Do You Need an Attorney to Represent You in a Whistleblower Action?

By Thomas Greer | September 9, 2012

When you have information that you think proves that someone at the place you work has committed an illegal activity like Medicare or Medicaid fraud against the government, you may want to find an attorney and file a whistleblower action. Making this decision isn’t easy.

Most whistleblower actions are complicated, and most relators (the people who bring the case to government attention) are not well versed in qui tamlawsuits. Here are some questions to ask yourself when deciding whether to call in a lawyer and pursue a legal action:

  • Do you have actual knowledge and evidence of the fraud?
  • Is federal money, or in a state claim, state money involved?
  • Did the company or other entity know it was submitting false claims?

If you can answer yes to these questions, you should seek legal counsel. A good whistleblower actions attorney will:

  • Help you decide if your case will be considered by the Justice Department and advise you on how to proceed.
  • Understand and interpret the False Claims Act in light of the case you bring.
  • Thoroughly research the facts of the case.
  • Help you prepare the “qui tam” lawsuit and file it.
  • Present the evidence to the U. S. Justice Department and work to convince them to join your “qui tam” case.
  • Help to protect you from retaliation by the defendant.

It will not cost you to consult an attorney in a qui tamcase. It is common practice for the lawyer helping you to work on a contingency fee, which means he or she will work for a percentage of the relator’s share.

If you have questions about a whistleblower action, you should definitely find answers from someone who will have your best interests at heart. The whistleblower actions attorneys at Bailey & Greer in Memphis would like to hear from you. Call toll free today at 901-680-9777 to begin the process.

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