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Washington State Is Banning Noncompete Agreements, and the Trend Is Coming for Employers Everywhere

April 15, 2026 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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Noncompete agreements are under siege across the country, and Washington State just became the latest state to ban them almost entirely. On March 23, 2026, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed Engrossed Substitute House Bill 1155 into law. When it takes effect on June 30, 2027, nearly all noncompetition covenants in Washington will be void and […]

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What Hospitality Employers Need to Know About Tip Credits Before Summer 2026

April 09, 2026 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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Summer hiring season is almost here, and for hotels, restaurants, bars, and other hospitality businesses, that means one thing beyond staffing headaches: making sure your wage and hour practices are airtight before the first seasonal employee clocks in. Tip credit rules, in particular, have been shifting at the federal, state, and local levels, and getting […]

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Smart Ways to Work With Legal Counsel

March 26, 2026 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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Hiring a business attorney is an investment. Like any investment, the return depends on how thoughtfully you approach it. Business owners who understand how to engage with legal counsel get more value and avoid common frustrations. Our friends at Ghassemian Law Group discuss practical strategies for making your attorney relationship more productive and cost-effective. A […]

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What the DOD-Anthropic Dispute Means for Government Contractors and Businesses That Work With the Federal Government

March 25, 2026 | Posted By: Sean Estes

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The federal government’s escalating conflict with the artificial intelligence (“AI”) company Anthropic has captured headlines, but its implications reach far beyond the tech industry. If your business holds a government contract, subcontracts under one, or is considering entering the federal marketplace, this dispute carries lessons you cannot afford to ignore. Here is what happened, what […]

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Documenting Workplace Sexual Harassment

March 24, 2026 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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Sexual harassment at work is serious. It’s also, unfortunately, something far too many people experience. And when you’re ready to file a formal complaint or take legal action, the strength of your case often comes down to one thing: documentation. Courts want evidence. Investigators want evidence. Even internal HR departments rely on it. Without solid […]

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Ninth Circuit Revives Major False Claims Act Lawsuit Over Drug Pricing in the 340B Program

March 20, 2026 | Posted By: Sean Estes

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On March 17, 2026, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit issued a unanimous decision that could reshape how whistleblowers fight pharmaceutical fraud. In U.S. ex rel. Adventist Health System of West v. AbbVie Inc., the court reversed a district court dismissal and cleared the way for a hospital system to pursue False […]

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Employment Lawsuits Hit Record Highs in 2025: What Employees and Employers Need to Know

March 10, 2026 | Posted By: Sean Estes

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Federal employment lawsuits surged to their highest levels in nearly a decade last year. According to a 2026 Employment Litigation Report by Lex Machina, a legal analytics provider, plaintiffs filed 26,635 employment law cases in federal courts in 2025, the highest total since at least 2016. The increase was fueled primarily by a sharp rise […]

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The False Claims Act Is Changing: What Whistleblowers Need to Know Right Now

March 06, 2026 | Posted By: Sean Estes

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The federal government’s most powerful fraud-fighting tool is undergoing significant change. The False Claims Act (FCA) is being stretched in new directions by President Trump’s administration, tested in federal court, and watched closely by anyone who suspects that a company or employer is defrauding the government. If you are a whistleblower, a healthcare worker, a […]

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Selling Your Business: A Comprehensive Guide for Small to Medium-Sized Companies

February 10, 2026 | Posted By: Dave Scher

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Selling a business you’ve built from the ground up is one of the most significant decisions you’ll ever make as an entrepreneur. Whether you’re ready to retire, pursue a new venture, or capitalize on the value you’ve created, the process of selling a business can be complex, emotional, and fraught with potential pitfalls. This guide […]

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How Whistleblowers Are Recovering Billions for Taxpayers

February 05, 2026 | Posted By: Dave Scher

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PPP Fraud and the False Claims Act When the COVID-19 pandemic brought the American economy to a sudden halt in early 2020, Congress moved swiftly to provide emergency financial relief. The Paycheck Protection Program (“PPP”), authorized under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (“CARES”) Act, was designed to help small businesses keep employees on […]

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DOJ Reports $6.8 Billion in False Claims Act Recoveries

January 25, 2026 | Posted By: Sean Estes

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A routine compliance lapse can turn into an existential problem when federal dollars are in the revenue stream. That is the central message of the U.S. Department of Justice’s latest False Claims Act (“FCA”) annual results: DOJ reported more than $6.8 billion in FCA settlements and judgments for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, […]

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Centralizing Civil Rights Compliance Beyond Title IX

January 17, 2026 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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A 2026 Playbook for Education Employers: Title IX used to occupy a relatively defined lane for many schools, colleges, and universities. Today, that lane is wider – and still widening. As the civil-rights landscape evolves, many Title IX Coordinators are being asked to oversee compliance responsibilities that extend well beyond sex-based discrimination. Institutions increasingly expect […]

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