How People Are Earning Thousands Investigating Pandemic Fraud
Published On Nov 23, 2024, 5:00 AM
Private citizens, motivated by financial incentives and a desire to combat fraud, are investigating pandemic-related fraud involving small-business loans. They are filing lawsuits under the False Claims Act, which allows them to claim a percentage of any recovered funds. Some individuals have earned significant payouts, exceeding $1 million, by identifying businesses that received loans improperly. As the government seeks to recover billions lost to fraud, this trend of private citizens acting as whistleblowers is gaining traction.