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- Customs Fraud
On May 12, 2026, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California announced that False Claims Act (FCA) defendant Perfectus Aluminum Inc. and related entities had agreed to pay $549.5 million to resolve customs fraud allegations tied to antidumping and countervailing duty evasion on materials shipped to the U.S. from China. This resolution—achieved[…]
On May 12, 2026, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California announced that False Claims Act (FCA) defendant Perfectus Aluminum Inc. and related entities had agreed to pay $549.5 million to resolve customs fraud allegations tied to antidumping and countervailing duty evasion on materials shipped to the U.S. from China. This resolution—achieved […]
- by Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP
- Employment Law, Working for Justice Blog
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC” or “Commission”) has been busy the last few weeks. The Commission has changed certain regulations and announced priorities for the agency through 2030. If you’re an employee thinking about filing a discrimination charge with the EEOC, or if you have a charge already pending, here is what actually[…]
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC” or “Commission”) has been busy the last few weeks. The Commission has changed certain regulations and announced priorities for the agency through 2030. If you’re an employee thinking about filing a discrimination charge with the EEOC, or if you have a charge already pending, here is what actually […]
- by Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP
- Sexual Violence, Title IX, and Victims’ Rights
Reviewed by Christine Dunn and Carolin Guentert, Co-Chairs, Sexual Violence, Title IX and Victims' Rights Practice Group. Last updated: May 2026.Although documented instances of child sexual abuse date back to at least the fifteenth century, the United States has long treated such abuse as aberrational – the work of individuals operating far beyond the ordinary,[…]
Reviewed by Christine Dunn and Carolin Guentert, Co-Chairs, Sexual Violence, Title IX and Victims’ Rights Practice Group. Last updated: May 2026. Although documented instances of child sexual abuse date back to at least the fifteenth century, the United States has long treated such abuse as aberrational – the work of individuals operating far beyond the […]
- by Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP
- Working for Justice Blog
The trucking industry is a backbone of the U.S. economy, delivering goods across thousands of miles each day. Yet for many women, pursuing a career behind the wheel comes with unique obstacles. From unequal access to training and promotions to harassment and pay disparities, the challenges can be substantial. Searches such as “women in trucking[…]
The trucking industry is a backbone of the U.S. economy, delivering goods across thousands of miles each day. Yet for many women, pursuing a career behind the wheel comes with unique obstacles. From unequal access to training and promotions to harassment and pay disparities, the challenges can be substantial. Searches such as “women in trucking […]
- by Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP
- Whistleblower Law
South Korea is quietly running one of the most aggressive whistleblower reward programs, and in 2024 and 2026, it removed the ceiling on what whistleblowers can earn. Established in 1951, Korea's tax whistleblower framework predates every major U.S. whistleblower program by decades. It now offers rewards of up to 30% of recovered funds with no[…]
South Korea is quietly running one of the most aggressive whistleblower reward programs, and in 2024 and 2026, it removed the ceiling on what whistleblowers can earn. Established in 1951, Korea’s tax whistleblower framework predates every major U.S. whistleblower program by decades. It now offers rewards of up to 30% of recovered funds with no […]
- by Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP
- Working for Justice Blog
This post was last updated by the authors on August 10, 2026. Key Takeaways Done Global executives were convicted in the DOJ's first criminal prosecution of a telehealth company for illegal controlled substance distribution, involving over 40 million stimulant pills and $100 million in revenue. The DOJ, DEA, and HHS-OIG have signaled sustained enforcement against[…]
This post was last updated by the authors on August 10, 2026. Key Takeaways Done Global executives were convicted in the DOJ’s first criminal prosecution of a telehealth company for illegal controlled substance distribution, involving over 40 million stimulant pills and $100 million in revenue. The DOJ, DEA, and HHS-OIG have signaled sustained enforcement against […]
- by Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP
- Working for Justice Blog
You have probably seen the advertisements: quick visits, low monthly fees, and medication arriving at your doorstep. The recent explosion of internet-based prescribing and subscription medicine models may have made healthcare more accessible, but their high demand and rapid growth can also attract bad actors, increasing the risk of fraud. Federal enforcement against telehealth prescription[…]
You have probably seen the advertisements: quick visits, low monthly fees, and medication arriving at your doorstep. The recent explosion of internet-based prescribing and subscription medicine models may have made healthcare more accessible, but their high demand and rapid growth can also attract bad actors, increasing the risk of fraud. Federal enforcement against telehealth prescription […]
- by Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP
- Working for Justice Blog
On January 29, 2026, New York City took a major step forward for survivors of gender-based violence with the passage of Bill 1297-A, which amends the city's Gender-Motivated Violence Act ("GMVA"). The NYC Council passed Bill 1297-A unanimously (48-0) in November 2025, and after then-Mayor Adams vetoed the legislation, the Council overrode the veto on[…]
On January 29, 2026, New York City took a major step forward for survivors of gender-based violence with the passage of Bill 1297-A, which amends the city’s Gender-Motivated Violence Act (“GMVA”). The NYC Council passed Bill 1297-A unanimously (48-0) in November 2025, and after then-Mayor Adams vetoed the legislation, the Council overrode the veto on […]
- by Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP
- Working for Justice Blog
When an executive leader leaves their employer, negotiating a severance package can be a sensitive endeavor. If that executive is a potential whistleblower, the severance negotiations take on even greater importance. That’s because companies often offer severance pay in exchange for confidentiality and require departing team members to sign confidentiality waivers and agreements. Anyone who[…]
When an executive leader leaves their employer, negotiating a severance package can be a sensitive endeavor. If that executive is a potential whistleblower, the severance negotiations take on even greater importance. That’s because companies often offer severance pay in exchange for confidentiality and require departing team members to sign confidentiality waivers and agreements. Anyone who […]
- by Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP
- Working for Justice Blog
You may have watched workplace harassment, discrimination, and retaliation trainings as part of your office’s requirements, but what happens when you think you might actually be experiencing workplace discrimination, unequal treatment, or retaliation yourself? Every year, thousands of employees, executives, and professionals contact firms like Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, recognized nationally for employment discrimination and[…]
You may have watched workplace harassment, discrimination, and retaliation trainings as part of your office’s requirements, but what happens when you think you might actually be experiencing workplace discrimination, unequal treatment, or retaliation yourself? Every year, thousands of employees, executives, and professionals contact firms like Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, recognized nationally for employment discrimination and […]
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Navigating the Mutual Fund Maze, Part 1: What Is a Mutual Fund?
In Brief Mutual funds pool money from multiple investors to invest in diversified portfolios of stocks, bonds, or other assets. While they are widely used in retirement accounts and personal investing, many individuals do not fully understand how they operate, what risks they carry, or how fees and management decisions affect performance. For many investors,