Generated by Rank Math SEO, this is an llms.txt file designed to help LLMs better understand and index this website. # Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, LLP ## Sitemaps [XML Sitemap](https://sanfordheisler.com/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages. ## Posts - [Fake Pallets, Real Penalties: How a $549.5 Million Settlement Redefined Customs Fraud Enforcement Under the False Claims Act](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/fake-pallets-real-penalties-how-a-549-5-million-settlement-redefined-customs-fraud-enforcement-under-the-false-claims-act/): 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 after a criminal jury conviction and parallel civil qui tam cases—is the largest trade-related False Claims Act settlement in history. It underscores how the FCA’s qui tam mechanism can expose duty-evasion schemes and return significant funds to both the government and individual relators (the ones who bring claims to the government’s attention in the first place). Relators in Perfectus’s consolidated civil case will receive 17.5% of the proceeds returned to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). As this settlement strongly suggests, the False Claims Act provides a viable avenue for whistleblowers with customs fraud claims to secure justice—and often significant compensation in the form of a relator award. - [What Employees Should Know About Recent Developments at the EEOC](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/what-employees-should-know-about-recent-developments-at-the-eeoc/): 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 changed, what didn’t, and what it means for you. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight’s 21 Partners All Recognized in Lawdragon’s 2026 Guide](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknights-21-partners-all-recognized-in-lawdragons-2026-guide/): NEW YORK, July 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, one of the nation's leading public interest civil rights law firms, today announced that every partner in the firm has been named to the 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Civil Rights & Plaintiff Employment Lawyers guide, making Sanford Heisler the only civil rights and plaintiff employment law firm in the nation with at least 20 partners to have every partner recognized in the prestigious guide. The distinction reflects the firm's extraordinary depth of experience representing employees, whistleblowers, consumers, and individuals whose civil rights have been violated. - [Former Assistant U.S. Attorney and Veteran Trial Lawyer Brings Federal Prosecutorial Experience to Sanford Heisler’s National Civil Rights, Employment and Whistleblower Practice](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/former-assistant-u-s-attorney-and-veteran-trial-lawyer-brings-federal-prosecutorial-experience-to-sanford-heislers-national-civil-rights-employment-and-whistleblower-practice/): SAN DIEGO, July 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- , a national public interest and civil rights law firm, today announced that Michelle Wasserman has joined the firm as a partner in its San Diego office. Wasserman will represent employees, executives, and whistleblowers in complex employment litigation, relator representation and whistleblower retaliation matters, ERISA matters, and other high-stakes civil litigation, drawing on more than fifteen years of experience as a federal prosecutor, trial lawyer, and corporate investigations counsel. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Files $28 Million ERISA Representative Action Against Parsons Financial Corporation Plan Fiduciaries Retained a Poorly Performing Fund for Over 14 Years](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-files-28-million-erisa-representative-action-against-parsons-financial-corporation-plan-fiduciaries-retained-a-poorly-performing-fund-for-over-14-years/): CHANTILLY, Va., July 1, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- filed a $28 Million Complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia alleging that Parsons Financial Corporation and its fiduciaries violated ERISA by keeping a poorly performing fund in its retirement savings plan for more than a decade. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Files Lawsuit Against xAI and SpaceX on behalf of Former xAI Engineer Fired for Raising AI Safety Concerns](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-files-lawsuit-against-xai-and-spacex-on-behalf-of-former-xai-engineer-fired-for-raising-ai-safety-concerns/): Whistleblower Devin Kim alleges that he was fired in retaliation for repeatedly warning company leaders about AI safety and other risks associated with Grok - [How Statutes of Limitation Are Evolving for Child Sexual Abuse Claims](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/how-statutes-of-limitation-are-evolving-for-child-sexual-abuse-claims/): Reviewed by Christine Dunn and Carolin Guentert, Co-Chairs, Sexual Violence, Title IX and Victims' Rights Practice Group. Last updated: May 2026. - [Driving While Female: What Every Woman in Trucking Should Know About Gender