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AALRR Labor & Employment Law Blog

Focused on California labor and employment law from an employer perspective. By Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo.

http://aalrremploymentlawblog.blogspot.com/

Oct 17
AALRR Employment Law Blog Moves to New Site!

AALRR Employment Law Blog Moves to New Site!

Due largely to your support, we have out grown our current blog site and have created a new blog in connection with the release of our new firm website – www.aalrr.com. It is new, but the same great information is still available.
Oct 16
NLRB Issues Series of Decisions Affecting Workplace Policie

NLRB Issues Series of Decisions Affecting Workplace Policie

By Ronald W. Novotny and Jonathan JudgeIn the past several months, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has issued a series of decisions that could affect everyday policies that union and non-union employers maintain in the workplace. …
Sep 24
AALRR Attorneys Obtain Unanimous Defense Verdict On Claims Of Age Discrimination and Retaliation

AALRR Attorneys Obtain Unanimous Defense Verdict On Claims Of Age Discrimination and Retaliation

On August 31, 2012, AALRRattorneys Irma Rodriguez Moisa and Sharon J. Ormond obtained a unanimous jury defense verdict in favor of The Regents of the University of California after a 14-day jury trial. The Plaintiff, James Friedman, was…

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Aaron Morris' Business Law Alert

Provides information and insight for businesses.

http://www.businesslawalert.com/

Aug 21
Simple Legal Concept Eludes Many Attorney

Simple Legal Concept Eludes Many Attorney

The case of former Desperate Housewife, Nicolette Sheridan, illustrates a simple legal concept that escapes many attorneys and their clients. Your case has to make sense.
Aug 21
Simple Legal Concept Alludes Many Attorney

Simple Legal Concept Alludes Many Attorney

The case of former Desperate Housewife, Nicolette Sheridan, illustrates a simple legal concept that escapes many attorneys and their clients. Your case has to make sense.
Apr 30
You Are Not Without Remedies if Someone Defames Your Busine

You Are Not Without Remedies if Someone Defames Your Busine

I believe in freedom of speech. I fight for freedom of speech. I feel that I must tell you that up front because every time I report a victory in court on a defamation action, I inevitably get some push back, as though I am preventing someone…

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Adjunct Law Prof Blog

Focuses on issues of interest to adjunct law professors, including labor law, employment law, employee benefits law and education law issues. By Adjunct Law Professor Mitchell H. Rubinstein.

http://lawprofessors.typepad.com/adjunctprofs/

Jun 18
An employee’s satisfying the employer’s residency requirement is critical to his or her continuation in employment

An employee’s satisfying the employer’s residency requirement is critical to his or her continuation in employment

2013 NY Slip Op 03230, Appellate Division, Fourth Department The City of Niagara Falls’ Local Law No. 7 requires City employees to establish and maintain residency within the City throughout the term of their employment.…
Jun 16
Refusal of Suitable Offer of Employment Leads To Unemployment Disqualification

Refusal of Suitable Offer of Employment Leads To Unemployment Disqualification

Matter of Neuman v. Commissioner of Labor, ____A.D. 3d___(3d Dep't. April 18, 2013), illustrates an important point. As the court explained: "A claimant who refuses to accept a job for which he or she is reasonably suited by training…
Jun 15
Legal Search Engine

Legal Search Engine

I recently came across freeality.com which is an interesting legal search engine. Check it out. Mitchell H. Rubinstein

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Alabama Employment Law Blog

Covers legal developments impacting the workplace in Birmingham and throughout Alabama. By Will Beckum.

http://birminghamemploymentlawyer.com/

Apr 25
EEOC Files Lawsuit Against Alabama Corporation for Race Discrimination

EEOC Files Lawsuit Against Alabama Corporation for Race Discrimination

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission recently filed a lawsuit against Olympia Construction, an Alabama company that develops houses for families and senior citizens throughout the South. According to the EEOC’s lawsuit, in…
Feb 20
Former Birmingham Health Care Employee Claims Supervisor Forced Her to Have Sexual Relation

Former Birmingham Health Care Employee Claims Supervisor Forced Her to Have Sexual Relation

A lawsuit with explosive allegations of sexual harassment was recently filed in the Circuit Court of Jefferson County, Alabama. In the lawsuit, a former high-level employee at Birmingham Health Care claims that her married…
Feb 6
What is defined as sexual harassment in the workplace?

What is defined as sexual harassment in the workplace?

We are often asked by individuals across Alabama about what conduct rises to the level of improper sexual harassment in the workplace. According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, improper gender based harassment can…

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All in a Day's Work

Covers legal developments in the labor and employment. By Verrill Dana.

http://www.hrlawupdate.com/

Jun 19
The Hazards Outside Your Company’s Workplace: Employee’s On-The-Job Slaying Results in OSHA Fine

The Hazards Outside Your Company’s Workplace: Employee’s On-The-Job Slaying Results in OSHA Fine

On June 10, 2013, OSHA issued a $10,500 fine against Integra Health Management of Owings Mills, Maryland as a result of the December 10, 2012 death of employee Stephanie Ross. Ms. Ross was a health care worker who was visiting a 53-year-old…
Jun 13
Rising Talent and a Static Non-competition Agreement is a Recipe for Trouble in Massachusett

Rising Talent and a Static Non-competition Agreement is a Recipe for Trouble in Massachusett

Your company prides itself on developing employees and invests significant time, energy and financial support to help retain top talent. In return, asking an employee to sign a non-competition agreement to protect your investment makes good…
Jun 13
High End, Low End: What do Automobile Manufacturer BMW and Discount Small-box Retailer Dollar General Have in Common? A Complaint from the EEOC for Starter

