US Department of Labor cites Connecticut earthwork contractor for continued violations after follow-up inspection, proposes $1.2M fine
The U.S. Department of Labor has issued a citation against a Connecticut earthwork contractor for persistent safety violations, following a follow-up inspection. This action comes after the company failed to…
US Department of Labor to conduct targeted review of potential fraud in Minnesota’s Unemployment Insurance program
The U.S. Department of Labor is set to conduct a targeted review of potential fraud within Minnesota’s Unemployment Insurance program. This initiative aims to identify and address fraudulent claims that…
US Department of Labor cites California grower for agriculture employment violations
The U.S. Department of Labor has cited a California grower for violations related to agricultural employment practices. The investigation revealed numerous infractions concerning labor laws, including failure to pay proper…
United States seeks Mexico’s review of alleged denial of workers’ rights at Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement México/PMI Norteamérica facility
The United States has requested Mexico to investigate claims concerning violations of workers’ rights at the Bernhard Schulte Shipmanagement México/PMI Norteamérica facility. This action stems from concerns raised by labor…
US Department of Labor, IRS, Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. release information for 2025 annual benefits plan report/return filings
The U.S. Department of Labor, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), and Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation (PBGC) have jointly released guidance for the 2025 annual benefit plan report and return filings. This…
Office of Public Affairs | Justice Department Reaffirms Veterinary Accreditation Standards and Procedures Are Subject to Antitrust Scrutiny
The Office of Public Affairs of the Justice Department has reiterated that the accreditation standards and procedures for veterinary practices are subject to antitrust scrutiny. This clarification emphasizes that any…
Office of Public Affairs | TIGO Guatemala Paid Over $118M To Resolve Foreign Bribery Investigation
The Office of Public Affairs announced that TIGO Guatemala has paid over $118 million to settle a foreign bribery investigation. The payment is part of a resolution with authorities concerning…
US Department of Labor applauds President Trump’s bold directive to reign in politicization of capital markets by proxy services
The U.S. Department of Labor has expressed strong support for President Trump’s initiative aimed at curbing the politicization of capital markets, particularly concerning proxy advisory services. The directive seeks to…
Office of Public Affairs | Doctor Sentenced to Seven Years in Prison for $24M Medicare Fraud
The Office of Public Affairs announced that a doctor has been sentenced to seven years in prison for his role in a $24 million Medicare fraud scheme. The physician, who…
Office of Public Affairs | Pharmacist Sentenced to Over Six Years in Prison for $6M Health Care Fraud Scheme
The Office of Public Affairs has announced the sentencing of a pharmacist involved in a significant healthcare fraud scheme. The individual was sentenced to over six years in prison for…