Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Anti fraud measures, whistleblowers profitting!

http://www.guardian.co.uk/business/2010/oct/27/glaxosmithkline-whistleblower-wins-61m

Ms. Eckard's lawsuit was filed under the U.S. False Claims Act. The law, which dates back to the Civil War, prohibits people or businesses from defrauding the government, and provides incentives for people who suspect wrongdoing to come forward. Lawsuits are typically filed confidentially in federal court to protect the identity of the plaintiff. The Justice Department then determines whether the case has enough merit for it to take over.


My, my. A good idea that is 150 years old! Shjouild be universal!

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