May 8, 2024 | False Claims Act
The DOJ reached a settlement with Baptist Health System Inc. (Baptist Health) to resolve allegations of violating the False Claims Act (“FCA”). Baptist Health is a not-for-profit Florida parent corporation for a network of hospitals and medical providers that submit...
May 7, 2024 | Health Care Fraud
The DOJ announced that Adarsh Gupta, a New Jersey doctor, was convicted of three counts of health care fraud and two counts of false statements relating to health care matters for causing the submission of over $5.4 million in fraudulent claims to Medicare. Dr. Gupta...
May 7, 2024 | Land Use Law, Land Zoning Law
Atlanta, like many major cities across the United States, is grappling with a severe shortage of affordable housing. Skyrocketing property values and rising construction costs have made homeownership an elusive dream for countless families. In response to this crisis,...
Apr 24, 2024 | Business Litigation, Employment Law
On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) issued a Final Rule which bans noncompete clauses for all but a few employees. If the rule goes into effect, even existing noncompetes for the vast majority of American workers would be deemed unenforceable. The...
Apr 23, 2024 | Brand Protection, Trademark Enforcement, Trademark Protection
A Texas trademark showdown between two tequila brands came to a likely end earlier this week, with the plaintiff’s bid for an injunction being shaken and the defendant’s brand unstirred. In Casa Tradicion, S.A. de C.V. v. Casa Azul Spirits, LLC, CV H-22-2972, 2024 WL...
Apr 23, 2024 | Land Use Law
Navigating the development of land, whether for personal or commercial purposes, involves a multifaceted process encompassing legal, financial, and environmental considerations. Central to this process is land use planning, an indispensable aspect of development and...
Apr 23, 2024 | Accessory Dwelling Units
In the vibrant city of Atlanta, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) offer homeowners a flexible housing solution while upholding the distinctive charm of residential neighborhoods. Also referred to as granny flats, in-law suites, or backyard cottages, ADUs can either...
Apr 23, 2024 | Government Investigations
In the wake of the fiasco leaving thousands of Taylor Swift fans without tickets to see their favorite performer, Ticketmaster faces scrutiny from the Department of Justice for alleged questionable business practices. Since its longstanding merger with Live Nation in...
