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consumer.JPGThis past year the United States Supreme Court dealt one of the most devastating blows to consumers yet, allowing big corporations to cheat Americans out of millions of dollars. In the case of AT & T Mobility v Concepcion, the Supreme Court ruled that a California’s prohibition of allowing corporations to waive class action lawsuit rights was trumped by the Federal Arbitration Act.

What is the result? Now companies can now tack on unlawful, small fees on consumer bills without threat of recourse, making it even easier for the American consumer to be exploited by corporate fraud.

Have you ever looked at a bill, like your cell phone bill for example, and been shocked by the many different little fees that are included which end up totaling to a large amount? Back before the Supreme Court Case of AT & T Mobility v Concepcion was decided, lawyers were able to meaningfully help consumers who were being cheated out of money by companies who were adding wrongful, exorbitant fees to their bills. While corporations may cheat one consumer out of just a few dollars or even a few pennies, added up that can amount to millions of dollars that corporations are illegally stealing.

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injured.JPGA second corporation that manufacturers and distributes alcohol wipes that are supposed to prevent infection just issued a large recall because of possible bacterial contaminants. The company shared a mutual supplier with the same wipe maker in Wisconsin whose products have been blamed for deaths and illnesses.

Professional Disposables International Inc., or PDI, of New York, voluntarily recalled all lots of five types of non-sterile alcohol prep wipes because the company claimed low levels of a dangerous bacteria had been detected.

It is the same bacteria organism that resulted in massive international recalls, a company plant shutting down and multiple lawsuits against Triad Group and H&P Industries of Hartland, Wis.

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Years without accountability for big corporations, banks, and Wall Street resulted in the greatest financial crisis since the 1930’s Depression. Eight million jobs were lost,
the housing market plummeted, businesses went bankrupt, and millions lost their personal savings and retirements. Consequently, more and more people have become aware of the devastating impact corporate fraud can create on the economy and individual Americans.

As a result, studies show that a greater number of employees are willing to become whistleblowers: turning in their employer for corruption, fraud, and wrongdoing. One of the motivating factors prompting employees to come forward is the incentive of financial reward that is paid out to whistleblowers who report false claims.

According to the federal government, there has been a spike in whistleblower cases filed with the U.S. government since 2005. Americans have become more exposed to the enormous corporate scandals involving subprime mortgage lenders, Bernie Madoff, or Enron–where the entire company has fallen apart and destroyed thousands of employees and shareholders’ financial futures, gravely impacting the economy. Consequently, there is a greater awareness concerning the importance of blowing the whistle on corporate fraud.

For example, just last week the federal government ordered Bank of America to pay a whistleblower close to a million dollars in interest and back wages and was required to reinstate an employee who showed great courage in reporting fraud and standing up against it.

This is a positive trend that will in turn protect consumers, employees, and hopefully help prevent future scandals from causing such devastating impact. Nevertheless, corporations fear such results. And now, a new law–the Dodd Frank Financial Reform law–has been implemented providing monetary rewards for whistleblowers who report financial fraud.

Good Georgia Lawyer represents whistleblowers in qui tam or false claims whistleblower actions. We encourage you to read here to learn more.
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fat boy.jpgGood Georgia Lawyer invites you to attend tomorrow night’s event, a screening of the fabulous film “The Fat Boy Chronicles” presented by Sandy Springs Education Force at North Springs Charter High School auditorium, Thursday, September 15th from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Click on the following link for more information: flyer-Family-Movie-Night-091511.pdf

A panel discussion will take place following the movie with author Michael Buchanan and the film’s star, Chris Rivera.

If you have a child that is going through a bullying experience, this movie presents the perfect educational and entertainment opportunity. This film is about an overweight young teenager who is bullied about his appearance. The bullying makes school a very difficult experience for him. Yet he still manages to persevere, overcome his goals, lose weight and win over his dream girl.

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hot coffee.jpgGood Georgia Lawyer invites you to attend a free movie screening of the fantastic film “Hot Coffee” at Emory University School of Law and hear film director Susan Saladoff speak.

Please view the following invitation by clicking here: Hot Coffee flyer.pdf

Williams Oinonen LLC is one of the sponsors of this event presented by the Center for Advocacy and Dispute Resolution at Emory University School of Law, 1301 Clifton Road in Atlanta, Georgia.

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server.JPGToday, the AJC reported that a Georgia restaurant chain called “This Is It” has been ordered by the feds to provide 230 workers $104,000 in back pay and fined nearly $1,900 for letting minors work illegal hours.

