I have frequently discussed on this blog how the False Claims Act aims to prevent companies working for the federal government from providing inferior goods, overcharging, charging for work not performed, and providing kickbacks. If a whistleblower comes forward and reports occurrences of this sort of illegal behavior, the False Claims Act also provides explicit […]
The Federal Railroad Safety Act (FRSA) protects workers who report violations of federal railroad safety laws or refuse to work in dangerous conditions. I will describe this program in detail below, but in a nutshell, it protects employees from retaliation and provides rewards to those who report unsafe conditions. A recent case bolstered FRSA whistleblowers’ […]
One of the most common pieces of machinery that I see on Mississippi work sites is the skid steer, or, its brand name, the Bobcat. These small, practical pieces of machinery are ubiquitous on work sites because they can perform a wide variety of tasks and, unlike larger machines, are relatively easy to learn to […]
I want to provide an overview of a recent appeal to come out of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The case Wadler v. Bio-Rad is an important decision because it underscores that in-house counsel, attorneys, compliance officers, and internal auditors are often the first to recognize illegal activities and can become whistleblowers. Sanford Wadler, […]
Workplace injuries are universal, regardless of whether you work on a fishing boat, an oil rig, or in a cubicle. As a result, all Mississippi employers must carry worker’s compensation insurance. Worker’s compensation insurance is a decent safety net if you suffer a minor or short-term workplace injury, but you should also know that you […]
Today I saw a truck pulled over on the side of the road, and a construction crew was picking up loose lumber that had spilled out all over the road. That was an unfortunate incident for that crew, but it could have been a tragic accident if even one of those boards had struck an […]
Usually, the phrase “everything you say may be used against you in a court of law” is brought up in the context of criminal law, not civil. But statements made to your medical provider after you have experienced a severe injury may come back to haunt you in court as well. While I always want […]
If you have been reading articles or watching news reports related to the BP Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill, you know that there has been a settlement in many of the BP Oil Spill cases. That said, there is still no end in sight to litigation and compensation for many of those affected by the spill. […]
When a severe automobile, construction, or any other kind of catastrophic accident occurs, it is vital that you have experienced counsel on your side that can seize evidence related to your case. Unfortunately, I have seen people here in Mississippi either hire an attorney too late or retain inexperienced counsel with tragic results—significant evidence is […]
Mississippi’s wonderful climate should make it a perfect place to walk outdoors. Unfortunately, it is all too common for families to come into my office to discuss a severe automobile accident that injured or killed their loved one who was innocently walking down the street. While Mississippi’s climate may be excellent for pedestrians, our roadways […]
