OFAC Sanctions Whistleblower Attorneys


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  • Reporting sanctions violations can qualify you for a whistleblower reward from the United States Treasury.


  • We will protect your interests, explain the process, and keep you informed every step of the way.


  • And we don’t get paid unless you earn a reward.


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The anti-Money Laundering Whistleblower Improvement Act of 2022 expanded a prior law to pay an award to a whistleblower for original information resulting in the collection of sanctions above $1 million.


This includes violation of:

  • The International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq)
  • Sections 5 and 12 of the Trading with the Enemy Act (50 U S C 4305, 4312
  • The Foreign Narcotics Kingpin Designation Act (21 USC 1901 et seq


A whistleblower in this program may report and maintain the confidentiality of their identity. They can obtain an award of 10% to 30% of the collected monetary sanctions.


For example, in March 2017 Zhongxing Telecommunications equipment corporation paid $100,871,266 in settlement for violations of the Iranian Transactions and Sanctions Regulations in supplying Iran with U.S. origin goods on the Commerce Control List.


"The attorneys at Newman & Shapiro were incredibly helpful guiding me through the process." 


-- Scott M.



"Jeff was a fierce advocate on my behalf fighting to expose the corporate fraud at my company. He helped me, and many others in the process" 


-- Jennifer S.



Case Results

$125 million

RehabCare Group, Inc.


Nation’s largest rehab service fraudulently billing for unnecessary therapy

$37 million

Biocompatibles, Inc.


Promoting off-label unauthorized use of medical device for cancer treatments

$7.9 million

Akorn Operating Company LLC


Fraudulently selling over-the-counter drugs as prescription drugs and submitting false records to Medicare.


Our Team

Jeff Newman Law specializes in representing whistleblowers in OFAC sanctions whistleblower cases.


We work with our clients to expose fraud, to achieve justice, and to protect our clients from retaliation.

Jeffrey Newman

Jeff has been representing whistleblowers for over 20 years. He has represented and protected whistleblowers in cases that have resulted in hundreds of millions of dollars in recoveries across healthcare, pharma, Medicare, financial fraud, customs fraud, and more. Jeff is dedicated to pursuing claims against the largest companies to help his clients win in major cases. 

FAQ

  • Will I be protected as an OFAC sanctions whistleblower?

    Yes. Whistleblowers are protected by laws and regulations.


    In OFAC sanctions whistleblower cases, your identity typically will be kept confidential for years and won’t be disclosed until the case is unsealed by the court. 


    It is also against the law for companies to retaliate against an employee for reporting wrongdoing. 


    Some whistleblowers worry that exposing fraud could jeopardize their jobs or careers. Fortunately, the law provides strong protections against retaliation by employers and future employers. 


    These protections make it illegal to terminate, demote, harass, or otherwise punish whistleblowers. 

  • What type of reward will I receive?

    Your financial reward for a successful case will vary by the type of claim and size of the fraud. 


    A whistleblower can receive 10-30% of any judgment in an OFAC sanctions case, and some rewards have been in the tens of millions of dollars.  

  • How do I pay for my lawyers?

    You pay us nothing unless you receive a whistleblower reward.


    We work on what’s called a contingency fee basis. That means we as a law firm are only compensated if you receive a reward. Our fee is a percentage of your reward.  


    You’ll never get a monthly bill from us. What you’ll get are experienced and zealous advocates fighting fraud by your side.

  • Do I have a viable claim?

    It’s important to seek legal counsel from a skilled and experienced whistleblower lawyer to help determine if you have a viable claim. 


    Whistleblower claims have unusual and detailed legal requirements that vary by the type of claim. This can be a complex determination, and one that we guide clients through during an initial free and confidential consultation. 


    It’s important to note that in all cases you will need to have evidence of sanctions fraud that is specific and can be corroborated through investigation.

  • Why should I report fraud?

    By become an OFAC sanctions whistleblower, you have the opportunity to bring the fraud to the attention of the government, which may force the company to comply with the law and protect others who may be impacted by the fraud. 


    Filing a whistleblower case also may entitle you to receive a monetary reward.


    Every year, tens of billions of taxpayer dollars are lost due to corporate fraud. Whistleblowers play a critical role in uncovering these frauds. 


    It takes courage to speak up. Lawmakers recognize this and have created both powerful financial incentives to encourage whistleblowers to come forward and strong protections for those whistleblowers.

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Jeff Newman Law

75 State Street, Ste. 100

Boston, MA 02109


1 Story Terrace

Marblehead, MA 01945