High End, Low End: What do Automobile Manufacturer BMW and Discount Small-box Retailer Dollar General Have in Common? A Complaint from the EEOC for Starter

It sounds like the beginning of a joke, but the punch-line isn’t at all funny. So what exactly do a high-end automobile manufacturer like BMW and a discount small-box retailer like Dollar General have in common? Suits filed by…

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Arbitration Matters

Covers recent developments in labor arbitration. By John H. Curley.

http://arbitrationmatters.blogspot.com/

Jun 16
Public policy, professors and firefighter

Public policy, professors and firefighter

Two recent cases reach differing results in addressing requests to set aside arbitration awards as contrary to public policy. In Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania, PSSHE v. Association of PA State College and University Faculty the…
Jun 9
Facebook posting exacerbates misconduct, Arbitrator upholds termination

Facebook posting exacerbates misconduct, Arbitrator upholds termination

On February 21, 2013 a Bethlehem, PA firefighter notified the Department that he would be using sick leave the following day. Pursuant to the cba between the City of Bethlehem and the International Association of Firefighters, Local 735,…
Jun 2
Arbitrator rejects "collective responsibility" theory; just cause requires individualized proof

Arbitrator rejects "collective responsibility" theory; just cause requires individualized proof

The desire of Carney Hospital to fix what it deemed to be a dysfunctional and unsafe pediatric psychiatry unit by replacing all current personnel failed to meet the contractual requirement of just cause for six of those terminated employees,…

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Arkansas Employment Law

Covers Title VII, wage and hour, and employment law in Arkansas. By Cox & Sterling.

http://www.aremploymentlaw.com/

Nov 10
Arkansas Supreme Court Determines the Statute of Limitations for Claims under the Arkansas Minimum Wage Act

Arkansas Supreme Court Determines the Statute of Limitations for Claims under the Arkansas Minimum Wage Act

The Arkansas Supreme Court recently answered a certified question from the United States District Court seeking a determination of the statute of limitations for violations of the Arkansas Minimum Wage Act (AMWA).
Sep 12
Personal Liability for Retaliation under the Arkansas Civil Rights Act.

Personal Liability for Retaliation under the Arkansas Civil Rights Act.

The Arkansas Supreme Court recently answered a certified question from a federal court regarding whether managers may be personally liable in retaliation cases brought under the Arkansas Civil Rights Act.
Jul 19
Independent Contractor Status to Face More Scrutiny

Independent Contractor Status to Face More Scrutiny

The Department of Labor has released the breakdown of its $103.3 billion 2011 budget, which includes a new multi-agency "Misclassification Initiative" that will strengthen and coordinate federal and state efforts to enforce labor violations…

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Atlanta Employment Lawyer Blog

Covers employment discrimination, sexual harassment and employer retaliation. By Buckley & Klein.

http://www.atlantaemploymentlawyerblog.com/

Jun 15
Arthritis May Be Considered A Disability For Purposes Of The ADA/ADAAA

Arthritis May Be Considered A Disability For Purposes Of The ADA/ADAAA

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) protect qualified individuals with disabilities from discrimination. This definition can be confusing to some, particularly figuring out…
Jun 7
Is Lactating A Medical Condition Of Pregnancy?

Is Lactating A Medical Condition Of Pregnancy?

In an attempt to avoid charges of discrimination under the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, a Houston area employer argued that lactation was “not a medically related condition of pregnancy.” The appellate court flatly rejected…
May 31
Workplace Sex Discriminiation Still Prevalent

Workplace Sex Discriminiation Still Prevalent

A recent sex bias case out of Louisiana shows that unfortunately, sexism is still alive and well in the workplace. Despite some progress being made toward gender equality – sexist jokes, harassment and biased attitudes still affect…

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Atlanta Overtime Lawyers Blog

Covers employment law with an emphasis in overtime. By Martin & Martin L.L.P.

http://www.atlantaovertimelawyersblog.com/

Mar 21
Shooter Alley Dancers' Lawsuit: Law Firm Martin & Martin Files Minimum Wage And Overtime Collective/Class Action On Behalf Of Exotic Dancers At Shooter Alley

Shooter Alley Dancers' Lawsuit: Law Firm Martin & Martin Files Minimum Wage And Overtime Collective/Class Action On Behalf Of Exotic Dancers At Shooter Alley

On March 19, 2013, Martin & Martin filed a minimum wage and overtime lawsuit against Shooter Alley, Inc. - an adult entertainment club in Georgia. The lawsuit seeks to represent all current and former dancers who have worked at the club…
Mar 10
Exotic Dancers Are Employees - Not Independent Contractors - Entitled To Minimum Wage And Overtime

Exotic Dancers Are Employees - Not Independent Contractors - Entitled To Minimum Wage And Overtime

Within the last few years, the issue of the proper status of exotic dancers or strippers has been litigated throughout the country and the general consensus among courts is that they are employees - not independent contractors -- and entitled…
Feb 25
Workers May Be Entitled To Pay For Time Traveling For Work

Workers May Be Entitled To Pay For Time Traveling For Work

Many times companies require employees to travel from one location to another and the question arises whether this travel time is compensable. Is an employer required to pay its employees for travel time? Courts look at three factors: 29…

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Background Matters Blog

Covers background investigations and reports in consumer and employment matters. By Gordon Leech.

