James King

NewsFinancial FraudsWhistleblower 101

The “Unbelievable Success” of the SEC Whistleblower Program Is Likely to Continue in 2024 and Beyond

Through past successes, a soaring number of tips, and robust retaliation protections, the SEC Whistleblower Program has set itself up for success in 2024 and beyond.

NewsFinancial FraudsWhistleblower 101

Whistleblowers Can Help Stop Sanctions Evasion

Potential whistleblowers should take note of the AML Whistleblower Program’s broad geographic reach.

NewsFinancial FraudsWhistleblower 101

Essential Vocabulary for Financial Frauds: What is a pump and dump scheme?

Like many phenomena, pump and dump schemes have gotten easier and more widespread in the age of the internet.

Fraud By The NumbersNewsFalse Claims ActFraud By The NumbersWhistleblower 101

In Conclusion

To assist these anti-fraud efforts, whistleblower reward programs have successfully encouraged private citizens to step forward with much-needed evidence and resources.

Fraud By The NumbersNewsFalse Claims ActFraud By The Numbers

Does the Department of Justice Have the Resources to Tackle Fraud?

No matter how these cases are originated, the total number means the DOJ is overseeing twice as many new FCA matters as in 1993, according to the most recent report from DOJ.

Fraud By The NumbersNewsFalse Claims ActFraud By The Numbers

Is Enforcement Just the Cost of Doing Business for Repeat Offenders?

Some defendants continue to violate the False Claims Act many times over, often changing schemes over time when they are discovered.

Fraud By The NumbersNewsFalse Claims ActFraud By The Numbers

What would government FCA enforcement recoveries look like without qui tams?

It is safe to assume that relying on government-initiated FCA actions would drastically reduce the amount of money that is recovered from fraudsters each year.

Fraud By The NumbersNewsFalse Claims ActFraud By The Numbers

Whistleblowers Have Helped the Government Recover $50.1 Billion: How Are We Spending It?

No matter how the Government spends taxpayer dollars, one thing is clear: the fraudsters certainly don’t deserve the money.

Fraud By The NumbersNewsFalse Claims ActFraud By The Numbers

Too Many False Claims Act Cases?

Of the 309,102 new civil cases filed in the U.S., only 652 were qui tam actions -- slightly more cases filed than in 2021.

Fraud By The NumbersNewsFraud By The NumbersFraud in AmericaWhistleblower 101

IRS Whistleblower Program Report Shows Increase in Award Amounts, Processing Times

Although the total dollar amount of awards increased from FY 2021, the actual number of awards decreased from the 179 that were issued the prior year.