FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely. Our communications with prospective clients are confidential and protected by the attorney-client privilege, even if we never file a case on your behalf.
There is an exception to HIPAA that permits individuals to share otherwise protected information with their attorneys and with the government if they have a good-faith belief that it is evidence of fraud. We strongly recommend talking to us before actually sharing anything, just to make sure there are no other concerns. But in most cases, there is no issue in you providing such information or documents to us.
We are in Nashville, Tennessee. We represent clients in all parts of the United States and file cases in federal courts in jurisdictions all around the country.
Your professional reputation is of paramount importance to us. We believe our job is to ascertain the strength of the case and advise you on the chances of success so that you can take that into account when deciding whether to file a False Claims Act case. We will not pressure you. We will give you advice to the best of our ability.
Yes. The False Claims Act has an anti-retaliation provision that allows you to bring a claim to seek recovery for up to twice your actual damages (e.g. lost wages). It is important to note that it can often take many years before an employer learns about your qui tam case because they are filed under seal and remain confidential while the Department of Justice investigates the claims.
The False Claims Act, passed during the Civil War, is intended to incentivize individuals with information about fraud on a government program. Depending on a number of factors, an individual can receive between 15 to 30 percent of the total amount recovered by the government as a result of the information provided.
We would first like to schedule a brief phone conversation with you to ascertain whether you might have the kind of information that we would need to pursue a False Claims Act case on your behalf. We can also send you a secure link to share documents and materials with us if you wish. We will digest this information and then meet with you in person or through Zoom. We may also get on a plane and come see you or fly you to our office in Nashville, Tennessee.
Yes. In order to qualify to share in any financial reward, you need to be the first person to bring the information you have to the government. When we decide to represent you, we move quickly and work intensely to get your case on file.