Injury law firms handle a variety of cases, each with its own unique circumstances and challenges. While personal injury cases can vary widely, certain types of incidents tend to occur more frequently. These cases often involve serious injuries, financial strain, and...
Whistleblowers
How Tampa Bay Businesses Can Benefit from Monthly Retainer Legal Services
A monthly retainer for legal services is an agreement where you pay a law firm a fixed fee every month in exchange for ongoing legal support. This arrangement provides businesses with continuous access to legal advice at a predictable cost. It offers several...
The Importance Of Witness Statements In Personal Injury Cases
When a personal injury case arises, witness statements can play a key role in helping to establish what happened and who may be at fault. Whether the injury occurred due to a car accident, slip and fall, or another incident, having someone else corroborate the events...
DOJ Introduces Corporate Whistleblower Awards Program
On August 1, the Department of Justice officially launched and released the framework for its new Corporate Whistleblower Awards (CWA) Pilot Program. This establishes-- for the first time-- an official whistleblower award program offering financial awards to...
DOJ Files First Complaint Under the Civil Cyber-Fraud Initiative
DOJ Joins Whistleblower's False Claims Act Lawsuit Against Georgia Tech Over Cybersecurity Failures Late last month, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a lawsuit against the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech), accusing it of not meeting...
Hoyer Law Group Whistleblower Helps to Attain $106.8 Million False Claims Act Settlement
Hoyer Law Group, in partnership with counsel from Waters Kraus Paul & Siegelis, is pleased to announce its involvement in a False Claims Act case against Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc., which led to a settlement in excess of $100 million. Walgreens to Pay $106.8...
False Claims Act Update: Key Developments Whistleblowers Need to Know
If you are a whistleblower or considering becoming one, staying updated on recent legal changes affecting the False Claims Act (FCA) is crucial. The FCA is a powerful tool that allows private citizens to expose fraud against the government and potentially receive a...
Understanding the New DOJ Whistleblower Program: An Overview
The Department of Justice (DOJ) recently introduced a new whistleblower program, designed to incentivize individuals to report corporate misconduct not covered by other existing programs. This blog will provide an overview of this program, its goals, and some concerns...
How a Higher Bar Could Impact Whistleblowers in False Claims Act Cases
In a recent oral argument, the First Circuit Court hinted at a higher standard for proving cases under the False Claims Act (FCA), particularly those involving the Anti-Kickback Statute. This potential change has significant implications for whistleblowers and the...
Understanding the End of Chevron Deference and Its Impact
On June 28, 2024, the Supreme Court made a landmark decision to overturn a judicial principle known as the "Chevron Deference." This change could have substantial implications for various areas of law, including False Claims Act whistleblower cases and federal...