The False Claims Act allows for an individual to bring suit on behalf of the U.S. government against those defrauding the government.

The False Claims Act, also known as the "Informer’s Act," "Lincoln Act," or the "Qui Tam Statute," can be traced back to the Civil War. The law was reviewed and strengthened during the 1980’s.

In most cases, fraud charges by the Relator (the person bringing the suit), involve over charging the U.S. government for products or services performed. Medicare and Medicaid are targets for fraud, for example, if a doctor charges the government for tests not given to a patient. False Claim Act suits can be brought for suspected fraud occuring anywhere in the federal government.

If you have reason to believe that someone is falsely billing the government, contact us today for a free evaluation of your lawsuit.