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Government Contractor Fraud

Persons who are aware of fraudulent actions on the part of government contractors or entities receiving monetary assistance from the federal government may choose to take action against those responsible for the fraud. According to the False Claims Act, persons may be able to sue on behalf of the government to recover funds that were obtained through fraudulent practices.

Government contractors may be found guilty of fraud if they obtain funding by making false claims, or if they do not deliver services or goods that are up to a certain standard. If you are aware of fraudulent actions on the part of a government contractor, contact the Qui Tam attorneys of Tycko & Zavareei, LLP today at 202-973-0900.

Types of Contractor Fraud

Commonly reported types of government fraud include:

Inflated or misrepresented project costs
Cross-charging for work done on specific projects
Failure to comply with contract specifications
Improper allocation of costs
Substituting products with cheaper or poor-quality materials

Persons who wish to pursue a Qui Tam case against a government contractor may be eligible for a reward from the government at the conclusion of the case if the government is able to successfully recover allocated funds. If you are considering filing a claim, it is important to have an experienced attorney on your side to help you with your case, especially if it goes to trial.