New Orleans Whistleblower Attorney
Phone: (504) 525-2520
Based in New Orleans, whistleblower attorney James Arruebarrena assists Louisiana employees with whistleblower and qui tam claims (a provision of the Federal False Claims Act).
In an effort to curb company wrongdoing and fraud against taxpayers and the government, whistleblower laws were introduced that reward individuals (typically employees) for reporting wrongful conduct and bringing a lawsuit on behalf of the government for fraudulent or harmful conduct. An individual files a claim against a company for wrongdoing or fraud (blowing the whistle), on behalf of the government, and then share in proceeds from the recovery.
Experienced Environmental Whistleblower Lawyer
One piece of legislation that is particularly important is the Louisiana Environmental Whistleblower Act, which entitles employees who suffer reprisal for reporting illegal or harmful company conduct to treble damages (triple damages). This legislation targets companies that harm our environment, whether illegally disposing of toxic waste, or polluting our lakes, streams, the Gulf, or groundwater. Many of these claims come from oil field workers and oil refinery workers. If you are aware of a wrongdoing, and would like further information on your options, please contact Mr. Arruebarrena to discuss your options and how he can assist you.
Knowledgeable Qui Tam Attorney
Qui tam whistleblower laws are to help the government uncover fraud and abuse in government contracts. Sometimes referred to as the False Claims Act, qui tam actions are brought by individuals on behalf of the government, typically for fraud against the government, including government agencies such as Health and Welfare, Department of Education, Department of Transportation, NASA, and all military branches and military procurement contracts. If you are aware of fraud against the government, we can advise and help you with your qui tam claim.
One advantage to speaking with Mr. Arruebarrena about a whistleblower lawsuit is that he can let you know what to expect, and help protect you from harassment and termination. Whistleblower and qui tam claims take time. You may wait months before seeing any results. We want you to understand and be prepared for the path you are about to embark on. You are our client, and our concern is for what is in your best interest.
Contact an Experienced New Orleans Whistleblower Attorney
For more information on federal and Louisiana whistleblower laws, or to discuss your environmental whistleblower action or qui tam claim, please schedule a confidential consultation with Mr. Arruebarrena by calling us at (504) 525-2520, e-mailing us, or filling out our employment law intake form on our Contact Us page. We know you want to do the right thing, and we are here to prepare you and stand by you.
