Claudia Rankine: Poetry and Racism

Julie Doherty, a former employee of CR Bard, suspected Medicare fraud involving overpriced medical products. After being dismissed, she filed a whistleblower lawsuit under the False Claims Act, which led to a $48 million settlement. The case highlights the Act's role in combating fraud and the ongoing debate about its reform. Despite financial compensation, Doherty reflects on the personal challenges of being a whistleblower.

How much money did the federal government recover under the False Claims Act in the fiscal year that ended on September 30th?

What are some criticisms of the False Claims Act mentioned in the text?

What does Julie say about the personal impact of being a whistleblower?