Los Angeles Whistleblower Attorney

In the heart of Los Angeles, the Washington, DC-based law firm of Kohn, Kohn & Colapinto stands as a beacon for whistleblowers seeking justice. As a leading international whistleblower law firm, we serve clients around the world, from New York to Los Angeles, London to Hong Kong.

In specific, our firm specializes in tackling cases involving fraud and breaches of both the federal and California False Claims Act. If you’re searching for seasoned whistleblower attorneys in Los Angeles with an unmatched track record, look no further than our globally-focused law firm.

Our team brings decades of international whistleblowing experience to the table, dedicated to supporting brave individuals who dare to speak up against deceit and corruption. We’ve successfully handled numerous qui tam lawsuits against fraudulent entities in Los Angeles and throughout California, ensuring that our clients’ bravery doesn’t go unrecognized.

One of our esteemed clients, Dr. Aaron Westrick, took on the mammoth task of challenging subpar bulletproof vests. His resilience led to substantial settlements and showcased our firm’s commitment as a top-tier whistleblower law firm.

• The California State False Claims Act, pivotal for Los Angeles whistleblowers, offers protection against entities defrauding state and local governments.
• Potential penalties for deceitful claims in Los Angeles include substantial damages, emphasizing the city’s commitment to justice.
• Successful Los Angeles whistleblowers can claim a significant portion of the government’s recovery amount through qui tam lawsuits.

Our whistleblower attorneys serve California and greater Los Angeles, and are adept at navigating the intricate nuances of the California False Claims Act. We’re here to guide whistleblowers every step of the way, ensuring that your voice is heard and your rights protected.

Why Choose Kohn, Kohn & Colapinto?

• Specialized Expertise: As a prominent whistleblower law firm, our expertise is unmatched in cases involving California and federal False Claims Acts.
• Dedicated Team: Our Washington-DC based team is well-versed with local and international laws and regulations, ensuring personalized and effective representation.
• Proven Track Record: Our success stories, including high-profile cases like Dr. Westrick’s, solidify our reputation as a go-to whistleblower law firm.

If you believe you have a whistleblower case and are in or around Los Angeles, or any other state, don’t hesitate to contact our skilled attorneys for a confidential evaluation. For more insights and guidance related to whistleblower cases in California, reach out to our team or visit our Whistleblower Law Firm dedicated website. We’re here to stand by you in your quest for justice.

Many state False Claims Act cases are filed as part of a larger federal lawsuit. If you are also filing a federal False Claims Act lawsuit, the California claims can be included in that case as a separate count in the complaint. 

If your case does not involve federal funds, you must file the case in a California Superior Court. You must serve, by postage “return receipt requested” the Attorney General of the State of California on the same day you file your complaint. You also must serve your disclosure statement to the Attorney General on the same date you file our complaint. The complaint must be filed under seal.

• COVID-19 related frauds using Californian funds.
• Medicaid fraud by healthcare providers.
• Bank and mortgage fraud.
• False claims regarding California state or local spending.
• Contractual fraud with Californian governments.

False claim liabilities can be three times the damage amount sustained by California, usually between $5,500 to $11,000, not inclusive of legal costs. As of August 20, 2020, fines have surged past $20,000 for each false claim due to inflation adjustments.

Courageous whistleblowers can be awarded between 15% and 30% of the government’s recovery when presenting original information leading to actions against California False Claims Act violators.

If you’re contemplating whether to take action, consult our adept California whistleblower attorneys for a no-charge, confidential assessment. Should Kohn, Kohn & Colapinto represent you, rest assured that one of our esteemed founding partners will guide your case.

Federal and California whistleblower laws empower individuals to stand against illicit or unethical employer actions without facing retaliation. Our firm has been instrumental in championing reforms, preventing companies from dissuading whistleblowers, as seen in landmark acts like Dodd-Frank and Sarbanes-Oxley.

• SEC Whistleblower Program: Rewards are granted for information on Securities Exchange Act violations leading to successful actions with sanctions over $1,000,000.
• CFTC Whistleblower Reward Program: Established in 2010, this program rewards those exposing Commodity Exchange Act breaches, with awards ranging between 10-30% of collected sanctions.
• IRS Whistleblower Program: Rewards individuals who provide the IRS with information about significant tax underpayments or violations of internal revenue laws.
• AML Whistleblower Program: incentivizes individuals to report violations related to money laundering activities, with eligible whistleblowers receiving between 10% and 30% of the monetary sanctions collected.