Whistleblower

Seeking Compensation for Retaliation After Whistleblowing

Speaking up about illegal activity in the workplace takes courage. Unfortunately, many whistleblowers face retaliation for doing the right thing. If you’ve experienced adverse treatment after reporting wrongdoing, Virginia and federal law may entitle you to compensation. Understanding what damages are available in whistleblower retaliation cases is the first step toward justice. James (Jamie) Shoemaker, a respected […]

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Key Differences Between Federal and State Whistleblower Protections

Whistleblower laws exist to encourage individuals to report fraud, corruption, and misconduct while shielding them from retaliation. However, not all whistleblower protections are the same. Federal and state laws provide different levels of coverage, rewards, and legal pathways. Understanding these distinctions is critical for anyone considering blowing the whistle. Below, Attorney James Shoemaker’s legal team compiles some

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What Protections Do I Have As A Whistleblower?

If you’ve seen illegal activities at your workplace and are thinking about reporting them, you might ask what protections you will have as a whistleblower. It’s important to know your rights before moving forward. The information in this blog will help you understand. What Is a Whistleblower? A whistleblower is someone who reports illegal or unethical activities within an

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How Whistleblowers Like You Help by Reporting Construction Fraud

The construction industry plays a vital role in shaping our built environment, from residential homes to commercial buildings and infrastructure projects. However, this industry is not immune to fraudulent practices that can compromise project integrity, public safety, and ethical standards.  In such cases, whistleblowers like you can make a profound difference by reporting construction fraud, helping to

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Medicare and Medicaid Fraud

Blowing the Whistle on Medicare and Medicaid Fraud

In fiscal year 2023, Medicare and Medicaid had about $115 billion in “improper payments.” Medicare and Medicaid fraud not only costs taxpayers, but it can compromise the health care system. Fraud covers many activities, including but not limited to kickbacks, overcharging, billing for services a medical professional did not provide, and submitting false claims. Employees of a medical

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financial industry fraud

Financial Industry Fraud: How the False Claims Act Protects Whistleblowers

Originally signed in 1863 by President Lincoln, the False Claims Act protects whistleblowers from defrauding the federal government. During the Civil War, many suppliers provided poor goods and services to the troops. Lincoln signed the Act into law to target financial industry fraud against the government by government contractors. The False Claims Act has been revised many times since

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SEC Whistleblower Program

What Is the SEC Whistleblower Program?

The financial markets drive American commerce, including investments by individuals and businesses and acquiring capital for operations. The SEC’s job is to keep Wall Street and financial institutions free of corruption and fraud. However, the SEC often becomes overwhelmed and cannot catch all instances of wrongdoing before it affects investors. That is where whistleblowers come

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defense contractor fraud

Defense Contractor Fraud: Why Whistleblowers Are So Important

With billions of dollars worth of active defense contracts for the U.S. military, it’s no surprise that the result is fierce competition. Unfortunately, this competitive landscape sometimes leads to fraudulent practices by defense contractors. In these cases, whistleblowers are essential for bringing these crimes to the government’s attention. But it’s equally important for those whistleblowers

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