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False Claims Lawyer Boerum Hill
You’ve seen the fraud. You know it’s wrong. Now you can do something about it—and get compensated for the risk you’re taking.
Whistleblowers in successful cases receive 15-30% of whatever the government recovers. That’s not pocket change. Recent New York cases have resulted in individual awards of $1.5 million, $1.07 million, and hundreds of thousands more. Your information could be worth far more than your current salary.
But this isn’t just about money. It’s about stopping fraud that costs taxpayers billions and holding companies accountable for cheating the system. When you work with an experienced false claims lawyer, you’re not just protecting yourself—you’re protecting everyone.
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We understand what you’re up against. Blowing the whistle isn’t easy, especially in New York’s competitive business environment where careers can be made or destroyed overnight.
We’ve been serving clients throughout Brooklyn and the greater New York area, including Boerum Hill, with the kind of specialized legal expertise these cases demand. This isn’t general practice law—whistleblower cases involve complex federal and state regulations, strict procedural requirements, and government agencies that operate on their own timeline.
Our focus is protecting your rights while maximizing your recovery. We know the local landscape, from Wall Street financial firms to healthcare systems to government contractors, and we understand how retaliation really happens in New York workplaces.
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First, we evaluate your information confidentially. Not every case of wrongdoing qualifies for whistleblower protection, and we’ll tell you straight up whether you have a viable claim. If you do, we file your case under seal—meaning it stays secret while the government investigates.
The government then has months (sometimes years) to decide whether to join your case. If they do, that’s usually good news for your potential recovery. If they don’t, you can still proceed, though the path gets more challenging.
Throughout this process, we’re monitoring for any signs of retaliation from your employer. New York law provides strong protections against firing, demotion, harassment, or other forms of payback, but you need someone watching for the subtle stuff that employers try to get away with.
Your case resolves either through settlement or trial. Most settle. When they do, you get your percentage of the recovery, and we handle all the paperwork and government coordination. You focus on your life and career—we handle the legal complexity.
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We represent whistleblowers in False Claims Act cases involving Medicare and Medicaid fraud, government contract fraud, defense contractor violations, and tax fraud. New York is unique—it’s the only state that allows whistleblower cases for tax violations, and we’ve seen successful recoveries in cases involving businesses that underpaid state taxes by hundreds of thousands of dollars.
In Boerum Hill and throughout Brooklyn, we’re seeing more cases involving healthcare fraud, particularly in the wake of COVID-19. This includes improper billing for services not rendered, kickback schemes between providers and suppliers, and fraud involving federal relief programs like PPP loans.
We also handle SEC whistleblower cases for clients who’ve witnessed securities violations, market manipulation, or investment fraud. Given New York’s role as the financial capital, these cases are particularly common and can result in substantial awards.
The key is timing. Whistleblower cases have strict deadlines, and being first to file often determines whether you’re eligible for an award. The longer you wait, the more likely someone else files first—or the fraud gets discovered through other means.
Will my employer find out I filed a whistleblower case?
Initially, no. Whistleblower cases are filed under seal, meaning they remain confidential while the government investigates. This seal period typically lasts several months and can extend longer if the government requests additional time.
However, your identity may eventually become known if the case proceeds to litigation or if the investigation requires your testimony. We work to protect your anonymity as long as possible and prepare you for each stage of the process.
The law provides strong protections against retaliation, including reinstatement, back pay, and additional damages if your employer retaliates against you for whistleblowing. We monitor your workplace situation closely and take immediate action if we detect any form of payback.
How much can I receive as a whistleblower in New York?
Whistleblower awards typically range from 15-30% of whatever the government recovers, depending on several factors including whether the government intervenes in your case and how much you contribute to the investigation.
In New York, we’ve seen individual awards ranging from hundreds of thousands to several million dollars. Recent cases have resulted in awards of $1.5 million, $1.07 million, and $209,250 for individual whistleblowers. The amount depends entirely on the scope of the fraud and the total recovery.
New York’s False Claims Act also allows for higher penalties than federal law—$6,000 to $12,000 per violation plus triple damages. For tax fraud cases, which New York uniquely covers, awards can be 25-30% of the recovery. The key is having solid evidence of significant fraud that results in substantial government losses.
What types of fraud can I report as a whistleblower?
The most common whistleblower cases involve healthcare fraud—Medicare and Medicaid billing fraud, kickback schemes, and services not actually provided. We also handle defense contractor fraud, where companies overcharge the government or provide substandard goods and services.
Financial fraud cases are particularly relevant in New York, including securities violations, market manipulation, and investment fraud. Tax fraud is another major area—New York is the only state that allows whistleblower cases for tax violations involving businesses with over $1 million in income and fraud exceeding $350,000.
COVID-19 has created new fraud opportunities we’re seeing regularly: improper PPP loan applications, fake COVID testing schemes, and counterfeit personal protective equipment. Government contract fraud is also common, where contractors don’t fulfill their obligations or overcharge for services. If you’re aware of any scheme where someone is cheating the government out of money, it’s likely covered under whistleblower law.
How long do whistleblower cases take to resolve?
Most whistleblower cases take 2-4 years from filing to resolution, though some complex cases can take longer. The timeline depends largely on how quickly the government investigates and whether they choose to intervene in your case.
The initial seal period, where your case remains confidential, typically lasts 60 days but often gets extended as the government conducts its investigation. If the government intervenes, they take over prosecution of the case, which usually speeds up resolution but can still take years.
Cases that settle typically resolve faster than those that go to trial. The government prefers settlements because they’re less risky and less expensive than litigation. We can give you a better timeline estimate once we understand the specific details of your case and how the government responds to the initial filing.
Do I need proof of fraud before contacting a whistleblower lawyer?
You don’t need complete proof, but you do need credible information about fraud against the government. The investigation phase is designed to uncover additional evidence and witnesses—you’re not expected to build the entire case yourself.
What matters most is having firsthand knowledge of fraudulent activity, preferably with some documentation or specific details about how the fraud works. Internal emails, billing records, contracts, or other documents strengthen your case, but even detailed observations about fraudulent practices can be valuable.
The key is acting quickly. Whistleblower law operates on a “first to file” basis, meaning the first person to report specific fraud gets the reward. If you wait too long, someone else might file first, or the government might discover the fraud through other means. We can evaluate your information confidentially and tell you whether it’s worth pursuing.
What happens if my employer retaliates against me for whistleblowing?
Retaliation is illegal, and the law provides strong remedies if your employer tries to punish you for whistleblowing. This includes protection against firing, demotion, harassment, reduction in hours, or any other adverse employment action taken because of your whistleblowing.
If retaliation occurs, you may be entitled to reinstatement, double back pay, compensation for emotional distress, and attorney fees. We document everything from the beginning and monitor your workplace situation for any signs of retaliation, including subtle forms like being excluded from meetings or having your responsibilities reduced.
The challenge in New York is that most employment is at-will, meaning employers can fire employees for many reasons. However, whistleblower retaliation is specifically prohibited, and we know how to distinguish between legitimate employment actions and illegal retaliation. We act quickly when retaliation occurs, often resolving issues before they escalate to litigation.
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