Postal Service Fraud

As a large federal entity, the U.S. Postal Service is an attractive target for individuals or companies attempting to defraud the government. Whistleblowers who have information on fraudulent activities made against the government may be able to benefit from the provisions of the False Claims Act while simultaneously helping the country recover money that is wrongfully taken through fraud.

If you are aware of an act of fraud against the federal government, our Qui Tam lawyers at Tycko & Zavareei, LLP are committed to helping you pursue your case.

Types of USPS Fraud

Because of its immense size, some individuals think that they can get away with defrauding the Postal Service by making false claims for payment. Some of the types of fraud that are commonly uncovered include:

• Double billing, such as billing twice for the same product or service rendered

• Submitting a claim for payment for products never delivered or services that never took place

• Making false claims to qualify for rate discounts

• Purposely omitting payment history information or other information to receive improper payment from the USPS

Any of these deceptive actions constitutes an illegal act of fraud against the U.S. government. Because fraud schemes are a major source of government waste, these cases are aggressively pursued and prosecuted. If you have information regarding any fraudulent action being taken against the USPS or other federal entity, consider talking to a Qui Tam lawyer about your case. The False Claims Act offers whistleblower protections and compensation in exchange for bringing the offenders to justice.

Contact Us

For more information on reporting false claims made against the Postal Service and how you can take action against frauds abusing the federal government, contact our Qui Tam attorneys of Tycko & Zavareei, LLP today at 202-973-0900.