We’ve written about the government’s growing whistleblower initiatives before; they span many categories, including health care, cybersecurity, money laundering, and vehicle safety. But this latest initiative, aimed at wildlife crime whistleblowers, at the very least underscores the value of whistleblowers, showing their aid can prove valuable far beyond traditional arenas.The Wildlife Conservation and Anti-Trafficking Act, a bipartisan measure led by Rep. John Garamendi (D-California) and … [Read more...]
Whistleblower Retaliation Protections: What to Know Before You Blow the Whistle
It’s not easy being a whistleblower. Reporting wrongdoing in the workplace can result in whistleblower retaliation and other repercussions for workers. In the workplace whistleblowers can experience occupational blowback, such as being fired, suspended, or demoted. Additionally, some may experience social stigma or face challenges to their emotional and physical wellbeing.Long before deciding to speak out about a fraud, it’s crucial for potential whistleblowers to fully understand their … [Read more...]
Nursing Home Fraud: Poor Care Plus Government Funds Can Mean False Claims Act Liability
Some nursing homes have been taking advantage of vulnerable residents to milk government coffers, and the federal government promises an aggressive response to nursing home fraud.On June 15, the U.S. Department of Justice filed a False Claims Act complaint against an Ohio-based nursing home operator, alleging that three nursing homes run by the company “provided grossly substandard services” that didn’t meet basic standards of care. The False Claims Act prohibits companies from fraudulently … [Read more...]
COVID Relief Fraud: Biden Highlights Enforcement Focus in State of the Union
In his first State of the Union address to Congress on March 1, President Joe Biden announced his administration’s plans to prioritize prosecuting COVID relief fraud involving funds the government dispersed as part of its COVID-19 response. Biden said that under his administration, “the watchdogs are welcomed back,” and unveiled plans for the U.S. Department of Justice to name a chief prosecutor for pandemic fraud.“We’re going to go after the criminals who stole billions in relief money … [Read more...]
Medicare Advantage Fraud: Sutter Health’s $90 Million Whistleblower Settlement
A record $90 million False Claims Act settlement over Medicare Advantage fraud allegations, obtained for the government as a result of a whistleblower lawsuit by a Keller Grover client, was among the cases highlighted by the U.S. Department of Justice in a recent announcement touting its 2021 recoveries under the Act. On Feb. 1, Acting Assistant Attorney General Brian M. Boynton announced DOJ had recovered more than $5.6 billion from False Claims Act settlements and judgments in the 2021 … [Read more...]
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