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- 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
Key TakeawaysDone 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 telehealth fraud, and the DOJ Corporate Whistleblower Pilot Program (launched May 2025) offers financial[…]
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 telehealth fraud, and the DOJ Corporate Whistleblower Pilot Program (launched May 2025) […]
- 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 […]
- by Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP
- Whistleblower Law
Government watchdogs and prosecutors have intensified scrutiny of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), one of the primary therapies for autistic children, youth and adults. ABA seeks to help people build new skills and manage behavioral challenges commonly seen in autism spectrum disorders (ASD) by enacting changes based on the psychological principles of behaviorism. Sessions are often[…]
Government watchdogs and prosecutors have intensified scrutiny of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), one of the primary therapies for autistic children, youth and adults. ABA seeks to help people build new skills and manage behavioral challenges commonly seen in autism spectrum disorders (ASD) by enacting changes based on the psychological principles of behaviorism. Sessions are often […]
- by Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP
- Class Action, Employment Discrimination, Employment Law
AI hiring tools are changing the hiring process, but they can also replicate bias and discrimination. Learn how algorithmic recruiting affects job applicants, what the law says, and how our firm is leading the fight for equity. AI Bias in Hiring: What is Happening Now and What Employees Need to Know At Sanford Heisler Sharp[…]
AI hiring tools are changing the hiring process, but they can also replicate bias and discrimination. Learn how algorithmic recruiting affects job applicants, what the law says, and how our firm is leading the fight for equity. AI Bias in Hiring: What is Happening Now and What Employees Need to Know At , we’ve long […]
- by Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP
- Class Action, Employment Discrimination, Employment Law
When something unfair happens at work, you may assume no one else is going through the same struggle. In reality, your experience may be part of a much larger pattern affecting many other people. Sometimes what feels like an individual unlawful decision is actually the product of something your employer is imposing on others at[…]
When something unfair happens at work, you may assume no one else is going through the same struggle. In reality, your experience may be part of a much larger pattern affecting many other people. Sometimes what feels like an individual unlawful decision is actually the product of something your employer is imposing on others at […]
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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,