The US federal government is the world’s largest purchaser of goods and services. In addition to spending on healthcare (which accounts for a large portion of the federal budget), the federal government purchases a wide variety of products and services, including...
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Understanding Wrongful Termination for Federal Employees
As a federal employee, you enjoy strong job protections, but wrongful termination can still happen. This guide helps you understand what wrongful termination means for federal workers and explains what actions you can take if you're fired unlawfully. If your employer...
Is Federal Disability Retirement Hard to Get?
Obtaining federal disability retirement can be complex, particularly if you are not familiar with the process. In order to receive Federal Disability Retirement benefits, you must clearly show how your condition affects your ability to perform your job as a federal...
How to Ensure Successful Mergers and Acquisitions with Cybersecurity Due Diligence
In mergers and acquisitions (M&A), success isn't just about financials—it's also about managing risks, including cybersecurity. Cyber threats are becoming more advanced, so it's important to focus on cybersecurity due diligence to protect against potential risks...
Who Can Be a Qui Tam Relator?
A relator (whistleblower) is someone who files a qui tam, or False Claims Act, lawsuit on behalf the US government. They don’t have to be directly harmed by the fraud. Most people can be relators, but there are some key points to consider. To be a relator in a qui tam...
Medicare Advantage Remains a Top Enforcement Priority for the Department of Justice
Under the False Claims Act, the Department of Justice (DOJ) recovered more than $1.8 billion from settlements and judgments related to federal health matters in the last fiscal year. This amount represents about two-thirds of the DOJ’s total monetary fraud recoveries....
Important Facts About Temporary Disability Benefits
Temporary disability benefits can provide essential financial support when a workplace injury temporarily prevents someone from performing their job. These benefits are specifically designed to help cover a portion of your lost wages while you recover and regain your...
Severance Agreements and Releases of Claims in Florida
In Florida, a severance agreement is a legally binding contract between an employer and an employee outlining the terms of the employee's departure from the company. This agreement typically includes compensation, benefits, and specific conditions that both parties...
Trade Secrets and Their Protections in Florida
Trade secrets are a type of intellectual property protected by both federal and state laws in the U.S. In Florida, they are governed by the Florida Uniform Trade Secrets Act (FUTSA), outlined in Chapter 688 of the Florida Statutes. This law defines what a trade secret...
CFTC Awards Over $4 Million to Whistleblower
A CFTC whistleblower is an individual who reports violations of the Commodity Exchange Act to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). This act regulates commodity futures and options markets in the United States, and the CFTC enforces laws to prevent fraud,...