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California Independent Contractor Misclassification Costs Amity In-Home Care $2.3M
Worker Misclassification Costs Amity $2.3M On February 20, 2025, the California Labor Commissioner’s Office (“LCO”), a division of the Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”), fined Amity In-Home Care Services, Inc. (“Amity”) over $2.3 million for misclassifying its workers as independent contractors. Amity is a California-based home care agency that provides non-medical services such as personal hygiene, light housekeeping, companionship, and mobility assistance through its team of “skilled and dependable caregivers.”…
When to Consult a Gender Discrimination Attorney – Lessons from Facebook’s Netherlands Bias Ruling
Facebook’s Gender Discrimination Ruling: What It Means for Future Lawsuits A recent decision by the Netherlands Institute for Human Rights has found that Facebook’s advertising algorithm engaged in gender discrimination, raising serious concerns about bias in digital hiring practices. For anyone who believes they have been unfairly excluded from job opportunities due to biased digital advertising, consulting an employment attorney may be the best step forward. This case raises important…
Lockheed Martin Fraud Settlement Under False Claims Act
Lockheed Martin Corporation (“LMC”) has recently faced allegations by a whistleblower on behalf of the Department of Justice (“DOJ”) over defense contractor fraud under the False Claims Act (“FCA”). The company was accused of not disclosing its knowledge of cost or pricing data in its possession to the Joint Program Office (“JPO”). On February 6, 2025, the DOJ announced that LMC had reached a settlement of $29.74 million to resolve…
The Cost of Worker Misclassification in Maryland
Worker misclassification is a widespread issue that affects thousands of employees across Maryland, depriving them of critical benefits and protections. Many workers who should be classified as employees are instead misclassified as independent contractors, often without their knowledge. This can result in lost wages, denied benefits, and reduced legal protections, making it harder for workers to access the rights they deserve. Worker Misclassification in Maryland: What Employees & Employers Need…
Can My Employer Legally Retaliate Against Me For Reporting Misconduct?
Reporting misconduct in the workplace is a courageous act that often comes with considerable stress and uncertainty. While whistleblowers play a crucial role in upholding integrity and accountability within organizations, fear of retaliation can make the decision to speak out particularly challenging. At Miller Shah, we recognize the pressures whistleblowers face. Our mission is to help these individuals understand their legal protections and provide the guidance they need to bring…
Bard Lawsuit Ends in $17 Million Settlement Over Kickback Allegations
There are serious legal consequences to violating the False Claims Act (“FCA”), particularly in cases involving illegal kickbacks in the healthcare industry, as demonstrated by the $17 million Bard fraud settlement. This settlement resolved allegations that C.R. Bard, Inc. and its affiliates provided unlawful incentives to urology practice groups to influence medical device prescriptions. The lawsuit alleged that Bard and its subsidiaries improperly offered discounts, free samples, and cost-saving benefits…
What Are the Pros and Cons of Class Actions?
Class action lawsuits are legal mechanisms that enable numerous plaintiffs who share similar grievances to collectively address wrongs committed by larger entities. As with any legal action, there are pros and cons to this style of litigation. The legal team at Miller Shah has extensive experience managing class action cases, providing clients with quality guidance to navigate these complex legal procedures. We help individuals consider the pros and cons of…
Miller Shah LLP Finalizes $3.5 Million Settlement with IQVIA Inc.
On December 5, 2024, the District Court for the Middle District of North Carolina finalized a $3.5 million settlement against IQVIA Inc. (“IQVIA”), a healthcare technology company, resolving allegations that it mismanaged its $1.13 billion IQVIA 401(k) Plan (“Plan”). The class action lawsuit, brought on behalf of the Plan and approximately 9,000 employees, alleged breaches of fiduciary duty under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (“ERISA”). Plaintiffs Darya Dearing, Janice…
Miller Shah LLP Appeals Quest ERISA Dismissal to Third Circuit
On December 4, 2024, Plaintiffs Lawanda Lasha House Johnson, Rebecca A. Rice, and Shalamar Curtis (“Plaintiffs”) filed an appeal with the Third Circuit on behalf of Quest Diagnostic Inc. (“Quest”) employees to revisit their lawsuit alleging mismanagement of the Profit Sharing Plan of Quest Diagnostics (“Plan”). The proposed class, comprising of current and former employees, claims the District Court prematurely ruled in Quest’s favor without properly addressing significant factual disputes…
How the Dodd-Frank Act Aims to Prevent Another Financial Crisis
The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, enacted in 2010, is one of the most significant regulatory overhauls in the history of the United States since the Great Depression. It was introduced in response to the catastrophic financial crisis of 2008, aiming to bring greater stability and transparency to the financial industry. The law's provisions are designed to reduce risk, increase accountability, and provide robust consumer protections to…
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