Non-compete agreements are often part of employment contracts, and they are highly common among the federal contractors of northern Virginia and Washington, D.C. As with any contract, you should review its meaning and potential impact on your future career with an attorney before signing anything. Companies generally use non-compete agreements to prevent employees from leaving […]
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Women and men should not have to deal with unwanted sexual advances, comments, or behaviors in the workplace. Unfortunately, many people suffer from a hostile or uncomfortable work environment due to sexual harassment. It is important to remember that this behavior is both unacceptable and illegal. No one should feel uncomfortable at work or be
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Losing a loved one is a traumatic experience for any family. When that loss is caused by someone else’s negligence the pain can be compounded by the need for answers and the desire for justice. Attorney James Shoemaker can help you understand your legal rights to bring the at-fault party to justice. Call today at
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Unemployment can have a devastating effect on a person’s life. However, if you have been a victim of wrongful discharge, you may be able to seek justice and compensation with the help of an experienced unemployment attorney. James Shoemaker has years of experience helping those who have been wrongfully terminated, and as a partner at
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Pharmaceutical fraud is one of the most prevalent types of fraud in the USA. Last year alone the federal government recovered over $4.7 billion from False Claims Act cases. Pharmaceutical fraud hurts not only the government but the average citizen as well by hiking drug prices, hiding research that reveals adverse side effects, misrepresenting FDA-approved
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Trying to understand whether you should be receiving overtime pay for working long hours can be confusing when you are a salaried employee. James Shoemaker, an experienced overtime lawyer can help make that process easier. For salary workers, three factors determine whether you are exempt from overtime pay: Are you paid more than $455 each
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Knowing exactly what Medicare and Medicaid fraud is can be a challenge. There are many intricacies to the federal insurance programs that, sometimes, only an experienced litigator can understand. However, if you believe a company or individual is committing fraud against these federal healthcare programs, it’s important to speak up and find a lawyer that
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