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Financial Frauds 101 Overview: What’s a Security? What’s a Commodity? Which Whistleblower Program Applies?

There should be a short answer to the question of which whistleblower program applies in which situation. And sometimes there is; but not always.

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Good News! Trend Shows Employees Are Increasingly Likely to Report Corporate Misconduct

ECI surveys show a positive trend in the likelihood that employees who witness misconduct will try to report it, from 69% in 2017 to 86% in 2020.

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What if I Have an Employment Claim or Signed a Severance Agreement?

While this article endeavors to set forth the contours of this topic in plain language, whistleblowers are certain to encounter a number of thorny issues.

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What if the Evidence Contains Protected Health Information Under HIPAA?

Anyone considering whistleblowing using protected health information should immediately consult with experienced whistleblower counsel, in order to avoid any pitfalls.

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Can I be Sued for Whistleblowing?

While most whistleblowers do not face counterclaims by their current or former company, it is possible for a company to file such a counterclaim.

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Can I Remain Anonymous and Still Blow the Whistle?

In short: It depends. But don’t count on it. Molly Knobler dives into anonymity when blowing the whistle highlighting various programs and strategies.

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Whistleblower Summer School: Would-be-Whistleblowers’ Most Common Questions and Concerns

With the assistance of experienced counsel, whistleblowers can truly change the world for the better and protect themselves.

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Whistleblowers Play Key Role in Exposing Medicare Advantage Fraud

While Medicare Advantage was supposed to be a less expensive alternative to traditional fee-for-service Medicare, it’s turned out to be more expensive.

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What Does Fraud in the Medicare Advantage Space Mean for the Reverse False Claims Provision?

As the percentage of Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries in managed care increases, there is a risk that fraudsters will misrepresent Medical Loss Ratios to the government.

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Post-Madoff, SEC Successfully Partnering with Whistleblowers to Combat Ponzi Schemes

With "Madoff: The Monster of Wall Street" releasing on Netflix, dive into some of the top ponzi schemes uncovered by whistleblowers.