What is False Claims Act?

For example, a prospective lawsuit might be barred by the “public disclosure bar,” (Section 3730(e)(4)), the “first to file rule,” (Section 3730(b)(5)), or the “statute of limitations” (Section 3731(b)).

Additionally, judges regard a False Claims Act case as an accusation of fraud. As a result, the complaint alleging a False Claims Act violation must be very detailed in order to meet the heightened pleading requirements of Rule 9(b) of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure. Often this requires documentary proof of the fraud and a comprehensive description the surrounding facts and circumstances, such as the “Who, What, Where, When and How” concerning the misconduct.

Needless to say, it is far easier to navigate the False Claims Act with the help of an experienced False Claims Act attorney. In addition, most courts have ruled that a lay person cannot bring a False Claims Act “pro se,” that is without being representing by an attorney.

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