Discrimination](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/driving-while-female-what-every-woman-in-trucking-should-know-about-gender-discrimination/): 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 statistics,” “challenges faced by women truck drivers,” and “women in trucking discrimination” reflect a growing awareness of these systemic issues. - [Department of Justice Immigration Judge Meghan Heesch Joins Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight as Partner in San Diego Heesch will Co-Chair the firm’s Trial Practice with Partner Andrew Macurdy](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/department-of-justice-immigration-judge-meghan-heesch-joins-sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-as-partner-in-san-diego-heesch-will-co-chair-the-firms-trial-practice-with-partner-andrew-macurdy/): SAN DIEGO, April 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- today announced that Meghan Heesch has joined the firm as a Partner in its San Diego office, where she will focus on ERISA litigation alongside partners Charles Field and Leigh Anne St. Charles. She will also join Andrew Macurdy as Co-Chair of the firm’s national Trial Practice. Heesch brings an extraordinary record of public service and high-stakes litigation experience, further enhancing the firm’s nationally recognized civil rights and social justice mission. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight LLP: 20 Pilot Trainees Now Allege Discrimination and Fraud In American Airlines and Coast Flight Training in Cadet Academy Litigation](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-llp-20-pilot-trainees-now-allege-discrimination-and-fraud-in-american-airlines-and-coast-flight-training-in-cadet-academy-litigation/): Lawsuit: Program targeted people of color, left trainees in debt and without pilot jobs - [South Korea’s 75-Year-Old Tax Whistleblower Program Just Got Stronger and the World Is Watching](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/south-koreas-75-year-old-tax-whistleblower-program-just-got-stronger-and-the-world-is-watching/): 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 cap, covers foreign nationals of any country, and operates through a dual-compensation structure unlike anything in the American legal system. For anyone tracking the global fight against tax fraud, and for whistleblowers considering where and how to report cross-border tax evasion, Korea's evolving model demands attention. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Files Additional Federal Tort Claims Act Complaint Against the Army on Behalf of Victim of Army Doctor Blaine McGraw](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-files-additional-federal-tort-claims-act-complaint-against-the-army-on-behalf-of-victim-of-army-doctor-blaine-mcgraw/): HONOLULU, Hawaii, April 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Attorneys at (“Sanford Heisler”) today filed a new Federal Tort Claims Act (“FTCA”) administrative complaint against the United States Department of the Army, the Defense Health Agency, and the Department of Defense (collectively “the Army”) on behalf of Jane Doe 8, who alleges that she was sexually abused by Army doctor Blaine McGraw during medical appointments at the Tripler Army Medical Center (“Tripler Medical Center”) in Honolulu, Hawaii. McGraw is currently facing numerous criminal charges for secretly recording dozens of female patients in the military medical system. Sanford Heisler previously filed seven FTCA complaints in December 2025 on behalf of Jane Does 1-7, whose complaints allege they were also sexually abused by McGraw at Tripler Medical Center and Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center (“Darnall Medical Center”) in Fort Hood, Texas. - [The Fall of Done Global: When Telehealth Becomes a Pipeline for Controlled Substances](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/the-fall-of-done-global-when-telehealth-becomes-a-pipeline-for-controlled-substances/): Federal prosecutors charged Done Global’s founder/CEO Ruthia He and Clinical President David Brody in a scheme to distribute Adderall and other controlled substances online, commit health care fraud, and obstruct justice, alleging the Company provided over 40 million stimulant pills and earned more than $100 million in revenue through  a subscription model that required only short initial encounters and pushed prescribers to issue stimulants even when patients did not qualify. A federal jury later found He and Brody guilty for conspiring to provide easy access to more than 40 million pills of Adderall and other stimulants in exchange for monthly fees, as part of a plan to build a billion‑dollar technology company. (See DOJ Press Release, "Founders of Telehealth Company Done Global Convicted of Conspiracy to Distribute Adderall," U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Virginia, February 2026.) They spent over $40 million on deceptive social media advertisements and targeted search terms to attract drug‑seeking consumers. Evidence showed an “auto‑refill” feature that enabled refills without clinical interaction for years, including, in some instances, for deceased patients. Leaders at Done Global discouraged or prohibited the Company from discharging patients even when families warned