http://backgroundmatters.info

Oct 21
Employer Use of Credit Reports in Hiring Under Review by State

Employer Use of Credit Reports in Hiring Under Review by State

The Wall Street Journal reports today, October 21, 2010, that the use of credit reports or credit histories of job applicants, "a common practice among employers– is coming under fire." Employer Credit Checks on Job Seekers Draw Scrutiny,…
Sep 1
Questions to Ask When An Employer Fires or Terminates an Employee or Rejects an Applicant based on a Background Check

Questions to Ask When An Employer Fires or Terminates an Employee or Rejects an Applicant based on a Background Check

Here is what I typically look for in Background Investigation – Employment cases where an employer terminates an employee or refuses to consider or hire an applicant for employment based on a background check or credit report. The Fair…
May 3
Gordon Leech quoted in Associated Press Article on Background Check

Gordon Leech quoted in Associated Press Article on Background Check

On April 30, 2010, Associated Press Reporter Todd Richmond interviewed Gordon Leech regarding a story he was investigating on Background Reports sold by Wisconsin’s Criminal Information Bureau. In the story he wrote, he quoted Attorney…

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Bay Area Employment Lawyer Blog

Covers employment discrimination, employee privacy, and employment arbitration cases. By Siegel, LeWitter & Malkani.

http://www.bayareaemploymentlawyerblog.com/

Apr 26
Equitable Estoppel Claim Denied Where Employee Ultimately Deemed Ineligible For Family Leave

Equitable Estoppel Claim Denied Where Employee Ultimately Deemed Ineligible For Family Leave

Employers shouldn't have such a tough time figuring out whether and when an employee is eligible for a protected leave of absence under California law (California Family Right Act - CFRA) or federal law (Family and Medical Leave Act - FMLA). …
Apr 19
"Me Too" Evidence of Discrimination Against Others May Depend Upon How Original Complaint of Discrimination Is Framed in the Complaint

"Me Too" Evidence of Discrimination Against Others May Depend Upon How Original Complaint of Discrimination Is Framed in the Complaint

California has good law for employees regarding the admission of evidence that the employer discriminated against other employees, commonly referred to as "me too" evidence. Case law is clear that an employee can submit evidence that the…
Apr 2
Arbitrator's Award Vacated: Error to Hold that Employee Could Be Denied Family Leave Due to Employer's Misinterpretation of the Law

Arbitrator's Award Vacated: Error to Hold that Employee Could Be Denied Family Leave Due to Employer's Misinterpretation of the Law

Mr. Richey worked as a sales manager at a Toyota dealership. He suffered a back injury while moving furniture at home, and applied for family leave from Toyota. The leave was granted, but Mr. Richey was fired because his employer alleged that…

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Blake Firm Business Law Blog

Covers business law, contracts, business litigation and intellectual property issues.

http://theblakefirm.com/blog/

Jan 29
Austin Innovation Week & RISE Entrepreneurship Conference Presentation

Austin Innovation Week & RISE Entrepreneurship Conference Presentation

We are proud to announce two new business law presentations in the month of May. For the third year in a row, we are hosting a presentation with the RISE Entrepreneurship Conference. We are also hosting a business law presentation ……
Oct 8
Enforcing Texas Employment Contracts & Non-Compete Agreement

Enforcing Texas Employment Contracts & Non-Compete Agreement

Non-compete agreements in employment contracts are often misunderstood by both employers and employees. Texas employment law generally protects employees, and Texas is known as a right to work state, often construing employment contracts and…
Oct 2
Selling a C-Corp: Stock Sale vs Asset Sale

Selling a C-Corp: Stock Sale vs Asset Sale

Selling a corporation is generally achieved by either an asset sale or by selling all company stock. When selling a business in Texas, selling the stock of a C-corporation rather than just selling the company assets often results in better…

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Boston Employment Lawyer Blog

Covers age, gender, sex, National origin, and workplace discrimination. By Boston, Massachusetts employment attorneys, The Conforto Law Group.

http://www.bostonemploymentlawyerblog.com/

Mar 30
Older Tech Workers Deal with Age Discrimination

Older Tech Workers Deal with Age Discrimination

California’s Silicon Valley, generally considered the world capital of technological innovation, is emerging from the recession quite well, with new companies and IPOs all over the news. For many older high-tech workers, though, the…
Feb 12
Pepsi Settles Federal Race Discrimination Claim

Pepsi Settles Federal Race Discrimination Claim

Pepsi Beverages reached a settlement agreement with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), in which it will pay $3.13 million and modify its training and hiring processes based on allegations of racial discrimination. An…
Feb 12
Pepsi Settles Federal Race Discrimination Claim

Pepsi Settles Federal Race Discrimination Claim

Pepsi Beverages reached a settlement agreement with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), in which it will pay $3.13 million and modify its training and hiring processes based on allegations of racial discrimination. An…

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Boulder Business Law Advisor

Covers Colorado business, employment and products liability law. By Laszlo & Associates, LLC.

http://www.boulderbusinesslawadvisor.com/

Jan 26
Can The Class Action Lawsuit Against Lance Armstrong Actually Work?

Can The Class Action Lawsuit Against Lance Armstrong Actually Work?

