Improperly Charging the Government
The federal government uses many different contractors for a variety of purposes, including everything from building and maintenance to the creation of defensive equipment. However, the federal government can fall victim to fraud when they use a contractor’s services or products due to inaccurate pricing. Additionally, some of these contractors attempt to cheat the government through illegal pricing practices.
If you are aware of a contractor that is mischarging the government, you can bring legal attention to this unlawful act in order to protect your tax dollars. To learn more about whistleblower rights under the False Claims Act, contact the knowledgeable qui tam attorneys of Tycko & Zavareei, LLP, by calling 202-973-0900 today.
Types of Charging Fraud
A contractor can use a range of methods to defraud the government once they have made a contract. These contracting companies will set their estimated prices during contractor bids with the government. If they are selected by the government, they will then submit the costs of their services to the government. However, these companies may commit contractor fraud by knowingly submitting improper pricing reports with the following errors:
- Cross-charging, or intentionally listing a price for a different service or product
- Overcharging for labor costs
- Overcharging for overhead costs
- Overcharging for materials and parts
These fraudulent prices can cost the government substantial sums of money each year, leaving government workers and taxpayers to carry the burdens of these mistakes.
Contact Us
If you have records or documents that point to government contractor fraud, you can fight back on behalf of the federal government. For more information, contact the qualified qui tam lawyers of Tycko & Zavareei, LLP, at 202-973-0900 today. We may be able to help you with your False Claims Act suit.
