HKM Wins at Trial. HKM served as co-counsel representing defendants Delta Inn, Inc. and Hung G. Kim in a multi-million claim regarding the ownership of Delta Inn. Click here to read more.

Congratulations to Partners Donald W. Heyrich and Dan Kalish who were recognized by Washington Law and Politics once again. Donald W. Heyrich was named a SuperLawyer by the magazine, and Dan Kalish was named a Rising Star. Click here to read more.

HKM Wins Jury Verdict For Former Employee. HKM represented plaintiff Wendy Dorn in two-week jury trial regarding overtime wages. Click here to read more.

HKM Obtains Class Certification in Overtime Claim. On September 13, 2011, the Federal District Court in Oregon certified a class of Sleep Country sales associates in an overtime claim against the company. Click here to read more.

HKM Writes Employment Discrimination Section of the Washington State Practice Manual. Click here to read more.

HKM Prevails in Non-Compete Case. HKM represented Robert Heffner, current CEO of Falck North America, in non-compete lawsuit filed by Rural Metro Corp. Click here to read more.

HKM Defends Employee In Non-Compete Case. When an ex-employee of insynQ, Inc. was sued by the company for alleged violations of her non-compete agreement, she hired HKM. Click here to read more.

HKM Wards Off Vulcan Inc.'s Motion to Dismiss. HKM is representing a former employee who is suing Vulcan Inc. for discriminatory and harassing treatment, retaliation, and character defamation (among other things). Click here to read more.

HKM Files Wage Claim Lawsuit. Representing a former employee of Moxy, Inc. HKM filed a lawsuit against the company for wages and payments owed to the employee. Click here to read more.

HKM Takes Aim at Unsolicited Text Messages. Representing multiple consumers, HKM has filed class-action lawsuits against corporate entities charged with sending a barrage of unsolicited text messages (SMS). Click here to read more.

Portland Legal Help: Qui Tam Cases

Filing a Qui Tam Lawsuit in Oregon

Qui tam is an abbreviation of a Latin phrase which translates into "he who sues on behalf of the king and for himself". Qui tam laws allow individuals to file suit against other individuals or corporations who have defrauded the United States government. If it is found that fraud has in fact occurred, the person who reported the fraud, also known as the relator, will receive a monetary award. These cases are addressed in a similar manner to whistleblower cases and are filed secretly, often being investigated by the FBI before the party concerned is notified of any action against them. If you are aware of an instance of fraud against the U.S. government, contact a Portland employment law attorney for help approaching the situation in the correct manner. Examples of fraud against the federal government include:

Medicare overbilling
Medicare fraud
Clinical lab fraud
Ambulance billing fraud
Home Health Care fraud
Federal grant fraud
Education grant fraud
Government program fraud
Military contract fraud
Construction fraud
Government supplier fraud
Contractor services fraud
Work contract fraud
Falsely stating work was performed
False product inspections
Government procurement fraud
Fraudulent documentation
Filing fraudulent paperwork
Billing fraud
Misstating amounts owed to the government
Misrepresentation resulting in misappropriation of taxpayer money

Portland Employment Lawyer

If you believe you have a qui tam case, talk to the legal team at HKM Employment Attorneys. We can review the details of the fraud you report and ensure your case is approached in the most appropriate manner so as to protect your rights. Our attorneys will fight for a just outcome and are proud to contribute to your efforts to do the right thing.

If you are aware of fraud against the United States government, contact a Portland employment lawyer about your legal rights and options.