Force majeure refers to an act, event, or circumstance that extends beyond someone's control. If a contract includes a force majeure clause, a participant may be able to cite this clause to get out of the agreement. With help from a Georgia business litigation lawyer, you can find out if you can capitalize...
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IRS processes $10 billion worth of ERC claims, reopens Voluntary Disclosure Program through November 22, 2024
The IRS announced on October 10, 2024, significant progress in processing approximately 400,000 Employee Retention Credit (ERC) claims, representing $10 billion in eligible claims. These claims, part of a pandemic-era program, have been delayed due to a high volume of improper claims driven by aggressive marketing. To address this, the IRS...
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Catastrophic injuries in sports: Legal rights and liability
Catastrophic injuries in sports can occur for many reasons, and every time they do, they can create devastating outcomes, often for young lives. Understanding your rights under the law can help you to learn what your next step is.
You do not have to wait for help. Contact a skilled Georgia catastrophic injury attorney...
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How do fraud and abuse impact the costs of health care?
Healthcare fraud and abuse result in billions of dollars of losses each year for the federal government and private insurance companies. The ultimate cost of those losses is far-reaching, which is why the government is very committed to detecting and prosecuting healthcare fraud.
Healthcare fraud is a crime under federal law, and those who violate...
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No such thing as victimless crime: The impact of white-collar crimes in Atlanta
When individuals consider a rise in crime, they often picture more violent acts such as homicides, drug atrocities, and property crimes. But white-collar crimes often pose a more serious threat to a community than blue-collar crimes.
Being convicted of a white-collar crime is a serious offense that should not be taken lightly. Its consequences can...
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Catastrophic injuries on Lake Lanier: Don’t let reckless boaters spoil your summer
Boating on the lake in Georgia is part of most people's summer fun. But too often, a day on the water ends tragically on Lake Lanier. Since its creation in 1956, Lake Lanier has claimed approximately 700 lives. Sitting less than an hour away from Atlanta and accessible to several other major US cities...
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When does the FBI get involved in a case?
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) looks into a variety of crimes within eight major sections, five of which are criminal and three of which are for national security purposes.
If you have received a target letter from the Department of Justice (DOJ), call a Georgia federal investigations defense lawyer from Griffin Durham Tanner...
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Microsoft ordered to pay $20 million for illegally collecting children’s personal information
Parents focused on protecting their children’s internet privacy had a win recently in court. Microsoft, the company behind the popular Xbox Live interactive gaming platform, was found in violation of the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Rule (COPPA Rule). Keep reading for more from...
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How healthcare scams have become a $100B issue in the U.S.
Healthcare fraud schemes have cost the U.S. government, taxpayers, and insurance companies nearly $100 billion annually. If you think the government isn’t taking any alleged fraud seriously, – or anything that even resembles fraud – think again.
According to the National Health Care Anti-Fraud Association, Medicare and Medicaid fraud...
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FTC and data sharing: What you need to know
In today's digital era, the exchange of information has grown significantly, with companies frequently gathering and disseminating personal data, leading to substantial privacy issues.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) oversees data-sharing activities and safeguards consumers against unjust and misleading business practices. In this post, we’ll examine the FTC's function in regulating data sharing and the...
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