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Our whistleblower lawyers guide clients through the qui tam process, protect them from retaliation, and fight to recover their share of the financial award (typically 15-25% of the government's recovery). We also handle SEC whistleblower claims. The firm’s four partners discuss their litigation approach and institutional credentials — including over $1 billion recovered, Tier One Best Law Firm recognition, three partners who served as presidents of the DC Trial Lawyers Association, and two Super Lawyers Top 100 honorees. For whistleblower and qui tam clients, the firm brings the same resources, trial readiness, and willingness to confront powerful entities. Video Transcript **Speakers:** Ira Sherman, Joseph Cammarata, Stephen Ollar, Allan Siegel **Joseph Cammarata (00:01):** How do you pick the right personal injury lawyer? How do you know who to trust? This is the most important decision you’re going to make right now. The question is how do you get it right? **Allan Siegel (00:14):** For more than 50 years, we’ve gone to battle for our clients. We represent the victims of car bus and truck collisions, bike wrecks, traumatic brain injuries, and medical malpractice. We fight insurance companies, corporations, and governments at Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata and Siegel. We know what it takes to win, and we’re proud of the reputation that we’ve built as advocates for the people. **Ira Sherman (00:45):** Experience matters. That’s just the truth. There’s no other way to excel for our clients other than years of hard work. We’ve dedicated our entire professional careers to this cause and what do we have to show for it? Over $1 billion in compensation for our clients. Named Tier One Best Law Firm in Personal Injury Litigation. Three partners who served as presidents of the metropolitan DC Trial Lawyers Association and justice for tens of thousands of clients. **Stephen Ollar (01:22):** Needing a lawyer and finding one can be a scary and overwhelming process. We strive to take the fear and uncertainty out of that process, unlike other firms. When you call our firm, you will always speak with an attorney about your case. As a former staff sergeant in the United States Army, I know what it means to serve and we serve our clients by providing unmatched representation and the expertise to win cases. **Joseph Cammarata (01:50):** Our firm’s mission has always been to represent people from every walk of life, young, old, rich, poor, large cases. In the small ones that comes from our founder, Donald Chaikin. I will never forget what he would tell people. He would say, we fight for those you love. **Allan Siegel (02:09):** We are local and national leaders in the personal injury field. There are not many law firms that have our combination of awards and achievements. We have two trial lawyers recognized in the Super Lawyer’s Top 100 list. Ira Sherman served on the board of the Brain Injury Association of America for many years. Joe Cammarata is a past chair of the AAJ Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group, and I recently served as the chair of AAJ’s bus litigation group. Look, if people come in, the world **Ira Sherman (02:40):** is turned upside down. They don’t know where to turn next. When you hire us, we’re going to be doing all we can to obtain justice on your behalf. You just got one thing to do, which is to get **Allan Siegel (02:53):** better. We are Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata and Siegel. Personal Injury Attorneys in Washington, DC. ## Whistleblower Attorney Washington, D.C. ### **Whistleblower Examples** Whistleblower cases refer to the reporting of misconduct or illegal activities within a government agency or private organization. The False Claims Act permits any person who knows about misconduct committed against the government to bring a lawsuit on behalf of the government. Known as a whistleblower or [qui tam](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/whistleblower-cases/qui-tam/) lawsuit, these claims allow the person who initiates the suit (the whistleblower) to be paid a significant portion of the funds recovered if the lawsuit is successful. ### **The False Claims Act (31 U.S.C. § 3729-3733) covers different types of fraud, including:** - Making false statements for the purpose of receiving payment - Seeking payment from the government for services that were not performed - Overbilling the government - Making false claims to Medicare - Making records to back up false statements - Taking money or property intended for the government - Purchasing government property from someone not authorized to sell it - Conspiring to commit any of the acts above Under the False Claims Act, any person is permitted to bring legal action on behalf of the government. Because you are expected to prove your claim in court, it is recommended that whistleblowers only pursue legal recourse if he or she can produce evidence, or knows of evidence that can prove the claim. Employees often bring this type of action against their employee because they are in an ideal position to witness fraud. ### What the False Claims Act Guarantees The False Claims Act guarantees confidentiality, because the complaint is filed under seal and remains under seal for at least 60 days. The claim also protects from retaliation by your employer. If you are threatened, harassed, discharged, suspended, or demoted in response to your whistleblower lawsuit, you are entitled to “all relief necessary” to make you “whole,” which may include reinstatement