of bipolar disorder or Adderall‑induced psychosis. Done Global ignored significant risks to patients by allowing auto-refills without proper oversight and providing prescriptions to patients who demonstrated red flags. The Done Global executives are set to be sentenced on July 7, 2026. - [Telehealth Prescription Fraud: What Whistleblowers Should Know About Reporting It](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/telehealth-prescription-fraud-what-whistleblowers-should-know-about-reporting-it/): 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. - [New Amendment to NYC’s Gender-Motivated Violence Act (GMVA) Expands Survivors’ Rights and Reopens Lookback Window Through July 2027](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/new-amendment-to-nycs-gender-motivated-violence-act-gmva-expands-survivors-rights-and-reopens-lookback-window-through-july-2027/): 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 January 29, 2026, enacting it as Law 2026/050. The amendment significantly expands survivors’ rights by reviving previously expired claims until July 2027 and allowing institutions to face increased accountability for enabling gender-based violence. - [Negotiating an Executive Severance Package in the Shadow of a Whistleblower Claim](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/negotiating-an-executive-severance-package-in-the-shadow-of-a-whistleblower-claim/): 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 is considering raising concerns about potential wrongdoing needs to understand how to protect their rights when securing a fair exit from their employer – including how whistleblower claims can impact severance negotiations, what legal protections impact whistleblowers, and the strategies to help negotiate the best severance package, without sacrificing your ability to report misconduct. Preparation under the guidance of an experienced employment lawyer who understands severance package issues is key – the stakes are too high for anything less. - [So You Think Your Employer May Have Unlawfully Discriminated Against or Fired You – What to Do Next](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/so-you-think-your-employer-may-have-unlawfully-discriminated-against-or-fired-you-what-to-do-next/): 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? - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Named Labor & Employment Firm of the Year by Benchmark Litigation for Second Consecutive Year](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-named-labor-employment-firm-of-the-year-by-benchmark-litigation-for-second-consecutive-year/): NEW YORK, March 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- , a nationally recognized employment, civil rights and social justice plaintiff side law firm, has been named Labor & Employment Firm of the Year at the Benchmark Litigation U.S. Awards for the second consecutive year, underscoring the firm’s continued leadership in high-impact employment litigation and advocacy on behalf of employees, whistleblowers, and other individuals. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Secures Compassionate Release for Richard Brown in 1988 Kansas City Fire Case](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-secures-compassionate-release-for-richard-brown-in-1988-kansas-city-fire-case/): KANSAS CITY, Mo., Feb. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight announced today that the United States District Court for the Western District of Missouri granted compassionate release to Richard W. Brown, vacating his life sentence and resentencing him to time served with five years of supervised release. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Files $134 Million ERISA Class Action Case Against Stifel Financial, Corp. on Behalf of More Than 10,000 Retirement Plan Participants](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-files-134-million-erisa-class-action-case-against-stifel-financial-corp-on-behalf-of-more-than-10000-retirement-plan-participants/): A proposed ERISA class action alleges that fiduciaries responsible for Stifel Financial Corp.’s retirement plan breached their duties by allowing participants to pay excessive fees and suffer investment-related losses. The lawsuit seeks approximately $134 million on behalf of more than 10,000 plan participants. The case reflects continued scrutiny of retirement plan management and fiduciary compliance under ERISA. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Continues to Pursue Severance Payment on Behalf of Former Twitter Employees](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-continues-to-pursue-severance-payment-on-behalf-of-former-twitter-employees/): Former Twitter employees continue to pursue claims seeking severance benefits they allege were promised but not paid following workforce reductions. The dispute centers on contractual obligations, employee expectations, and employer responsibilities during large-scale layoffs. The case highlights the legal risks employers face when severance commitments are not honored. