Houston Whistleblower Lawyer
Do you have evidence of Medicare fraud or fraud involving government procurement?
Under the Qui Tam provisions of the federal False Claims Act, you may be eligible for a share of the money recovered.
Call Craft Hughes Law, P.C., toll-free at 1-888-350-3931 or send us an e-mail for a free consultation.
Craft Hughes Law, P.C., is a law firm skilled at helping whistleblowers in Qui Tam cases. We use the legal system to stop government fraud and obtain compensation for our clients.
Medicare and Medicaid Fraud
The health care system is one of the biggest sources of fraud against the federal government. Certain doctors and health care providers may submit false or inflated Medicare or Medicaid claims for reimbursement by the government. These health care providers often collude with a third-party provider, such as a testing lab, in the creation and submission of these false claims.
False Claims Act Changes Aim at Subcontractors for Federal Programs
June 4, 2009 - Subcontractors and non-governmental entities who knowingly submit false claims to a general contractor-including contractors with federally funded health programs-will be subject to sanctions under the federal False Claims Act under provisions included in the Fraud Enforcement and Recovery Act of 2009 (FERA) (Pub.L.No. 111-21), signed into law by President Obama on May 20, 2009. FERA amends the False Claims Act (FCA) to correct erroneous interpretations of the law which have allowed subcontractors and non-governmental entities to escape responsibility. The amendments specifically provide that the FCA reaches all false claims submitted to state administered Medicaid programs.
If you have evidence of Medicare fraud and want to become a whistleblower, attorney W. Craft Hughes could help you stop this fraud and obtain a portion of the money recovered.
Talk with Us Before You Do Anything
Collecting evidence of government fraud is a crucial first step in the whistleblower process. However, you should talk with our firm before you take any rash actions. You could tip your hand to those committing the fraud, making it more difficult to recover evidence. If your employer is the one committing the fraud, you could lose your job and your access to the evidence.
Craft Hughes Law, P.C., can advise you regarding the steps you should take to protect yourself and your ability to obtain compensation. In taking your case, our goal will be to shine the light of the law on the defrauders - and to maximize the compensation you receive.
- False Claims Act Information Center
- Health Care Fraud Information Center
- Pharmaceutical Company Fraud Information Center
- Medical Implant & Device Fraud Information Center
Contact a Qui Tam and Whistleblower Lawyer
For a free consultation with Craft Hughes Law, P.C., call 888-350-3931 or send us an e-mail.
