A whistleblower claim is filed when a person with inside knowledge of the illegal or fraudulent activities of a company or organization reveals that information and sues on behalf of the government or the public….
Construction sites are a hubbub of fascinating activity and productivity, but they can also be fraught with danger for those who work there, or even for passersby or visitors. There are endless risks posed by…
When a company designs, manufactures, releases, or distributes a product that causes harm, they can be held responsible for the damage that they have caused. Product liability attorneys are knowledgeable and experienced in these types…
As a business owner, you want to staff your company with dedicated, talented employees who will work hard on your behalf, showing loyalty and dedication and acting as an integral part of the team. An…
Fraud is a term that is used to describe deception perpetrated in order to achieve some kind of goal or benefit. Fraud can be either civil, criminal, or both, with civil fraud being punishable by…
Sexual harassment is a phrase that gets used a lot, but few people have a good understanding of exactly what it entails, or of the legal rights that are afforded to those who have been…
A non-compete agreement is a contract that is generally agreed to between an employer and new employee or existing employee while in the course of their work, but which doesn’t actually take effect until the…
Fraud is a crime that many people equate with theft, but there is a distinction. There is also a distinction between criminal fraud and civil fraud. The basic difference between theft and fraud is that…
Highway construction and other public works is one of the primary areas in which government contract fraud takes place. The federal government is responsible for constantly upgrading and building highways, bridges, and other buildings for…
Billing fraud is a broad general term that describes a number of dishonest, deceptive billing practices designed to enrich the biller and cheat the organization being billed. Billing fraud can be as simple as charging…