The Lance Armstrong saga continues (we've written on Lance HERE, HERE, HERE)... this week saw a class action lawsuit filed against Lance Armstrong and various publishers on behalf of California consumers who claim they were misled by…
Jan 11
House and Senate Introduce Bill Concerning Labeling For Generic Drug Manufacturer

House and Senate Introduce Bill Concerning Labeling For Generic Drug Manufacturer

Democrats in the House and Senate introduced bills that would permit generic drug manufacturers the ability to revise the warning labels for generic drugs--in effect making the regulations applicable to brand name drugs applicable to…
Dec 21
Supreme Court to Review Generic Drug Defective Design Decision in Bartlett

Supreme Court to Review Generic Drug Defective Design Decision in Bartlett

The Supreme Court has agreed to take up the First Circuit's decision in Bartlett v. Mutual Pharmaceutical, Inc. which we have previously written about here and here and here. Despite the Supreme Court's decision in Pliva v.…

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Business and Employment Law Blog

By LIberty Law.

http://reddingbusinessandemploymentlawblog.com

May 14
Tips For Your New Busine

Tips For Your New Busine

It is May, 2012, and even though the politicians have declared that the economic disaster is over, America’s economy is still struggling. Unemployment rates have been above 8% for much of the last three years, and GDP growth averaged a…
Apr 16
Brinker decision finally arrives!

Brinker decision finally arrives!

New Standard for Meal/Rest Periods:
Oct 31
OSHA Compliance and Inspection

OSHA Compliance and Inspection

This Fox Business article provides a good summary on handling OSHA inspections and the factors to consider before hand. http://smallbusiness.foxbusiness.com/legal-hr/2011/10/27/preparing-for-osha-inspection/ OSHA Compliance and Inspection

Rank this Week: 4718

Business Blog

Covers business law, labor & employment, real estate and securities and finance topics. By Scarinci Hollenbeck.

http://www.businesslawnews.com/

Jun 19
NJ Court Rules Building Owner Not Responsible for Safety of Water Supply

NJ Court Rules Building Owner Not Responsible for Safety of Water Supply

New Jersey’s Appellate Division recently ruled that a building owner could not be held liable when an employee contracted Legionnaires' disease from the building’s water supply. The case, Vellucci v. Allstate Insurance Company,…
Jun 18
NY and NJ Employment Law: Use of Temporary Workers Has Legal Risk

NY and NJ Employment Law: Use of Temporary Workers Has Legal Risk

U.S. companies are found to increasingly rely upon “temporary” workers to fill out their workforces. In fact, there are 2.86 million temporary and “contract” workers likely hard at work right now in companies across…
Jun 17
DOL Provides Updated Guidance on Notice of Exchange Required by PPACA

DOL Provides Updated Guidance on Notice of Exchange Required by PPACA

The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) imposes a number of new obligations on New York and New Jersey employers. One of the most significant notification requirements involves the health insurance marketplaces that will be…

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Business Brawls Blog

Covers business litigation issues. By Kaufman Law.

http://www.businessbrawls.com/blog

Jun 18
When winding up a company “The Right Way” is valuable.

When winding up a company “The Right Way” is valuable.

Facts: Company A sells all its assets (but not its stock) to Company B. Some of B’s owners were also owners of A. A is then formally dissolved according to your state’s requirements while B continues operations. …
Jun 13
Pro se parties and how to cope

Pro se parties and how to cope

What have you found to be the quickest and most effective way to shut down a crazy pro per party who is threatening civil litigation against everyone and their mother? First, there is no guarantee that she will go away no matter…
Jun 11
The “necessary and proper” clause of the Constitution

The “necessary and proper” clause of the Constitution

I hear people regularly chastise Congress and the Courts for over-reaching, for asserting powers that the Constitution never gave them. Well …. Maybe. But maybe not too. Huh? The “necessary and…

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CA Employee Rights Blog

Explains key employment laws that every employee in California should know. By Branigan Robertson.

http://caemployeerights.com/

Apr 10
Harris v. Bingham McCutchen – Victory on Arbitration Issue

Harris v. Bingham McCutchen – Victory on Arbitration Issue

Earlier this month, the California Court of Appeal denied mega law firm Bingham McCutchen’s attempt to have a wrongful termination lawsuit (filed against them by a former associate, Hartwell Harris) thrown out of court and into binding…
Mar 18
Dealing with the Effects of Sexual Harassment

Dealing with the Effects of Sexual Harassment

Employment Law Attorney – What are the effects of sexual harassment? How can a victim of sex harassment deal with such effects? Many people (some lawyers included) don’t think that sexual harassment is a big deal. However,…
Mar 11
Do California’s Court Closures Affect Employee Lawsuits?

Do California’s Court Closures Affect Employee Lawsuits?

Employment Attorney – During the last five years, California’s courts have lost 65% of their general funding. Many courts in Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Bernardino have closed. Hours have been cut, and court fees have…

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California Business and Employment…

California Business and Employment Law

Covers employment and business law in California. By Sayer Fausto LLP.

http://sflegal.wordpress.com

Jan 29
Ledbetter Equal Pay Act Passes Congre

Ledbetter Equal Pay Act Passes Congre

In response to the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Ledbetter v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. (2007) 550 U.S. 618, Congress passed Senate Bill 181 (the “Lilly Ledbetter Fairy Pay Act of 2009?). There have been a number of attempts to…
Jan 27
Opposing Sexual Harassment

Opposing Sexual Harassment

The United States Supreme Court clarified what it means to “oppose” sexual harassment. in Crawford v. Metropolitan of Nashville and Davidson County, Tennessee, Crawford was asked questions during a sexual harassment investigation. In…
Dec 31
Statutory Immunity No Bar to Liability for Public Entity

Statutory Immunity No Bar to Liability for Public Entity

When 69-year-old Theodore DeJung was rejected for a full-time commissioner position for the Sonoma County Superior Court in favor of a person 26 years his junior, Mr. DeJung sued the court for age discrimination in violation of the Fair…