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Files $70+ Million ERISA Class Action Case Against BLOOMBERG, L.P. on Behalf of More Than 20,000 Retirement Plan Participants](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-files-70-million-erisa-class-action-case-against-bloomberg-l-p-on-behalf-of-more-than-20000-retirement-plan-participants/): A proposed ERISA class action alleges that fiduciaries overseeing Bloomberg L.P.’s retirement plan failed to adequately protect participants from excessive fees and imprudent plan management. The lawsuit seeks approximately $70 million in damages on behalf of more than 20,000 retirement plan participants. The case reflects ongoing efforts to hold plan fiduciaries accountable for protecting employee retirement savings. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Files Federal Tort Claims Act Complaint Against the Army for Failing to Protect a Former Fort Hood Soldier Who Was Raped by Serial Predator Sergeant Greville Clarke](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-files-federal-tort-claims-act-complaint-against-the-army-for-failing-to-protect-a-former-fort-hood-soldier-who-was-raped-by-serial-predator-sergeant-greville-clarke/): A Federal Tort Claims Act complaint alleges that the Army failed to protect a Fort Hood soldier from sexual assault by a noncommissioned officer with a known history of misconduct. The case seeks accountability for institutional failures that allegedly allowed a serial predator to continue harming service members. The lawsuit highlights broader concerns regarding military responses to sexual violence and survivor protections. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Promotes Two Lawyers to Partnership and Two Lawyers to Senior Litigation Counsel](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-promotes-two-lawyers-to-partnership-and-two-lawyers-to-senior-litigation-counsel/): Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight announced the promotion of two attorneys to partnership and two attorneys to senior litigation counsel positions. The promotions recognize significant contributions to the firm’s litigation, advocacy, and client representation efforts. The announcement reflects the firm’s continued growth and investment in leadership development. - [Fraud against Autistic Individuals, Their Loved Ones, and Beyond](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/fraud-against-autistic-individuals-their-loved-ones-and-beyond/): 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 individualized and designed to meet the unique needs of each person. State Medicaid programs and similar public benefits often provide funding for ABA therapy, aiming to ensure all autistic individuals can access these essential services. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Files Lawsuit Against Colgate University for Failure to Keep Student-Athlete Safe from Abusive Coach](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-files-lawsuit-against-colgate-university-for-failure-to-keep-student-athlete-safe-from-abusive-coach/): A lawsuit against Colgate University alleges that the institution failed to protect a student-athlete from an abusive coach despite warning signs and opportunities for intervention. The complaint seeks accountability for alleged institutional failures that allowed harmful conduct to continue. The case highlights the legal responsibilities educational institutions have to safeguard students from abuse and misconduct. - [AI Bias in Hiring: Algorithmic Recruiting and Your Rights](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/ai-bias-in-hiring-algorithmic-recruiting-and-your-rights/): Artificial intelligence is increasingly being used to screen resumes, evaluate candidates, and make hiring recommendations, but algorithmic systems can perpetuate or amplify existing biases. Employers that rely on flawed AI tools may unintentionally discriminate against applicants based on race, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. As regulators increase scrutiny of algorithmic hiring practices, workers and applicants must understand their rights when technology influences employment decisions. - [When Your Experience Is Part of Something Bigger: A Guide to Understanding Class Actions](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/when-your-experience-is-part-of-something-bigger-a-guide-to-understanding-class-actions/): Class actions allow individuals who have suffered similar harm to join together in a single lawsuit, making it possible to challenge misconduct that might otherwise go unaddressed. These cases help level the playing field by allowing large groups of affected individuals to pursue accountability and compensation collectively. Understanding how class actions work can help individuals recognize when their experience may be part of a broader pattern of unlawful conduct. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Files $36 Million Lawsuit on Behalf of Eighteen Student Pilots Deceived and Discriminated Against While Attending the American Airlines Cadet Academy](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-files-36-million-lawsuit-on-behalf-of-eighteen-student-pilots-deceived-and-discriminated-against-while-attending-the-american-airlines-cadet-academy/): SAN DIEGO, Dec. