Mallinckrodt Agrees to Pay Millions to Settle False Claims Act Allegations

October 17, 2019 by Begelman and Orlow

False Claims Act Violations The UK-based pharmaceutical company Mallinckrodt has agreed to settle federal False Claims Act claims. The drugmaker has agreed to make a $15 million settlement payment to the federal government to resolve whistleblower allegations that the company, back when it was known as Questcor Pharmaceuticals, provided benefits and other kickbacks to physicians… More

How to Exercise Your Employee Rights

October 10, 2019 by Begelman and Orlow

Employment Law Violations Every single employee in New Jersey and the rest of the country is protected by various laws at the local, state, and federal levels. Employees have rights that protect them from discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, retaliation and many other workplace problems. It’s important for you to know what your rights are as… More

When Can an Injured Employee File a Lawsuit Against His or Her Employer?

September 20, 2019 by Begelman and Orlow

Benefits of Filing a Personal Injury Claim for Your Workplace Injury When an employee is injured at work, the most common type of claim that an employee files to receive monetary compensation for his or her injuries is a workers’ compensation claim. This is because employees are generally entitled to workers’ compensation if they are… More

How Does an OSHA Violation Affect a Workers’ Compensation Claim?

September 10, 2019 by Begelman and Orlow

Workers’ Comp and OSHA Violations When employees are injured at work, they are usually entitled to receive workers’ compensation. Workers’ compensation is insurance that employers carry to provide injured employees with money to cover medical expenses related to their injuries, to cover occupational rehabilitation, and to provide temporary wage replacement. When employees are injured at… More

Dos and Don’ts after a Car Accident

August 28, 2019 by Begelman and Orlow

What to do After a Car Accident in NJ The things that people do following an auto accident can impact the outcome of their personal injury claim. A professional car accident attorney in New Jersey can offer helpful advice on the do’s and don’ts to follow after you have been involved in a car accident. … More