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California Employee Rights…

California Employee Rights Advocate

Covers California labor law. By United Employees Law Group, PC.

http://www.californiaemployeeadvocate.com

Jun 17
Alternative Work Weeks in California

Alternative Work Weeks in California

Federal labor law requires that non-exempt (hourly) employees are paid 1.5 times their regular rate of pay if they work more than 40 hours in week. Whereas, California labor laws take that a step further and require overtime pay of 1.5…
Jun 10
Final Pay Checks in California

Final Pay Checks in California

Have you been terminated, laid off or have you recently quit and are still waiting for your final paycheck? In California employers must pay former employees within specific periods of time. If they do not pay former employees on time the…
Jun 3
Mechanics and their tools in California

Mechanics and their tools in California

Not just mechanics but any trades person that is in a trade requiring tools to be used frequently, your employer can ask you to supply your own tools. But if they do, you must make the equivalent of 2 times the minimum wage. Currently…

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California Employee Rights Blog

Covers employment contracts, discrimination, harassment and more. From the Peters Law Group.

http://www.calemployeerightsblog.com

Jul 8
Use Caution When Posting Online About Employer

Use Caution When Posting Online About Employer

If you have not heard about this, a Best Buy employee recently got into trouble for creating and posting a video poking fun at the iPhone and Apple in general.
Jun 6
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Jun 6
Tennessee Passes Mean-Spirited "English Only" Law

Tennessee Passes Mean-Spirited "English Only" Law

Yesterday I came across an article about an “English-only” law Tennessee passed just last week. My first reaction was similar to when I first heard of the Arizona immigration law, which is that it clearly violates federal law, will be…

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California Employee Rights Law…

California Employee Rights Law Blog

Comments on Employee Benefits and Employment Law. By Adams, Nye, Becht L.L.P.

http://www.calemployeerights.com/

Apr 13
Arbitration Clause Struck Down With Massachusetts Choice of Law Language in California Disability Discrimination Case

Arbitration Clause Struck Down With Massachusetts Choice of Law Language in California Disability Discrimination Case

A former attorney, fired from her job at a large law firm in California due to her disability got court approval to finally take her case to court, and overturn the law firm's arbitration clause. The employer could not compel arbitration…
Apr 3
Leave Beyond What is Required Under Pregnancy Leave Laws May Be A Required Reasonable Accommodation Under FEHA

Leave Beyond What is Required Under Pregnancy Leave Laws May Be A Required Reasonable Accommodation Under FEHA

A case of first impression in the California Court of Appeal clarified the rights of pregnant employees under the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA), explaining that the requirements imposed by other pregnancy leave statutes do not…
Mar 27
Retaliation EEOC Claims Most Prevalent in California for 2012

Retaliation EEOC Claims Most Prevalent in California for 2012

In California and nationally, retaliation claims have been on the rise according to the EEOC (Equal Employment Opportunity Commission). Retaliation charges are made by employees when they are subjected to adverse employment actions (e.g.…

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California Employment and HR Law…

California Employment and HR Law Blog

Covers employment and HR law. By Micah K. Nilsson.

http://www.californiaemploymentlaw-blog.com/

Jun 19
Classifying So-Called “Multitasking” As Either Exempt or Nonexempt Time

Classifying So-Called “Multitasking” As Either Exempt or Nonexempt Time

To properly classify a supervisor as exempt under the California executive exemption, an employer must establish that the supervisor is “primarily engaged” in duties which meet the exemption test. Generally, the key duties include…
Jun 5
Unpaid Interns – Is An Individual’s Agreement to Work for Free Enough?

Unpaid Interns – Is An Individual’s Agreement to Work for Free Enough?

California has long prohibited employees from waiving their right to be compensated for services performed for an employer. As many companies know, even if an employee signs a settlement agreement releasing all claims for monies owed, that…
Apr 22
New Regulations and Court Decisions Spotlight The Interactive Proce

New Regulations and Court Decisions Spotlight The Interactive Proce

Determining whether an employee’s physical or mental impairment should be considered a “disability” under the law has always been challenging for employers. Recently amended California regulations establish that…

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California Employment Attorney…

California Employment Attorney Blog

California labor law, employment policies and procedures, and workplace torts. Covers By Hamer Legal.

http://www.californiaemploymentattorneyblog.com/

Nov 28
California Employers Cannot Deny Family Medical Leave Based on Honest Belief That An Employee Worked Another Job During Leave

California Employers Cannot Deny Family Medical Leave Based on Honest Belief That An Employee Worked Another Job During Leave

Can an employer terminate an employee on medical leave, when the employer has reason to believe that the employee is secretly working at another job? A new California appellate case issued on November 14, 2012, Richey v. Auto Nation, Inc.,…
Nov 5
New California Employment Laws for 2013

New California Employment Laws for 2013

Several new laws apply to California employers in 2013. AB 1844: Social Media Prohibits employers from requiring or asking employees or applicants to: (1) disclose social media user names or passwords; (2) access social media in the…
Sep 25
Can vacation pay be less than an employee’s regular pay rate?

Can vacation pay be less than an employee’s regular pay rate?

The recent case of Bell v. H.F. Cox, Inc. addressed a number of key issues in wage and hour law, including the exemption to overtime requirements for interstate truckers. One issue of more general importance, however, was the Court’s…

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California Employment Attorney Blog

Published by The Nourmand Law Firm

http://www.californiaemploymentattorney-blog.com/

Jul 6
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Do I have a case?

