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The False Claims Act is a United States federal law originally enacted in 1863 to recover fraudulently acquired funds from government contractors.  In 1986, The False Claims Act was amended to increase... more +

The False Claims Act is a United States federal law originally enacted in 1863 to recover fraudulently acquired funds from government contractors.  In 1986, The False Claims Act was amended to increase whistleblower incentives and to permit the government to seek treble damages for allegations of fraud against the government