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October 17, 2022 | Posted By: Emma Doull
The Supreme Court recently refused to resolve a long-time circuit split regarding the False Claims Act’s rule 9(b), which requires whistleblowers to “state with particularity the circumstances constituting fraud.” Circuits have been divided on the application of this standard and whether or not specific examples of fraudulent billing are required to avoid the dismissal of […]
Learn MoreOctober 15, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
When it comes to buying a bar, many business owners make the decision to go into business with other parties according to our friends at Silverman Law Office, PLLC.. One of the best moves partners, shareholders, and other joint business owners can make is to agree to execute a buy-sell agreement that governs what would […]
Learn MoreOctober 09, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
When you were hired by your current employer, it is likely that you negotiated details in your employment contract, such as your salary and the benefits you would receive. These negotiations are common during the hiring process, and many may not realize that they can often do the same thing when they leave their current […]
Learn MoreSeptember 04, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
Noticing unethical or illegal practices in your workplace can be a startling discovery. You may see evidence of fraud, environmental crimes, mismanagement of government resources or discrimination that you know is wrong and certainly not in the public’s best interests. Once you are aware of such activity, you have two choices. You can keep quiet […]
Learn MoreAugust 19, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
While some of the initial shock of the pandemic has died down, some people are still getting and transmitting COVID-19. The recovery is relatively quick for some, but for others, it can drag on for a long time. When you are recovering from COVID or helping a loved one through COVID, it can limit your […]
Learn MoreAugust 16, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
The workplace dynamic has changed for many over recent years, with increased remote options, telecommuting and even downsizing. This might create some confusion about whether you are an employee or an independent contractor. In fact, the line between the two classifications can sometimes seem blurry, but knowing the difference is important for ensuring the protection […]
Learn MoreAugust 09, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
It takes an extraordinary amount of courage to speak out against wrongdoing, especially when that act of courage could cost one his or her job. If you are speaking out about illegal actions at your place of employment, you may worry about how this could affect your job, your future career opportunities and even your […]
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June 29, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
A 5-4 ruling on Wednesday, June 29, 2022, will allow military service members to sue state agencies for discrimination under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act, representing an enormous victory for the men and women of the United States Armed Forces.
Learn MoreJune 11, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC
Learning you are pregnant should be a time of excitement and expectation, not frustration and fear of the future. Unfortunately, you may find yourself uncertain of what will happen if you find that your pregnancy has negatively affected your status at work. Pregnancy discrimination is an unfortunate reality for many women, and if you are […]
Learn MoreMay 25, 2022 | Posted By: Emma Doull
Hoyer Law Group’s case U.S. ex rel. Owsley v. Fazzi Associates Inc. et al, is one of three cases before the U.S. Supreme Court concerning a long-time circuit split.
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