Do I have a case?

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California Employment Law

Features updates and insights regarding California employment law. By Phillip J. Griego & Associates.

http://calemploymentlaw.wordpress.com

Jun 3
Don’t Be That Guy!

Don’t Be That Guy!

Every once in a while I receive a pleading or a motion or some other “legal work” from another attorney and I am reminded of a scathing 2001 decision by District Court Judge Kent from the Southern District of Texas. The…
Apr 24
Upcoming Speaking Engagement: PFAC Annual Conference April 26th

Upcoming Speaking Engagement: PFAC Annual Conference April 26th

Not only is April 26th my mother’s birthday (Happy Birthday, Mom!), I will be leading a presentation entitled, “How to Protect Yourself and Your Clients from Employee Lawsuits” at the Professional Fiduciary…
Mar 11
Top Mistakes Employers Make Presentation on March 28, 2013

Top Mistakes Employers Make Presentation on March 28, 2013

I will present the Top Mistakes Employers Make presentation on March 28, 2013, for the Gavilan Employers Advisory Council. The Gavilan EAC provides local employers with relevant Information on human resource issues and other topics of…

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California Employment Law - Fight…

California Employment Law - Fight Harassment

Covers workplace harassment in California. By Bitton & Associates.

http://www.fightharassment.com/

Jun 9
Martinez v. Combs and the Expanded Definition of “Employer”

Martinez v. Combs and the Expanded Definition of “Employer”

The California Supreme Court has recently expanded the definition of “employer” and what it means to “employ” for the purposes of Labor Code wage and hour violations. In the case of Martinez v. Combs, plaintiffs were seasonal…
Oct 7
How Hostile Does It Have to Be?

How Hostile Does It Have to Be?

Racist comments or ethnic slurs at work can amount to a “hostile work environment” depending on the number of incidents and the working relationship between the speaker and receiver of the discriminatory comments.
Jun 9
Harassing Behavior

Harassing Behavior

The following is a list of some sexual harassing behaviors defined by California statutory law:1. Sexual favors -- unwanted sexual advances or propositions2. Verbal conduct -- epithets, slurs or derogatory comments, including comments about…

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California Employment Law Report

Covers California employment law trends, cases and issues. By Anthony Zaller.

http://www.californiaemploymentlawreport.com/

Jun 7
What To Do In Response To Receiving Private Attorneys Generals Act Notice Sent To The Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA)

What To Do In Response To Receiving Private Attorneys Generals Act Notice Sent To The Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA)

The Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA) is a Labor Code provision that permits aggrieved employees to recover civil penalties that are only recoverable by the California Labor and Workforce Development Agency (LWDA) and the Labor…
May 29
7 Items A Company Needs To Do After Being Sued In A Wage And Hour Class Action

7 Items A Company Needs To Do After Being Sued In A Wage And Hour Class Action

Being named as a defendant in a class action lawsuit can be overwhelming, especially for a quickly growing company. However, with planning, a company can minimize the impact of the litigation on its existing operations and put forth the best…
May 20
Finding the Next Steve Jobs - Nolan Bushnell

Finding the Next Steve Jobs - Nolan Bushnell

Who was the first person to recognize Steve Jobs’ potential and offer him a job? It was Nolan Bushnell. Bushnell also, by the way, founded Atari, co-inventor of the video game Pong, founder of Chuck E. Cheese, and is a serial…

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California Employment Law Update

By Kring & Chung LLP.

http://www.kcemploymentlawupdate.com/

Sep 27
Governor Signs ADA Access Law Reform

Governor Signs ADA Access Law Reform

We are pleased to report that during the week of September 17, 2012, Governor Brown signed a bill reforming Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) access law. The measure, Senate Bill (SB) 1186, will curb lawsuit abuse regarding the ADA while…
Sep 14
Distracted Driving

Distracted Driving

Distracted driving is a concern for employers whose workers spend time driving on the job, either in a personal vehicle or a company-provided vehicle. Employers can generally be held liable for an employee’s negligence while acting within…
Aug 30
Can I Restrict My Employees From Working for My Competitor?

Can I Restrict My Employees From Working for My Competitor?

As an employment lawyer representing employers, this is one of the most frequently asked questions I get from my clients. The short and safe answer is, “No.” California has a strong public policy not to impede its residents’ ability to…

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California Employment Lawyer Blog

Covers employment class actions, damages, and laws. By Fakhimi & Associates.

http://www.californiaemploymentlawyerblog.com/

Jun 15
Sexual Harassment Against Teens Pervasive at Summer Job

Sexual Harassment Against Teens Pervasive at Summer Job

It's summer, and many teens will be entering the workforce for the first time. It's an unfortunate reality that some of them may become victims of sexual harassment by superiors or older co-workers who see them as vulnerable, unaware of…
Jun 10
Sexual Harassment "Blueprint" Restricts Campus Conduct

Sexual Harassment "Blueprint" Restricts Campus Conduct

In response to alleged mishandling of sexual harassment claims on college campuses throughout the country, the Justice Department's Office of Civil Rights issued a 47-page open letter to the University of Montana - one of many such offenders…
May 30
Sexual Harassment Allegations Hit California CEO a Second Time

Sexual Harassment Allegations Hit California CEO a Second Time

He was once the head of Infosys, India's second-largest software services exporter. However, he was forced out following a sexual harassment lawsuit, which was later settled out of court. He then took up at the California-based iGate CEO.…

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California Employment Lawyers Blog

