contractor price gouging.[4]
The practice fell into disrepute in England in the 19th century by which time it was principally used to enforce laws related to Christian Sunday observance. It was brought to an effective end by the Common Informers Act 1951 but, in 2007, there were proposals to introduce legal provision on the U.S. model back to the United Kingdom.[5]"
Qui tam actions were first used in 13th century England as a way to enforce the King's laws. They existed in the United States in colonial times, and were embraced by the first U.S. Congress as a way to enforce the laws when the new federal government had virtually no law enforcement officers.[4] The False Claims Act was passed in 1863 during the U.S. Civil War, but was substantially weakened in 1943 during World War II while the government rushed to sign large military procurement contracts. It was strengthened again in 1986 after a period of military expansion at a time when there were many stories of defense contractor price gouging.[4]
The practice fell into disrepute in England in the 19th century by which time it was principally used to enforce laws related to Christian Sunday observance. It was brought to an effective end by the Common Informers Act 1951 but, in 2007, there were proposals to introduce legal provision on the U.S. model back to the United Kingdom.[5]"
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "Whistleblowers
“Whistleblower” can mean any person who reveals misconduct by his or her employer or another business or entity. The misconduct may be in the form of breaking the law, committing fraud, or corruption. That type of fraud can be a violation of the False Claims Act, or similar state and local laws. And a whistleblower who exposes fraud on the government can bring a qui tam lawsuit on behalf of the government, and can receive a share of the recovery as his or her reward.
In order for a whistleblower (also known as a 'relator' in the context of the FCA) to bring a qui tam action that is based upon publicly-disclosed information, that person must legally qualify as an 'original source.' See Rockwell International Corp. v. United States."
“Whistleblower” can mean any person who reveals misconduct by his or her employer or another business or entity. The misconduct may be in the form of breaking the law, committing fraud, or corruption. That type of fraud can be a violation of the False Claims Act, or similar state and local laws. And a whistleblower who exposes fraud on the government can bring a qui tam lawsuit on behalf of the government, and can receive a share of the recovery as his or her reward.
In order for a whistleblower (also known as a 'relator' in the context of the FCA) to bring a qui tam action that is based upon publicly-disclosed information, that person must legally qualify as an 'original source.' See Rockwell International Corp. v. United States."
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "In September 2009, a former Pfizer Inc. sales representative, John Kopchinski, was awarded $51.5 million for his role as a whistleblower in the investigation of Pfizer's marketing practices of Bextra. Pfizer pled guilty to various civil and criminal charges and paid in total $2.3 billion to the government. The case netted the largest criminal fine ever imposed in the United States for any matter, $1.195 billion,[6] and the largest civil fraud settlement against any pharmaceutical company. [7] Qui tam 'relators' are not eligible to receive shares of criminal fines. The $102 million that was distributed between the six whistleblowers was calculated from the fines paid in the civil settlement. Kopchinski's allegations were the basis for the majority Pfizer's assessed civil fine, and explains the size of his share relative to the other whistleblowers.[8] Kopchinski and his attorneys filed the False Claims Act complaint in 2004 and alleged Pfizer systemically violated the federal Anti-Kickback statute, 42 U.S.C. � 1320a-7b(b) and the off-label marketing provision within the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act ('FDCA'), 21 U.S.C. ��301-97. [9] The qui tam provisions of the False Claims Act were triggered by the reimbursement for Bextra through Federal and State government programs, including but not limited to Medicare and Medicaid."
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Qui tam - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "A hospital group based in McAllen, Texas, has agreed to pay the United States $27.5 million to settle claims that it violated the False Claims Act, the Anti-Kickback Statute and the Stark Statute between 1999 and 2006, by paying illegal compensation to doctors in order to induce them to refer patients to hospitals within the group, the Justice Department announced today. McAllen Hospitals L.P., d/b/a/ South Texas Health System, is a subsidiary of Universal Health Services Inc., a company based in Pennsylvania that owns hospitals and other health care centers around the country.[10]"
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