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Qui tam lawsuits allow private individuals to bring certain fraud claims on behalf of the federal government under the False Claims Act.

However, discovering questionable conduct does not automatically mean there is a viable qui tam case. The strength and source of the evidence, filing deadlines, the first-to-file rule, and how information is preserved can all affect what happens next. These lawsuits also begin under seal while the government investigates and decides whether to intervene.

If you want to learn more about qui tam lawsuits, you can check out our YouTube video with the link below

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In this video, we discuss disparate impact under Title VII, the EEOC’s recent National Enforcement Plan, and DOJ’s recent opinion on the EEOC’s disparate impact guidance.

Watch the full video to learn what employers should know and why neutral, job-related employment practices remain important.

The Department of Labor's 2026 agency rule list gives employers a preview of several workplace rules that may change in the coming months.

Notable items include independent-contractor classification, joint-employer status, tipped employees, and working-hour restrictions for 14- and 15-year-olds.

These planned rules are still at different stages, and the list does not change employers' legal obligations. For now, businesses should continue following current law while monitoring the proposals that could affect their workforce.

When workplace concerns come up, a well-run internal investigation helps employers understand what happened, preserve relevant evidence, protect employees, and determine whether corrective action is needed. The strongest investigations are prompt, impartial, organized, and grounded in facts.

Want to learn more about internal investigations? Check out our latest blog for more information.

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Our latest video goes over the use of an earnout in an M&A transaction. This video explains what earnouts are, why they are used, and what to consider before agreeing to one.

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A new bipartisan discussion draft of the Great American AI Act signals where federal AI regulation may be headed, including in areas like workforce development, cybersecurity, whistleblower protections, AI transparency, and AI's impact on the labor market.

For employers using AI tools, the takeaway is simple: know where AI is being used, who is reviewing AI-assisted decisions, and whether current policies address oversight, privacy, bias, and security.

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What kind of information should an employee handbook contain? Last month, Abby Wearden gave a presentation with the Kentucky NBI on drafting employee handbooks and policies. Swipe for some key takeaways.