Click here to view the recorded session. President Trump’s executive order, Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity, revoked EO 11246: Equal Employment Opportunity and prohibits contractors from continuing any illegal discrimination or affirmative action program. However, the EO left many questions unanswered and contractors confused about what they need to do to comply before the April 21, 2025, compliance deadline. Secure your spot for this important PilieroMazza webinar where Labor & Employment attorneys Nichole Atallah and Sarah Nash analyze the EO’s legal and financial . . . Read More
Click here to view the recorded session. Recent executive orders have led to an increase in stop-work orders and terminations for convenience, creating significant challenges for government contractors. Understanding how to navigate these changes and optimize recovery is crucial for maintaining stability and compliance. In these uncertain times, not having a clear action plan can lead to greater financial risk and missed recovery opportunities. Join federal contracting experts from Aprio and PilieroMazza in a fireside chat as they provide valuable insights and strategies for . . . Read More
Click here to view the recorded session. DOJ’s recently released Annual Report highlights a significant increase in FCA enforcement, with nearly $3 Billion recovered—a 4.8% increase from FY 2023. The report also sheds light on major 2024 settlements and judgments that will have lasting implications on the government contracting community. Join Matt Feinberg and Jackie Unger as they break down key takeaways from DOJ’s Annual Report and what they mean for contractors facing FCA claims in 2025 and beyond. Learning objectives: emerging FCA enforcement trends . . . Read More
Click here to view the recorded session. President Trump recently introduced a series of Executive Orders affecting government contractors in terms of new compliance obligations, cost considerations, and enforcement risks. Don’t miss Jackie Unger and Lauren Brier’s in-depth discussion on how recent and upcoming EOs are reshaping the government contracting landscape at federal, state, and local levels. Whether you’re navigating new workforce requirements, supply chain mandates, or funding restrictions, this webinar will provide practical insights to help your business remain compliant and competitive, as well . . . Read More
Click here to view the recorded session. Join PilieroMazza’sMeghan Leemon as she unpacks SBA’s final rule implementing changes to the HUBZone Program, other small business programs, and various small business matters. This comprehensive rule goes into effect on January 16, 2025, and brings significant changes that government contractors need to understand to maintain compliance and position your business for success under the new regulations. Learning objectives: changes to the HUBZone program and how they impact eligibility and certification; updates to size standards, . . . Read More
Click here to view the recorded session. In recent years, the U.S. government made sustainability a priority in its procurement practices. To accomplish this goal, the FAR Council published a new final rule, primarily addressing sustainability practices and enforcing agency obligations to procure sustainable products and services. As a way to aid federal government contractors prepare for these potential challenges and opportunities, PilieroMazza’sKatie Burrows and Eric Valle —attorneys in the firm’s Government Contracts Group—present this webinar covering all you need to know. Learning objectives . . . Read More
Click here to view the recorded session. In the highly regulated world of government contracting, strict adherence to compliance obligations and the ability to identify and manage associated risks are essential. This is the third and final webinar in PilieroMazza’s FCA series, where Matt Feinberg and Mark Rosenow discuss best practices for curtailing investigations and tactical approaches to potential litigation. Learning objectives include: Identifying specific FCA risks for government contractors. Creating contingency plans and compliance programs to mitigate FCA risks. How to respond when faced with . . . Read More
Click here to view the recorded session. In the second installment of our three-part webinar series, join PilieroMazza’sMatt Feinberg , Jessica duHoffmann, and Sarah Nash as they explore common FCA triggers often encountered by federal construction contractors and protection strategies to avoid them. Federal construction contractors—both primes and subs—should be wary as they face a higher risk of FCA liability due to the complicated nature of construction contracts, prevailing wage obligations, and performance of work requirements. PilieroMazza attorneys are seeing a substantial increase in investigations dealing . . . Read More
Click here to view the recorded session. As federal and state governments intensify their efforts on fraud detection and prevention, and with substantial financial rewards encouraging whistleblowers to share insider information with authorities, the FCA has become a more powerful tool against government contractors. In the first part of this three-part webinar series, PilieroMazza’sMatt Feinberg , Cy Alba , and Jackie Unger discuss common scenarios in federal procurement contracts and cybersecurity that could lead to FCA violations. Learning objectives include: What are ways companies can violate . . . Read More
