Whistleblower Claims

Let’s be honest—if you work in AML compliance, you’ve probably seen a lot of things swept under the rug. Maybe you’ve filed escalation after escalation only to have them closed with no explanation. Maybe your manager told you, “Let it go—this client is too important.” Maybe you’ve been written up or shut out for pushing […]

If you work in anti-money laundering (AML) compliance, you’re likely on the front lines of detecting illicit finance—whether it’s through suspicious customer behavior, ignored red flags, or management’s failure to file required reports. But what if your institution isn’t just falling short—it’s violating the law? Thanks to the Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA) Whistleblower Program, professionals

May bagong programa ang gobyerno ng Estados Unidos na layong labanan ang money laundering at pag-iwas sa economic sanctions—ito ang Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Whistleblower Program. Sa pamamagitan ng programang ito, maaaring makatanggap ng malaking gantimpala ang sinumang makapagsusumbong ng mga seryosong paglabag sa batas, kabilang na ang paggamit ng cryptocurrencies para magtago ng pera o

The U.S. government has launched a powerful new tool in the fight against financial crime: the Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Whistleblower Program. Established through the Anti-Money Laundering Act of 2020 and expanded by the AML Whistleblower Improvement Act in December 2022, this program marks a major shift in how the U.S. encourages individuals to report money

The Illinois False Claims Act (IFCA) is a powerful tool that allows private individuals, known as whistleblowers, to sue on behalf of the state when they uncover fraud against government programs. It closely resembles the federal False Claims Act (FCA) but has some key differences that impact businesses, government contractors, and employees who witness fraud.

Whistleblowers play a critical role in exposing fraud against the government at the city, state, and federal levels. Whether it involves fraudulent billing, misuse of public funds, or violations of government contracts, the False Claims Act (FCA) allows private citizens to report wrongdoing and even receive a financial reward for doing so. Illinois has its

Retaliation occurs when an employer, landlord, or other party punishes someone for exercising their legal rights. Illinois law, along with federal, Chicago, and Cook County regulations, provides strong protections against retaliation in employment, housing, and whistleblower cases. This guide breaks down the laws, elements of a retaliation claim, damages available, and the legal process for

False claims laws exist to protect public funds from fraud and abuse. In Chicago, Cook County, and Illinois, businesses and individuals that submit false claims for government funds can face serious legal consequences, including heavy fines and liability under the Illinois False Claims Act and local ordinances. If you have knowledge of fraud against the

If you know about fraud against the government, you may have the power to stop it—and even receive a financial reward for doing so. The Illinois False Claims Act (IFCA) allows private citizens to file lawsuits on behalf of the state when businesses or individuals submit false claims for payment. This law is one of

If you have inside knowledge of fraud against the City of Chicago – whether as an employee, contractor, or business insider – you may have a legal right to blow the whistle and receive a financial reward. Under the Chicago False Claims Ordinance (CFO), whistleblowers who expose fraud against the city can file a qui