at a former position, up to two times back pay, and damages. The False Claims Act also states that the whistleblower will be awarded between 15 – 25% of the amount recovered if the federal government accepts the case. There is no limit to this award. Some notable whistleblower cases have recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for the government, leading to tens of millions of dollars in [cash awards](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/whistleblower-cases/whistleblower-cash-award-program/) to individual whistleblowers. ### Fraud Has a Harmful Ripple Effect on Everyone With the Troubled Asset Relief Program (TARP) bank bailout and the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA, commonly known as the 2009 Stimulus Act), the U.S. government committed to the largest payouts to private companies in history. The rationale was that all American citizens would ultimately benefit, but fraud can diminish the country’s collective gains from these payments. **From Naval maintenance operations to genetic research to tax fraud committed by a business, numerous projects in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC are funded by government money** and / or commit fraud. If you are aware of any fraud being committed against the government, our legal team is prepared to help you file a whistleblower lawsuit. ![Main CSCS Video - Thumb 1](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/1.png) ## Get free advice about the compensation you deserve. At Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C., our car accident attorneys fight tirelessly to secure the compensation you deserve, handling every aspect of your case to protect your rights. Trust us to stand by you and advocate aggressively on your behalf. [Free Case Evaluation](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/contact-us/) Visit Us in Person 1232 17th St NW Washington, DC 20036 The whistleblower and qui tam attorneys at Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C. represent individuals who report fraud against the federal government in cases involving [qui tam False Claims Act actions](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/whistleblower-cases/qui-tam/), [health care fraud](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/whistleblower-cases/health-care-fraud/), [Medicare and Medicaid fraud](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/whistleblower-cases/medicare-medicaid-fraud/), [government contractor fraud](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/whistleblower-cases/government-contractor-fraud/), and [Anti-Kickback Statute violations](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/whistleblower-cases/anti-kickback-statute/), with full guidance on [whistleblower protections](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/whistleblower-cases/whistleblower-protections/) and [retaliation claims](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/whistleblower-cases/can-my-employer-retaliate/) for those considering coming forward. Top 10 Mistakes Made After an Accident Review these common auto accident mistakes to protect your rights. [READ OUR E-BOOK](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/E-Book.pdf) Meet Our Team [Learn More About Us](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/about-us/) Ira Sherman Partner Licensed in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and New York With over four decades of courtroom experience, **Ira Sherman** is a powerhouse trial lawyer who has won justice for countless victims of serious injury, discrimination, and medical malpractice. Known for his relentless advocacy, compassion, and proven results, he’s the attorney clients trust when everything is on the line. [Ira Sherman's Bio](https://chaikinandsherman.com/attorney-profiles/ira-sherman/) Joseph Cammarata Partner Licensed in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia A dual board-certified civil trial attorney, **Joseph Cammarata** is nationally recognized for his fierce advocacy, landmark legal victories, and relentless pursuit of justice for victims of serious injury, wrongful death, sexual assault, and civil rights violations. With wins against powerful opponents—including a historic U.S. Supreme Court case securing equal access to justice—he’s the attorney clients trust when they need skill, strength, and results that matter. [Joe Cammarata's Bio](https://chaikinandsherman.com/attorney-profiles/joseph-cammarata/) Allan M. Siegel​ Partner Licensed in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia **Allan M. Siegel** is a board-certified trial attorney and partner at Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C., known for securing justice in serious personal injury, brain injury, and wrongful death cases. Recognized as one of Washington’s *Top 100 Super Lawyers®* and a *Best Lawyer®* in America, he combines strategic precision, courtroom skill, and relentless advocacy to win full and fair compensation for his clients. [Allan Siegel's Bio](https://www.chaikinandsherman.com/attorney-profiles/allan-m-siegel) Stephen Ollar Partner Licensed in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia **Stephen Ollar** is an award-winning trial attorney and U.S. Army veteran dedicated to holding negligent individuals and corporations accountable. Recognized as a *Super Lawyers Rising Star* from 2020–2025, he’s known for his tenacity, precision, and unwavering pursuit of justice in personal injury, auto accident, and medical malpractice cases. 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