Whistleblower & Qui Tam Lawyers
Reporting fraud against government programs, and retaliation claims.
Whistleblower & Qui Tam claims in Pennsylvania
Qui tam cases allow a person with knowledge of fraud against a government program to bring an action on the government's behalf under the False Claims Act, and to receive a share of any recovery.
These cases are filed under seal and have strict procedural requirements, including a first-to-file rule. Talking to a lawyer before taking other steps protects both the case and the person bringing it.
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Common subject matter
Healthcare billing fraud
Billing for services not provided, upcoding and medically unnecessary services.
Government contract fraud
Overcharging, substituted products and false certifications.
Kickbacks and referral violations
Payments for referrals involving federal healthcare programs.
Grant and program fraud
Misuse or misreporting of government funds.
Injuries frequently seen in these cases
- Retaliation, including termination or demotion
- Lost wages and benefits
- Damage to professional reputation
- Emotional distress from the process
Who may be responsible
Responsibility depends entirely on the facts, and no one can determine it from a web page. These are the parties whose conduct is typically examined.
The company submitting false claims
The entity that billed or certified falsely.
Individual executives
Where individuals directed or knew of the conduct.
An employer that retaliates
Anti-retaliation provisions protect those who report.
Damages that may be recoverable
What a claim may include depends on the injuries, the available insurance and the evidence. Nothing here is a prediction of value.
- Medical treatment already received, from the emergency room through rehabilitation
- Future medical care and therapy a physician expects will be needed
- Wages lost while unable to work, and reduced earning capacity in longer-term cases
- Property damage, out-of-pocket costs and travel to treatment
- Pain, suffering and loss of life's pleasures where the law allows it
Steps that protect a claim
- Get medical attention, even if the injuries seem minor at first
- Report what happened and ask how to obtain a copy of the official report
- Photograph the scene, the vehicles or the hazard, and your visible injuries
- Collect names and phone numbers for anyone who saw what happened
- Keep every bill, record and piece of correspondence in one place
- Be careful giving a recorded statement before you understand your own injuries
Frequently asked questions
Can I stay anonymous?
Qui tam complaints are filed under seal while the government reviews them, which keeps the matter confidential for a period. It is not permanent anonymity, and the specifics should be discussed before filing.
What share of a recovery can a relator receive?
The False Claims Act provides for a percentage of the government's recovery, which varies depending on whether the government intervenes and the relator's contribution.
What if I am fired for reporting?
Anti-retaliation provisions can allow reinstatement, back pay and other relief. Those claims have their own deadlines.
Should I gather documents first?
Speak with a lawyer before taking documents. Doing it the wrong way can harm both you and the case.
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This page is general information about this type of case. It is not legal advice, and reading it does not create an attorney-client relationship. Last reviewed 2026-09-01.
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