Covers workers' rights and employment law case news and updates. Published by Howard Law, P.C.

http://www.californiaemploymentlawyersblog.com/

Jun 14
California Age Discrimination Lawsuits Pose Many Challenge

California Age Discrimination Lawsuits Pose Many Challenge

The president of Rutgers University was fervently working to tamp down public ire over alleged coaching abuses when he hired an administrator to serve as his chief of staff. But as it turned out, that administrator was in the midst of his…
Jun 10
Refusal to Hire a Felon May be Grounds for Lawsuit

Refusal to Hire a Felon May be Grounds for Lawsuit

It's long been known that a criminal record could hinder one's chances of landing gainful employment. But if a person is denied employment on the basis of a prior felony, is that grounds for a lawsuit? Historically, our Los Angeles…
Jun 2
Overtime Pay for California Home Health Aides Weighed in Washington

Overtime Pay for California Home Health Aides Weighed in Washington

As the baby boom generation sails toward retirement and further into old age, the home health care industry is poised to see a boom. But exactly what that will look like, our Los Angeles labor attorneys know, is a matter of speculation, as…

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California Labor & Employment…

California Labor & Employment Law Blog

Covers arbitration agreements, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, hiring, termination, employee leave, and wage and hour issues. By Carlton DiSante & Freudenberger.

http://www.callaborlaw.com/

Nov 27
California Court Issues Employee Friendly Decision on Unenforceability of Class Action Waiver

California Court Issues Employee Friendly Decision on Unenforceability of Class Action Waiver

By: Robin E. Largent
Nov 27
IRS Mileage Reimbursement Rate Going Up January 1

IRS Mileage Reimbursement Rate Going Up January 1

By: Robin E. Largent
Nov 9
Class Certification Improper on Claims for Expense Reimbursement for Uniforms and Travel

Class Certification Improper on Claims for Expense Reimbursement for Uniforms and Travel

By: Robin E. Largent

Rank this Week: 2005

California Labor and Employment…

California Labor and Employment Defense Blog

Covers labor and employment law issues for employers. By Van Vleck Turner & Zaller.

http://www.vtzlawblog.com/

Feb 8
What Does it Mean to Be Terminated "Because Of" A Protected Characteristic -- Harris v. City of Santa Monica

What Does it Mean to Be Terminated "Because Of" A Protected Characteristic -- Harris v. City of Santa Monica

Under California law it is illegal to terminate an employee "because of" his race, gender, religion, etc. In Harris v. City of Santa Monica, the California Supreme Court delved into the question of what that means where an employer…
Feb 4
Internal Sexual Harassment Complaints are Protected by Anti-SLAPP statute -- Aber v. Comstock

Internal Sexual Harassment Complaints are Protected by Anti-SLAPP statute -- Aber v. Comstock

California's so-called anti-SLAPP statute, CCP section 425.16 et seq., is a powerful weapon for quickly disposing of lawsuit based on allegations that arise out of free speech or "public participation." To…
Dec 27
Class Certification is Appropriate Where Employer has No Break Policy -- Bradley v. Networkers International, LLC

Class Certification is Appropriate Where Employer has No Break Policy -- Bradley v. Networkers International, LLC

The Fourth District Court of Appeal decision in Bradley v. Networkers International, LLC is significant because it directly addresses how the landmark Brinker decision should effect class certification of…

Rank this Week: 2351

California Labor and Employment…

California Labor and Employment Law

Covers employment discrimination, retaliation, and arbitration. By Eugene Lee.

http://www.calaborlaw.com

Jan 19
What Happens to Huge Verdicts AFTER the Headline

What Happens to Huge Verdicts AFTER the Headline

Multi-million dollar verdicts routinely headline the news. But what few seem to know is what happens to those verdicts long after the jury and the public have moved on. More often than not, those verdicts get cut down to size or get lost in a…
Jan 6
Largest Sexual Harassment Verdict in History – $168 Million

Largest Sexual Harassment Verdict in History – $168 Million

A Sacramento hospital has the dubious distinction of being hit with what may be the largest sexual harassment verdict in history. On August 7, 2008, Mercy General Hospital terminated Ani Chopourian, a 45-year-old former cardiac surgery…
Dec 24
Need Your Faith in Humanity Reaffirmed?

Need Your Faith in Humanity Reaffirmed?

Sometimes I go for days without opening a newspaper. It gets downright depressing reading about all the school shootings, political gridlock and homicides. But every now and then, I come across something that actually reaffirms my faith in…

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California Public Agency Labor and…

California Public Agency Labor and Employment Blog

By Liebert Cassidy Whitmore.

http://www.calpublicagencylaboremploymentblog.com

Jun 18
Court To Decide If Ashtanga Yoga Program Violates Prohibition of Religion In Public School

Court To Decide If Ashtanga Yoga Program Violates Prohibition of Religion In Public School

Posted by Morin JacobA case pending in San Diego Superior Court questions the constitutionality of an Ashtanga yoga program provided to students at the Encinitas Union School District. In Sedlock et al v. Baird et al, parents Stephen and…
Jun 14
Ensure Your Waiting Periods Comply with State and Federal Law

Ensure Your Waiting Periods Comply with State and Federal Law

Posted by Guest AuthorThis blog post was authored by Jessica Frier One of the challenges facing employers in complying with healthcare reform is reconciling federal requirements with the requirements of California law. For example,…
Jun 6
Employers Large and Small - How the Affordable Care Act Impacts YOU

