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Preparing to Negotiate the Best Possible Severance Agreement

January 05, 2023 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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A severance package is something commonly offered by employers to terminated employees. If you received an offer, you may not realize that the terms of the agreement could be negotiable. While it may seem risky to ask for better terms if you no longer work for the company, it could be beneficial for your future to do so. Depending on the circumstances of your termination, you may have grounds to ask for better pay or other benefits.

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What To Do And Not To Do For A Truck Accident

December 24, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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Following a truck accident, you may feel like your head is spinning. While it’s true that truck accidents can cause dizziness, feeling like your head is spinning may be from everything you have gone through. The physical injuries you are suffering from, the stress and anxiety that came as a result of your accident, the […]

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Senate Implements Act Authorizing Whistleblower Awards under the Anti-Money Laundering Act

December 12, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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In 2020, the Senate passed The Anti-Money Laundering Act (“AMLA”), which included its own whistleblower program to encourage individuals to come forward with information concerning violations of the Bank Secrets Act (“BSA”).  The program is administered by the U.S. Department of Treasury and notably, the program provides whistleblower rewards for information that leads to government […]

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Who May Need the Services of a Law Firm?

December 06, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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Law Firms Law firms assist clients each day with a multitude of different things relating to the law. Some law firms are able to cross into many different types of law too. Other firms may specialize in a certain type of law area, like personal injury or medical malpractice. Others may work across different areas […]

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What You Should Know About Probate

November 29, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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Probate Lawyer Probate is the legal process in which a will is proven valid in court. If you are the executor of someone’s estate, you are responsible for beginning the probate process. Here are several important things you should know about probate. Not All Assets Have to Be Probated First and foremost, it is important […]

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Common Myths About Wills

November 20, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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Wills Lawyer A will is an estate planning document that allows you state your wishes regarding the distribution of your assets after you die. If you want to establish a will soon, you should learn about the facts, as there is a lot of misinformation out there. Here are some common myths about wills that […]

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What is employment discrimination?

October 21, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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Chances are that work is the place where you spend many of your waking hours. Even if you love the job you do, the workplace is not always where you want to be. You might also agree that the more pleasant the work environment, the more productive you are and the more satisfied you feel […]

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What does the Rule 9(b) Split mean for Future Whistleblowers?

October 17, 2022 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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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 […]

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Buy-Sell Agreements For Future Business Ownership Changes

October 15, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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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 […]

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What should be in your severance agreement?

October 09, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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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 […]

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Protecting yourself as a whistleblower

September 04, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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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 […]

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What are my options for caring for someone with long COVID?

August 19, 2022 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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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 […]

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