If a whistleblower identifies fraudulent claims, what could be a true statement regarding potential rewards?

Receiving a reward for identifying fraudulent claims, particularly in the context of whistleblowing under the False Claims Act, is indeed a significant aspect of encouraging individuals to report such wrongdoing. When a whistleblower reports fraud, if the case leads to a successful recovery for the government, the whistleblower is entitled to a percentage of the resulting recovery. Typically, this percentage can range from 15% to 30% of the total amount recovered, depending on various factors, including the whistleblower's contribution to the investigation.

In this scenario, stating that the individual could receive at least 15% of the government's total award accurately reflects the potential outcomes of their action if the case they reported is successful and proves to be significant. Thus, this statement aligns with the provisions set out under the relevant whistleblower statutes, solidifying its correctness in this context.

The other statements do not align with the legal framework surrounding whistleblowing and rewards. For instance, reporting to the organization first is not a requirement for federal whistleblower statutes; indeed, many cases allow direct reporting to the government. Additionally, resolving the issue prior to reporting is not a prerequisite; whistleblowers often act because they believe that their organizations are not addressing the issues adequately.