The firm also handles qui tam actions under the Federal False Claims Act, which provides a statutory source for imposing liability on private companies that submit false claims for payment to the United States Government. We are currently co-counsel in a case involving allegations of fraud with respect to a contract to supply F-16 aircrafts to Greece (United States of America ex rel. Yannacopoulos v. General Dynamics and Lockheed Martin Corporation, No. 03 C 3012 (N.D.Ill.)).
The FCA is a type of "whistleblower" protection designed to protect the rights of those who come forward to report incidents of theft or abuse. Qui tam actions often come to light when an employee is fired and seeks legal counsel for other issues, like discrimination claims. During the interview or investigation process, the attorney may learn that the employer has defrauded the government, giving rise to FCA claims. Please contact us to discuss potential cases.
