Is There a Statute of Limitations on Qui Tam Lawsuits?

Nearly every lawsuit or legal action has a statute of limitations. A statute of limitations is the time limit within which the plaintiff, or person filing the lawsuit, can file a claim. Personal injury lawsuits in California have a statute of limitations of two years. Even criminal cases have a statute of limitations, although these will vary depending on the type of crime committed. When a whistleblower learns of wrongdoing, he or she also has the right to file a lawsuit, although these are different from personal injury or criminal lawsuits, even though criminal charges and damages could result from them. This has many wondering whether or not there is a statute of limitations on qui tam lawsuits. If there is, has that statute already run out? The Federal False Claims Act Continue reading The post Is There a Statute of Limitations on Qui Tam Lawsuits? appeared first on Healthcare Fraud Lawyer Blog.

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