The Supreme Court will hear arguments this spring about the “biggest threat” the False Claims Act has faced since it was modernized four decades ago. It’s an issue that could undercut the FCA’s ability to hold bad actors accountable and recover … [Read more...]
New law: Workplace sexual harassment victims can’t be silenced
New landmark legislation ensures workplace victims of sexual harassment or sexual assault can have their days in court — regardless of whatever clauses may be folded into their employment contracts. During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we wanted … [Read more...]
Sutter Health settlement part of record year for whistleblower recoveries
A record $90 million False Claims Act settlement for the government as a result of a whistleblower lawsuit by a Keller Grover client was among the cases highlighted by the U.S. Department of Justice in a recent announcement touting its 2021 … [Read more...]
California Supreme Court ruling protects job seekers’ privacy
A job search is tough enough without having to worry that a potential employer is getting a little too nosy. Obviously, employers (as well as landlords and others) need some background information from applicants, particularly for certain types of … [Read more...]
Do Contests and Sweepstakes Protect Your Data? Don’t Bet on It.
Free concert tickets or hotel rooms may sound enticing, but think twice before you provide a contest sponsor with your private information; it may or may not be in safe hands. Case in point: In Portland, Ore., more than 13,000 people had their … [Read more...]