The U.S. Department of Labor took legal action after investigating the restaurant and found violations of record keeping, overtime, and minimum wage laws which protect workers. Furthermore, it found the restaurant chain wrongly classified employees as “exempt” consequently failing to pay them overtime (time and a half their regular rates) for hours over forty in a work week as required by the Fair Labor Standards Act.

Moreover, the restaurant chain did not pay workers minimum wage because it illegally deducted lunch breaks and uniform expenses. Additionally, underage workers were allowed to work restricted times. Finally, the company failed to maintain correct records of hours worked and money earned by the workers.

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As we approach election season, Williams Oinonen LLC taps into a niche practice area offering a selection of political and media consulting services to help candidates win their election. From strategic analysis to key issue and policy research, media messaging, communications, and opponent research— we are all about results.

Williams Oinonen LLC employs the following described research methods:

 On the ground investigation. We have been known to travel to the remotest parts of Georgia’s countryside to cities in far away states in order to obtain extraordinary results;
 Legal research and analysis: we bring a unique skill set as attorneys which allows us to identify key issues that are not obviously apparent to other opponent research & consulting firms.
 In depth review of all media sources: whether it is a newspaper, magazine, blog, or social media outlet, we gather facts on biographical data and public claims made by and about the candidate in all areas of his or her personal and political life;
 Examination of past legal proceedings including criminal records, civil lawsuits, liens, bankruptcies and judgment filings;
 Review of property and property tax payment records related to property owned by the candidate;
 Examination of candidate’s campaign contributions with past and current donors;
 Assessment and compilation of the Candidate’s voting history, work history, and social history–analyzing it for key areas that can be targeted within a campaign.

STRATEGIC ANALYSIS:

After compiling data, we synthesize it. This is what makes us unique amongst the competition. This process includes, but is not limited to, the following:

 We examine relationships as well as campaign contributions to the candidate and link future relationships, rewards, and connections with donors that can identify hidden vulnerabilities;
 We “connect the dots” regarding data compilation to help you develop the most effective strategic message creation and delivery;
 After synthesizing and integrating your data, we develop themes based on proven constituent concern areas such as ethics, accountability, stewardship, strong leadership, and so forth.
 We provide a user friendly “red” and “green” analysis: an easy to read synopsis at your fingertips for speeches, debate prep, and campaign ad development which easily identifies what key topics to target in order to defeat the opposition.

From a highly satisfied former client Senator:

“Hands down, Williams Oinonen is the best out there. They played a vital role in ensuring a landslide victory. From offering priceless opponent research, to developing key strategies, to providing media and political advice—-they are a tenacious and unstoppable pair and are the one “must have” you want on your team. Ethical, honest, and committed, they were always there for me when I needed them. If you are looking to win—call Williams Oinonen.”
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Thumbnail image for bullying.jpgIt is a start of a new school year and hundreds of children across Georgia will begin this fall with new teachers, new school supplies, new school uniforms, and a new beginning. Hopefully for most, bullying will not be a part of that equation.

Last year, our law firm assisted multiple families across Georgia whose children were dealing with bullying related issues from the most minor (occasional taunting) to the most serious (physical and sexual assault.)

The AJC wrote a very good article last November detailing the bullying problem in Georgia, also mentioning Williams Oinonen LLC’s managing partner Julie Oinonen who has represented students, parents, and teachers in school districts around Georgia and has handled some of the most difficult bullying cases.

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Thumbnail image for College_graduate_students.jpg Good Georgia Lawyer is very happy to report that the United States Department of Education Office of Civil Rights is cracking down on how colleges and universities report sexual misconduct.

The tougher response comes after a federal investigation identified problems at a number of colleges where sexual assault victims were re-victimized by university policies and procedures.

The Obama administration approach is also in response to the previous administration’s laissez faire approach. Now however, colleges and universities are all on notice that they must respond appropriately and accurately report sexual misconduct incidents. Additionally, feds have launched investigations on certain campuses.

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whistleblower.JPGGood Georgia Lawyer represents whistleblower employees who “blow the whistle” on their employer when they come forward with information that their employer is defrauding the government by violating the Federal False Claims Act. Federal prosecutors report that they have added two new health care fraud teams this year and studies say that this might provide an 85 percent increase in the number of health care fraud prosecutions in 2011 compared to 2010.

Thus far, 903 prosecutions for health fraud have ben reported so far this year of 2011. This is actually a a 24% increase from last year’s total in 2010.

The recent past two year debate about health care reform has drawn the spotlight on the problem of health care fraud and its effect on the cost of health care. The Department of Justice reports that convictions have increased, so far there has been 24 trial convictions for fraud in Medicare compared to 23 last year.

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