Qui tam litigation, a provision under the False Claims Act (FCA), allows private individuals (known as relators or whistleblowers) to sue on behalf of the government to recover funds lost due to fraud. This legal mechanism is amazing in combating fraud against the government, yes, but it also carries significant financial implications for both whistleblowers...

In today’s multifaceted legal world, one group of attorney’s stands out in defense of the federal government. The astute, qui tam attorney. Defending the relator—the person(s) responsible for exposing the fraud committed and advocating for justice— also commonly referred to as the “whistleblower”. These legal heroes can bring these cases to light because of the...

Qui tam cases, derived from the Latin phrase “qui tam pro domino rege quam pro se ipso in hac parte sequitur,” allow private individuals, known as relators or whistleblowers, to sue on behalf of the government for fraudulent claims made to federal programs. Historically, qui tam actions have played a pivotal role in uncovering large-scale...

  The Federal False Claims Act is important in protecting healthcare services, where a qui tam lawyer provides legal advice in combating fraudulent activity. This statute empowers both the government and whistleblowers (a qui tam relator) to file a lawsuit against individuals and entities that defraud governmental programs, with a significant focus on Medicare and...

A qui tam lawsuit is a specific type of lawsuit that occurs when a whistleblower, or ‘relator,’ courageously steps forward to reveal fraudulent acts against the federal government. “Qui tam pro domino rege quam pro se ipso in hac parte sequitur” translates to “who sues on behalf of the King as well as for himself”....

To be at the forefront of an environmental catastrophe is devastating. Oftentimes, crises caused by environmental noncompliance can ripple or directly affect an expansive number of citizens, causing them to have to take other measures to find fresh water or prevent lasting health issues. Environmental noncompliance refers to the failure of entities—such as corporations, governmental...

Defense contracting is an essential component of national security, equipping military forces with the necessary tools, technologies, and services to maintain defense readiness and operational effectiveness. These contracts, often worth billions of dollars, are vital for the development and procurement of cutting-edge technology, weapons systems, and support services. However, the sheer scale and complexity of...

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The Law Offices of David Berg tries big cases. Over the years, David Berg, as both plaintiff and defense counsel, has represented Westinghouse, CBS, Samsung, Robert Bass’ Acadia Partners, L.P., Deutsche Bank, Credit Suisse, and other major companies. These cases range from a dispute over nuclear steam generators to a billion dollar patent infringement case to complex securities class actions.

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