Qui Tam

Did you know that in 2006 calendar year alone, the United States Government recovered more than $3,000,000,000.00 - that is three billion in settlements and judgments related to qui tam lawsuits filed by private citizens also known as relators. In a successful qui tam lawsuit, the relator will receive 10% to 30% of the recovered funds.

What are the Conditions to Consider When Filing a Qui Tam Lawsuit?

• The whistleblower's evidence cannot come from a public source such as a newspaper, TV, magazine, radio, court record, etc.
• Federal or state money must be involved.
• Generally, the case needs to be filed within six years of the act.
• The whistleblower should have actual knowledge of the fraud, not just a mere suspicion. Evidence, in addition to knowledge, is also necessary in most cases. The evidence needs to be specific, identifying who, what, when, and where of the fraud.

If you have evidence of fraud against the government, you deserve to have a lawyer with qui tam experience who will listen to your situation, stand up for your rights, and work closely with you to file an effective lawsuit. Call the Carabin Shaw for a free consultation at 800-862-1260.

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