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What Private Employers Need to Know About the Federal DEI Crackdown

May 24, 2025 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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In January 2025, workplace compliance underwent a significant shift with the issuance of Executive Order 14173 by President Donald Trump. Titled “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity,” this sweeping action has sparked concern, not just for federal contractors but increasingly for private employers as well. With its broad framing of diversity, equity, and inclusion […]

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Florida Employers Face Rising Pressure on I-9 and E-Verify Compliance in 2025

May 05, 2025 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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As immigration policy continues to generate national debate, Florida has taken one of the most aggressive stances in the country regarding employment verification. Since July 1, 2023, the state’s mandatory E-Verify law has imposed strict documentation requirements on private employers, backed by steep penalties for noncompliance. Now, in 2025, new legislation proposes to expand those […]

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Florida’s New Noncompete Law: What Executives and Key Employees Need to Know

April 30, 2025 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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Florida is changing the rules around noncompete agreements—and if you’re a high-earning executive, sales professional, or partner in a closely held business, the new law could dramatically impact your career mobility. On April 24, 2025, the Florida Legislature passed HB 1219, known as the Florida Contracts Honoring Opportunity, Investment, Confidentiality, and Economic Growth (CHOICE) Act. […]

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Executive Order Eliminating Disparate-Impact Liability: What It Means for Employees and Employers

April 25, 2025 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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On April 23, 2025, the White House issued a sweeping Executive Order aimed at eliminating the use of disparate-impact liability across the federal government. Titled “Restoring Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy,” the Order articulates a sharp departure from previous enforcement mechanisms in civil rights law, especially as they pertain to employment and anti-discrimination practices. A […]

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When Politics Freeze Progress: How Executive Power Grabs Disrupt Federal Funding and Hurt Accountability

March 28, 2025 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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In 2024 and early 2025, multiple federal court rulings struck down executive attempts to unilaterally freeze foreign aid, slash agency budgets, and expand presidential authority. These developments highlight a less-discussed but critical battleground: who controls the purse strings of public programs, and what happens when those strings are cut by politics instead of policy? At […]

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The Fight Over Accountability: FCA Enforcement, Executive Overreach, and What It Means for Whistleblowers

March 14, 2025 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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In recent months, a series of legal decisions and executive actions have spotlighted the ongoing tension between the False Claims Act (“FCA”) and executive efforts to limit oversight. For whistleblowers, taxpayers, and ethical contractors, these developments are not just courtroom drama; they represent a shifting legal landscape that may impact the future of fraud enforcement. […]

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Hoyer Law Group Earns Gold Award for Family-Friendly Business Practices

March 07, 2025 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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At Hoyer Law Group, we have always believed that supporting our employees and their families is key to building a strong, successful law firm. That’s why we are honored to announce that we have received the Gold Award from Family Friendly Tampa Bay in recognition of our commitment to creating a workplace that prioritizes work-life […]

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Understanding Sex Discrimination At Work

March 03, 2025 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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Sex discrimination occurs when an employee is treated unfairly or unequally based on gender. This can happen in many ways and affects individuals in various work environments, from corporate offices to blue-collar jobs. A lawyer, like a sex discrimination lawyer, knows that discrimination can manifest in different forms, including biased hiring practices, unequal pay, harassment, […]

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Federal Workers Under Fire: What You Need to Know and How a Federal Employee Attorney Can Help

February 28, 2025 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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In early 2025, millions of federal employees received a jarring email: (1) resign now, and you’ll get paid through September, or (2) prepare to be fired based on changing standards. The message, titled “Fork in the Road,” came from the Office of Personnel Management (“OPM”) under the direction of the Trump administration. It promised up […]

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The False Claims Act in 2025: What Whistleblowers Need to Know About New Government Priorities

February 14, 2025 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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At Hoyer Law Group, our whistleblower attorneys stay on the front lines of change—closely monitoring how legal and political developments impact False Claims Act (“FCA”) enforcement. In our view, the FCA remains the government’s most potent tool to fight fraud, and for whistleblowers, it’s a gateway to exposing wrongdoing and recovering substantial awards. This blog […]

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Looking Back at the End of 2024: Key Developments in Whistleblower Law

January 20, 2025 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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As 2024 drew to a close, significant legal developments reshaped the landscape of whistleblower protections and False Claims Act (“FCA”) litigation. Courts issued pivotal rulings, agencies pursued major settlements, and new constitutional challenges emerged that could alter the future of qui tam enforcement. For our federal whistleblower lawyer and those engaged in FCA cases, these […]

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Legal Developments to Watch in 2025: What Businesses Need to Know

January 05, 2025 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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As we enter 2025, the legal landscape is evolving rapidly, with significant court rulings, regulatory shifts, and legislative changes poised to impact businesses, government contractors, legal professionals, and Florida litigators. From artificial intelligence in legal ethics to new government contract policies and Florida’s litigation reforms, the year ahead promises major developments across multiple practice areas. […]

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