South Carolina Whistleblower Overview

In 2026, a South Carolina laboratory agreed to pay the federal government $6.8 million because it allegedly paid illegal kickbacks to doctors, in violation of the False Claims Act. Behind a major fraud case like this is often a single person who spoke up: a whistleblower who exposed false claims and helped trigger a government investigation.

If you suspect wrongdoing, you don’t have to stay silent—the law offers both protections and, in many cases, rewards, if you take action.

If you’re an employee, contractor, or customer of a South Carolina company and you have proof of fraud against the government, you need strong legal support to protect your rights and guide you through the system. If you’re considering becoming a whistleblower, Miller Law Group has the depth of experience and commitment you need.

Whistleblowing in South Carolina

If you are considering coming forward as a whistleblower, you may be worried about what laws protect you. South Carolina law offers some legal protections for whistleblowers willing to speak up against wrongdoing. But the state does not have its own False Claims Act, limiting South Carolina’s ability to root out fraud involving state dollars.

Whistleblowers in South Carolina who have knowledge of fraud involving federal dollars, or state dollars that originated with the federal government, can seek protection and rewards under the federal False Claims Act.

The False Claims Act is a law that allows individuals to sue on behalf of the government to stop fraud involving federal funds. The False Claims Act also applies when a state distributes federal money. For instance, COVID support dollars were distributed to states, and those state governments decided how to use them. Misuse of those funds that passed through the state is a violation of the federal False Claims Act, even though states defined how they were to be used.

The False Claims Act includes money paid under contracts, grants, or federal programs. South Carolina whistleblowers who know of Medicaid fraud can report that fraud under the federal False Claims Act because Medicaid is funded by both the federal and state governments.

But the legal processes involved in filing a claim or reporting illegal conduct are complex; not taking the proper course of action could risk both your protections and any reward you may be eligible for.

If you know of fraud involving federal government funds, whether paid directly by the federal government or via the South Carolina government, you need to consult an experienced whistleblower attorney. South Carolina Medicaid fraud is included in this category.

You don’t have to navigate this process alone. Understanding your rights is the first step toward protecting yourself and holding wrongdoers accountable. The whistleblower attorneys at Miller Law Group are experienced with South Carolina whistleblower laws and the False Claims Act. They’re ready to help you when you’re ready to come forward.

Who is a Whistleblower?

A whistleblower is someone who “blows the whistle” to bring attention to wrongdoing. You can be a whistleblower as long as you have personal knowledge of wrongdoing by a company you engage with—whether as an employer, contractor, competitor, or otherwise.

As a South Carolina whistleblower, you may have several paths to report the illegal or fraudulent conduct you witness, depending on the nature of the behavior and what kind of proof you have.

You can file a lawsuit under the False Claims Act, on behalf of the government, or you can report concerns directly to government agencies such as the Department of Justice, the Office of Inspector General, or a federal contracting office. You may also report internally through your employer’s compliance or ethics hotline. A whistleblower attorney can help you understand your options and choose the best way to proceed.

You don’t need to have all the answers before reaching out. A South Carolina whistleblower attorney can assess whether the conduct you’ve observed may constitute a false claim or other illegal conduct and help guide you through options and next steps.

Retaliation

Reporting an employer’s illegal actions or fraud takes courage, and many who do so rightly fear repercussions—studies show that whistleblowers often experience retaliation, including dismissal, suspension, demotion, salary decreases, or even just harassment or isolation that makes it difficult or impossible to do your job. The federal False Claims Act includes an anti-retaliation provision—extending protections to every whistleblower that comes forward. Other federal and state laws may also offer legal recourse if your employer retaliates against you. South Carolina state law also offers some protections to whistleblowers.

Miller Law Group’s experienced South Carolina whistleblower attorneys can make sure you are protected and help you make your report from a place of confidence, not fear.

What’s Next?

A South Carolina whistleblower attorney can guide you from identifying your claim through working with government investigators and, if necessary, pressing your case in court—ensuring the process is handled correctly from start to finish. If you are aware of false claims that are being committed against the U.S. Government or the State of South Carolina, Miller Law Group can help you.

But some claims are time-limited. See one of Miller Law Group’s South Carolina whistleblower attorneys today to find out how you can report fraudulent conduct. Contact us for a free consultation and evaluation of your case.