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Do I Have a Whistleblower Case?
Find out in minutes whether your situation qualifies and what it could be worth.
Most people aren't sure if what they're seeing is actually fraud. You don't need to be a lawyer to recognize the warning signs — you just need to know the patterns the government looks for.
You may have a case if
- A company is billing the government for services it didn't deliver
- An employer is submitting false records, certifications, or claims to collect federal or state funds
- Kickbacks or bribes are influencing medical decisions or contracts
- Funds from a government program are being used for something other than what was approved
- You witnessed it firsthand or have documents, communications, or data that show it
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Common examples
- Medicare or Medicaid billing for procedures that never happened
- Upcoding — billing for a more expensive service than was actually provided
- Pharmaceutical kickbacks to prescribers
- Defense contractors inflating invoices or delivering non-compliant parts
- Grant or PPP funds misused outside their approved purpose
What usually doesn't qualify
- Bad management or a toxic workplace
- Personal workplace disputes, even if unfair
- Honest mistakes or clerical errors with no intent to deceive
Keep reading
- How much do whistleblowers get paid?Understand the 15%–30% reward range and how it's calculated.
- How to report fraud the right wayThe steps that protect your case — and the mistakes that tank it.
- Examples of Medicare fraudSee the patterns the government prosecutes most often.
- What qualifies as fraud at workThe legal line between unethical and fraudulent.
Frequently asked questions
- What qualifies as a whistleblower case?
- A qualifying case typically involves fraud against a federal or state government program — false billing, kickbacks, misuse of grants, or misrepresentation on government contracts. The conduct must be intentional and involve government money or a government decision.
- Do I need proof?
- You don't need a perfect case, but you do need more than a hunch. Documents, emails, billing records, internal communications, or firsthand observation all help. We'll tell you what you have and what's missing before you file.
- What if I'm in one state but want to file the case in another state?
- Whistleblower cases can often be filed in multiple jurisdictions depending on where the fraud occurred and where the defendant operates. The right venue is a strategic decision — we help identify which jurisdiction gives your case the strongest path.
- What if I'm unsure?
- Take the 2-minute quiz or submit your case securely. We'll review the facts confidentially and tell you whether it's worth pursuing — no cost, no commitment.
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