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- , a leading national civil rights law firm, today filed a complaint against American Airlines, Inc. and American Airlines Group, Inc. (“American Airlines”), and Coast Flight Training and Management, Inc. (“Coast”) (collectively, “Defendants”) and American Airlines Federal Credit Union, alleging that the Defendants made false and misleading statements to eighteen student pilots (“the Cadets”) and targeted the Cadets, all people of color, to induce them to attend a discriminatory pilot training academy. The Cadets seek $36 million in damages for the alleged unlawful conduct. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Files 7 Federal Tort Claims Act Complaints Against the Army on Behalf of Victims of Fort Hood Army Doctor Blaine McGraw](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-files-7-federal-tort-claims-act-complaints-against-the-army-on-behalf-of-victims-of-fort-hood-army-doctor-blaine-mcgraw/): Seven Federal Tort Claims Act complaints were filed on behalf of individuals allegedly harmed by a former Army doctor stationed at Fort Hood. The filings contend that the Army failed to adequately supervise and respond to misconduct, allowing abuse to continue. The cases seek accountability for institutional failures and compensation for survivors. - [David Sanford, Chairman of Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, Named to Forbes Inaugural 2025 Best-In-State Lawyers List for New York](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/david-sanford-chairman-of-sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-named-to-forbes-inaugural-2025-best-in-state-lawyers-list-for-new-york/): Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Chairman David Sanford was recognized on Forbes’ inaugural Best-in-State Lawyers list for New York. The recognition highlights professional achievement, litigation success, and contributions to the legal profession. The honor reflects broader recognition of advocacy efforts on behalf of employees, whistleblowers, investors, and victims. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Recognized Among Top-Tier U.S. Law Firms in Best Law Firms® 2026 Rankings in Three Cities](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-recognized-among-top-tier-u-s-law-firms-in-best-law-firms-2026-rankings-in-three-cities/): Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight earned top-tier rankings in the 2026 Best Law Firms report across multiple cities and practice areas. The rankings recognize firms demonstrating excellence in legal services, client outcomes, and professional reputation. The recognition reflects the firm’s continued prominence in employment, civil rights, whistleblower, and complex litigation matters. - [Three Ways State & Local Governments Can Protect Workers Right Now](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/three-ways-state-local-governments-can-protect-workers-right-now/): State and local governments can play a critical role in protecting workers’ rights, particularly when federal labor protections face uncertainty or reduced enforcement. By strengthening local labor standards, expanding enforcement mechanisms, and increasing worker protections, governments can help safeguard employees from wage theft, discrimination, and retaliation. - [Sanford Heisler and Fell Law Sue Law Firm For Alleged Self Dealing](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-and-fell-law-sue-law-firm-for-alleged-self-dealing/): KANSAS CITY, Sept. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  and Fell Law filed an ERISA class action complaint today in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri that alleges self-dealing and other breaches of fiduciary duty by the law firm Husch Blackwell LLP and members of its Executive Board (the “Husch Blackwell Defendants”). According to the lawsuit, the Husch Blackwell Defendants have carried out on-going breaches of fiduciary duties under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act, 29 U.S.C. §§ 1001–1461 (“ERISA”), in connection with the management of the Husch Blackwell 401(k) Trust Fund (the “Plan”). - [Sanford Heisler Along with Co-Counsel Secure Largest Jury Verdict Against a Gun Dealer in U.S. History](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-along-with-co-counsel-secure-largest-jury-verdict-against-a-gun-dealer-in-u-s-history/): A jury returned a landmark verdict against a gun dealer in litigation involving allegations that business practices contributed to unlawful firearm activity and resulting harm. The verdict represents a significant development in efforts to use civil litigation to promote accountability and deter misconduct. The case demonstrates the potential impact of large-scale verdicts in shaping industry practices and public safety discussions. - [Trial Underway in Baltimore City’s Lawsuit Against Maryland Gun Dealer Hanover Armory](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/trial-underway-in-baltimore-citys-lawsuit-against-maryland-gun-dealer-hanover-armory/): Baltimore City’s lawsuit against Hanover Armory proceeded to trial, focusing on allegations that the dealer’s practices contributed to illegal firearm trafficking and public safety harms. The case examines the responsibilities of firearm dealers to comply with applicable laws and prevent unlawful transfers. The litigation reflects broader efforts by municipalities to address gun violence through civil legal actions. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Files Suit Against Baby Products Brand Munchkin, Inc., Alleging Retaliation Against Former General Counsel For Sticking Up For Moms](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-files-suit-against-baby-products-brand-munchkin-inc-alleging-retaliation-against-former-general-counsel-for-sticking-up-for-moms/): A lawsuit alleges that Munchkin, Inc. retaliated against its former General Counsel after she raised concerns regarding issues affecting consumers and product safety. The case centers on whistleblower and retaliation protections that shield employees who report potential misconduct. The lawsuit highlights the legal risks companies face when adverse actions are taken against employees who speak up about compliance concerns. - [Lawdragon Names 21 at Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Among 2025’s Leading Civil Rights & Plaintiff Employment Lawyers](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/lawdragon-names-21-at-sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-among-2025s-leading-civil-rights-plaintiff-employment-lawyers/): Lawdragon recognized 21 Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight attorneys among its 2025 list of leading civil rights and plaintiff employment lawyers. The recognition highlights achievements in employment law, civil rights advocacy, and complex litigation. The rankings reflect the attorneys’ work representing employees, whistleblowers, investors, and victims nationwide. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Wins Final Approval of Record-Breaking $69 Million Settlement on Behalf of More Than 350,000 Retirement Plan Beneficiaries](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-wins-final-approval-of-record-breaking-69-million-settlement-on-behalf-of-more-than-350000-retirement-plan-beneficiaries/): A federal court granted final approval to a $69 million settlement resolving claims on behalf of more than 350,000 retirement plan beneficiaries. The case alleged violations of fiduciary duties under ERISA relating to retirement plan management and participant interests. The settlement represents a significant recovery for affected participants and underscores the importance of fiduciary accountability. - [Nonbinary Clients and the Law: Best Practices](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/nonbinary-clients-and-the-law-best-practices/): Legal systems and institutions are increasingly adapting to better serve nonbinary individuals, but significant challenges remain. Attorneys, employers, courts, and policymakers must ensure that legal processes recognize and respect gender diversity. The article explores practical considerations and best practices for promoting equal treatment and meaningful access to justice for nonbinary individuals. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight’s Zheng Named Among 2025’s “Top Women Lawyers” by The Daily Journal for Exceptional Litigation Results and Prodigious Community Service](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknights-zheng-named-among-2025s-top-women-lawyers-by-the-daily-journal-for-exceptional-litigation-results-and-prodigious-community-service/): Media Contact: Jamie Moss, newsPRos, at 201-788-0142 or Jamie@newspros.com. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Files ERISA Class Action Case Against TIAA on Behalf of More Than 28,000 Retirement Plan Participants](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-files-erisa-class-action-case-against-tiaa-on-behalf-of-more-than-28000-retirement-plan-participants/): Media Contact: Jamie Moss, newsPRos, at 201-788-0142 or Jamie@newspros.com. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight Files ERISA Class Action Case Against Discount Tire and Empower Trust Company on Behalf of More Than 16,000 Retirement Plan Participants](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-files-erisa-class-action-case-against-discount-tire-and-empower-trust-company-on-behalf-of-more-than-16000-retirement-plan-participants/): Media Contact: Jamie Moss, newsPRos, at 201-788-0142 or Jamie@newspros.com. - [Sanford Heisler Sharp McKnight, Valerian Law and Dardarian Ho Kan & Lee Have Reached a $15.5 Million Settlement of California Private Attorneys General Suit Against Oracle America, Inc. Concerning California Sales Employees](https://sanfordheisler.com/press-releases/sanford-heisler-sharp-mcknight-valerian-law-and-dardarian-ho-kan-lee-have-reached-a-15-5-million-settlement-of-california-private-attorneys-general-suit-against-oracle-america-inc-concerning-cal/): Media Contact: Jamie Moss, newsPRos, at 201-788-0142 or Jamie@newspros.com. - [Maryland’s Child Victims Act Explained: FAQs and What This Means for Survivors](https://sanfordheisler.com/blog/marylands-child-victims-act-explained-faqs-and-what-this-means-for-survivors/): Maryland's Child Victims Act marks a significant expansion of survivors' rights to bring civil claims for childhood sexual abuse, including claims previously barred by statutes of limitations. 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