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Qui TamUnder the False Claims Act, -- The "Qui Tam" law -- private citizen "relators" or “whistleblowers” with knowledge of past or present fraud on the federal government may bring suit on behalf of the government. A “whistleblower” is a person who reveals information about illegal acts. Employees are known to be the most common whistleblowers, since they often reveal the illegal acts of their employers. Other common individuals who file Qui Tam lawsuits include former employees, competitors and subcontractors.Various Whistleblower protection laws protect whistleblowers from being discharged, suspended, threatened, harassed or from any other forms of discrimination. Also, the False Claims Act gives individuals the right the file lawsuits to recover money from those companies who are cheating the government. The Finch McCranie Qui Tam lawyers know that whistleblowers are often mistreated for standing up against wrongdoing. Our Qui Tam lawyers can help support your Qui Tam case and get the justice you need, as well as protect you from retaliation by your employer or other individuals. If you or someone you know would like to pursue a whistleblower case, contact Finch McCranie today. We have experience in Qui Tam cases and can handle your lawsuit to give you the best possible results. Call us or submit a free case review form and get started on your case today.
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