The Department of Justice announced an $8.1 million settlement on July 15, 2025, resolving a whistleblower case that revealed the misuse of federal pandemic relief funds under the Payroll Support Program (PSP) of the CARES Act. The case, brought forward by Dr. Herbert Remidez and represented by Hoyer Law Group, PLLC, accused the defendant company of violating the False Claims Act by compensating employees beyond PSP's statutory limits and falsely certifying compliance.
This settlement includes over $4 million in restitution, with the whistleblower receiving a statutory share of the recovery. The resolution underscores the essential role of whistleblowers and the legal framework in protecting taxpayer dollars. Dave Scher of Hoyer Law Group lauded the outcome as a reflection of the False Claims Act's intent to promote integrity and accountability in public fund usage. Dr. Remidez acknowledged the Department of Justice and his legal team for their unwavering support.
Filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia as United States ex rel. H Remidez LLC v. Delta Air Lines Inc., No. 1:23-cv-01116, this case sheds light on the critical need for vigilance in overseeing emergency government aid during crises.
