Nix Patterson Wins $2.76 Million Premises Liability Verdict in Washington County, Oklahoma
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Most workers assume their employer carries workers’ compensation insurance. In many states, that assumption holds
If you are considering being a whistleblower against your organization to report waste, fraud, or abuse, you may be concerned about the fallout. However, whistleblower retaliation laws provide many safeguards against adverse actions being taken against you. Find out more
Whistleblowers offer a vital service to society when they report waste, fraud, abuse, or mismanagement. So important is this service, state and federal laws offer financial incentives and protect whistleblowers so employers and other entities do not retaliate against them.
Dozens of federal and state laws provide protections and compensation for whistleblowers in the U.S. And for good reason. Whistleblowers help to prevent illegal activities, such as waste, fraud, and abuse, that drain government resources. Since 1867, the Treasury Department
Whistleblowers provide a vital service to the United States when they report evidence of fraud, waste, abuse, mismanagement, or other illegal activity involving a federal agency. As a result, many federal agencies have passed whistleblower protection laws, including the Security
When large companies charge unlawful fees, pollute the environment, violate labor laws, or deceive consumers, victims may have the right to sue for damages. But it can be difficult and expensive for a single person to hold a whole company
Have you ever been involved in a class action lawsuit? Most people would say no, but many are involved in class actions and don’t even know it. Every year, companies are sued in class action lawsuits for illegal or irresponsible
Arbitration is a common method for litigating contract disputes and is often used in lieu of going to court. Generally speaking, arbitration is like a private court. It is used when two parties have a dispute and wish to avoid
If you’ve been involved in a car accident, we understand what you’re going through right now. Even a minor “fender bender” can be traumatic depending on the circumstances. Serious accidents are even more traumatizing, especially if you’ve suffered significant injuries.
You suspect your employer is engaging in fraud and stealing money from the U.S. government. What do you do? Many Americans in similar circumstances decide to become whistleblowers. But “blowing the whistle” on your company can be intimidating. Where do
Every day, corporate greed harms people and communities in America. While not every business is a bad one, many companies engage in environmental damage, deceptive advertising, employee discrimination, and other harmful practices. When these practices are against the law, the
When you have oil or gas interests, you also have the opportunity for significant profits. The term “black gold” was coined for a reason. However, you may have legal questions about the financial side of oil and gas deals, such
If you are entitled to royalty payments under an oil and gas lease, the oil and gas company must pay you within certain time limits set out by state law. Usually, the oil and gas company has a few months
An ORRI is an undivided interest in a mineral lease that gives you the right to a proportional share of the gas and oil that is produced. The overriding royalty interest is carved from the lease or working interest. Learn
Losing a loved one is always difficult, but knowing that your relative died because of someone else’s negligence makes it even harder. The impact on your life is immediate and devastating mentally, physically, and often financially. Although nothing will ever
Oil and gas exploration is big business in the United States, and especially in Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Texas, but the industry is rife with complexities. American landowners own the right to develop the mineral resources that exist under their
On April 26, 2023, Nix Patterson’s lawyers sent a demand letter to the administration of Kingfisher High School. The letter sets out our clients’ demands to resolve an ongoing lawsuit involving hazing and child abuse in the Kingfisher athletic program.
Recent financial scandals, including Enron, MF Global, and Bernie Madoff’s Ponzi scheme, have led to heightened public interest in securities law. Despite the notoriety of these high-profile cases, individuals and corporations do benefit from these regulations, which help increase confidence
When a person — whether it’s a consumer, employee, or investor — experiences a problem that results in physical or financial harm, they may be able to sue the person or entity responsible for their injuries or losses. But what
The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (FRCP) are the laws that govern civil court proceedings in U.S. district courts. The Supreme Court promulgates these rules in accordance with the Rules Enabling Act, which “authorizes the Supreme Court to prescribe general
When it comes to understanding qui tam, you first need to understand the concept of whistleblowing. A whistleblower is someone who discovers wrongdoing — usually fraud — and brings that wrongdoing to public light. Whistleblowers may uncover wrongdoing on the