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5 for the RoadStrategies for Avoiding Qui Tam Relator (Whistleblower)Controversies and ActionPatrick S. CoffeyWHYTE HIRSCHBOECK DUDEK S.C., Milwaukee, WIpcoffey@whdlaw.comChristopher E. KnightFOWLER WHITE BURNETT P.A., Miami, Floridacknight@fowler-white.com1. The government will continue to emphasize external reporting of alleged orsuspected fraud by companies and their responsible executives.2. The failure to understand and address the dynamics driving individuals toreport problems is the greatest risk.3. Potential whistleblower claims require reassessment of compliance and bettercommunicate to encourage internal reporting without fear of retaliation.4. Hotlines and other reporting mechanisms must be supplemented withmanagement efforts, including more reporting channels, tracking reporting,and responding to reported concerns.5. Evaluate and monitor risk and identify problems before they become claims.March 5, 2015© 3-5-2015 ALFA International

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