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Did Your Employer Commit Fraud?

Though it may seem a simple question with an obvious answer, “What is fraud?” in fact opens the door...

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Are There Laws That Protect Whistleblowers From Retaliation?

The fear of retaliation is one of the primary deterrents that keeps employees from speaking up about...

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Why Companies Self-Sabotage by Punishing Whistleblowers

Critics of financial incentive programs for whistleblowers often paint an unfavorable picture of...

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False Claims Act Penalties To Increase Significantly in August 2016

Despite common misconceptions, the False Claims Act does not exist to penalize companies for minor...

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How the Davis-Bacon Act Protects Construction Workers

The Davis-Bacon Act applies to employees who have contracts over $2,000, and to construction...

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IRS Whistleblower Program Has Most Successful Year Yet

From 2014 to 2015, the IRS nearly doubled the amount of its whistleblower awards from $52,281,628 to...