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The Tennessee False Claims Act provides incentives for Tennessee whistleblowers reporting fraudulent activities impacting the government over a broad area. A qui tam lawsuit can be filed in federal court alleging violation of the False Claims Act.
One such case was recently filed against the Chattanooga EPB, which has been hit by a $10 million dollar whistleblower lawsuit. Whle this case was not filed under the Tennessee False Claims Act, it is still possible to bring such a claim under Tennessee’s whistleblower law. This law allows individuals to bring lawsuits on behalf of cities or the state, with a large portion of the damages being returned to taxpayers. The city may opt not to take the lead in such a lawsuit, instead allowing co-plaintiffs like Mr. Lepard (who filed the EPB matter) to pursue the case.
If his suit is successful, Mr. Lepard is allowed to receive between 25 and 50 percent of any damages awarded under the statute governing whistle-blower lawsuits. Under the Tennessee False Claims Act, the percentage of recovery for a qui tam relator is lower. In fact, national averages are approximately 16% paid to the relator.
The False Claims Act has one of the strongest whistleblower protection provisions in the United States. However, it has many complicated components and requirements, which can harm any person that pursues such a claim without counsel. Due to the potential for a significant financial recovery, it is usually possible to retain an attorney for such an action. Our team of attorneys in Tennessee is ready to help you.
Contact a Tennessee False Claims Act Attorney
We help whistleblowers on a contingency basis, meaning there is no fee charged for our work unless there is a recovery. We also front any and all expenses. No matter where you are located — we will represent you. We will come to you, you will not have to come to us. Attorneys in our firm and attorneys that we work with on Whistleblower, Qui Tam, False Claims Act cases have represented a host of persons making claims, for violations of federal tax law, Medicare law and more. For more information, please contact our team of whitsleblower and qui tam attorneys today.
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