Fraud is Not a Cost of Doing Business: Deterring Fraud Through the False Claims Act’s Penalties Provision
Nationwide, courts have asserted penalties are harsh because they are intended to deter fraud by punishing those who cheat the government.
The DOJ Is About to Launch a Whistleblower Rewards Program. Here Are Three Key Policies to Incentivize Whistleblowers
The DOJ has an opportunity to create a world class whistleblower program and achieve enforcement priorities, and here are three key policies to incentivize whistleblowers.
Fraud is Not a Cost of Doing Business: Deterring Fraud Through the False Claims Act’s Trebling Provision
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.
RELEASE: The Anti-Fraud Coalition Statement on New Department of Justice Corporate Crime Whistleblower Tip Program
“We hope the new DOJ whistleblower program can spur the same sorts of results we’ve seen at the SEC and CFTC."
RELEASE: The Anti-Fraud Coalition Statement on Department of Justice False Claims Act Recoveries in FY 23
“We look forward to continue working with our government partners to fully unlock the potential of whistleblowers to protect taxpayer dollars."
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