Employers Large and Small - How the Affordable Care Act Impacts YOU

Posted by Guest AuthorThis blog post was authored by Jessica R. Frier It’s a myth that the Affordable Care Act (“ACA”) only applies to “large employers” (defined under the Act as those employers with 50 or more…

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Canadian Advocate

Covers immigration, refugee, employment/labour, and occupational health & safety law in Canada. By Abimanyu Singam.

http://canadianadvocate.wordpress.com/

May 14
Immigration Minister Jason Kenney makes welcome changes to refugee bill

Immigration Minister Jason Kenney makes welcome changes to refugee bill

It’s rare and refreshing to see a member of Stephen Harper’s cabinet offer to amend a punitive piece of legislation. “We have listened to parliamentarians on Bill C-31 (which overhauls Canada’s refugee system) and as a result we have…
May 8
Toronto-area teen shares domestic abuse story

Toronto-area teen shares domestic abuse story

Toronto-area teen shares domestic abuse story
Jul 18
Family Law Equalization Claims and Bankruptcy – Schreyer v. Schreyer (2011 SCC 35)

Family Law Equalization Claims and Bankruptcy – Schreyer v. Schreyer (2011 SCC 35)

The parties married in 1980, separated in 1999 and filed for divorce in 2000. Before a master undertook the valuation, the husband made an assignement in bankruptcy without listing the wife as a creditor. She did not receive any notice of…

Rank this Week: 4670

CCH WorkDay Blog

Covers labor and employment law developments. By Wolters Kluwer.

http://www.employmentlawdaily.com/index.php/blog

Jun 18
Whole Foods makes a change in English language policy that may be worth repeating

Whole Foods makes a change in English language policy that may be worth repeating

By Pamela Wolf, J.D. Whole Foods Market Inc. Co-CEO Walter Robb announced on June 13 the revision of the organic grocery chain’s English language policy for employees. The change came after an incident related to its former policy that…
Jun 18
NLRB 11th Circuit brief urges constitutionality of recess appointment

NLRB 11th Circuit brief urges constitutionality of recess appointment

By Mark S. Nelson, J.D. The NLRB has once again urged a federal circuit court to uphold a board action because it believes President Obama’s January 2012 recess appointments to the NLRB passed constitutional muster. The NLRB’s…
Jun 17
BTW, texting a supervisor may not be sufficient notice to invoke FMLA protection

BTW, texting a supervisor may not be sufficient notice to invoke FMLA protection

In an era when text messages seem more common than phone calls, it should come as no surprise that courts are now addressing when texts to supervisors are sufficient to provide an employer with notice of the need for potentially…

Rank this Week: 557

Chicago Executive Lawyer Blog

Covers Illinois employment law issues, including discrimination, retaliation, wage claims and employment contract disputes. By The Prinz Law Firm, P.C.

http://www.chicagoexecutivelawyer.com/

Nov 15
Is being a bad boss illegal?

Is being a bad boss illegal?

There are blog posts nearly every day about the importance of good leadership in the workplace and the negative affects of a bad boss. In our office, we have heard about nearly every type of bad boss: the micro-manager, the screamer, the…
Nov 7
Big Surprise: Ending Workplace Harassment Saves Business' Money

Big Surprise: Ending Workplace Harassment Saves Business' Money

Last month, Bill Toland authored an article in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette that highlights the high costs businesses face by allowing harassment to go unchecked. It is pretty obvious that no one wants to work in an environment where…
Oct 26
It's never too late to pursue a dream

It's never too late to pursue a dream

A client of ours recently published a children's book titled Red Rose and Blue Butterfly. Publishing a book under any circumstances is an amazing feat, but one of the reasons this book in particular is so amazing is that the author, Sara…

Rank this Week: 491

Chicago Overtime Lawyer Blog

Covers the Fair Labor Standards Act, overtime, class actions, and wage and hour cases. By Chicago Overtime Law Center.

http://www.chicagoovertimelawyerblog.com/

Jun 8
Russell Stover Sales Representatives Sue For Unpaid Overtime and Claim That They Are Manual Laborers Not Sales People

Russell Stover Sales Representatives Sue For Unpaid Overtime and Claim That They Are Manual Laborers Not Sales People

While the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 requires employers to appropriately compensate their workers for overtime, the Act also provides exceptions for that rule. Unfortunately, many employers take advantage of these exceptions by…
Jun 7
Maryland Exotic Dancer Sues for $200,000 in Tip

Maryland Exotic Dancer Sues for $200,000 in Tip

When we talk about wage and overtime lawsuits, many people do not consider the fact that tips are included in that category. However, tips can be a very contentious issue, especially because employees who earn tips are, in most states,…
May 30
Nurses Allege That They Are Victims of Wage Theft -- Our Chicago Class Action Lawyers Help Prevent Wage Theft

Nurses Allege That They Are Victims of Wage Theft -- Our Chicago Class Action Lawyers Help Prevent Wage Theft

While many employees fight with their employers to receive their earned overtime compensation, our Chicago overtime lawyers have observed that some workers have to fight to get paid at all. One company in particular has recently been accused…

Rank this Week: 2061

Chicago Small Business Lawyer Blog

Covers Business Law and Employment Law. Published By The Prinz Law Firm, P.C.

http://www.chicagosmallbusinesslawyerblog.com/

Jun 18
The 50th Anniversary of National Small Business Week

The 50th Anniversary of National Small Business Week

By: Amit Bindra It is that time of year again, National Small Business Week. Starting in 1963 with President John F. Kennedy, the President of the United States has issued a proclamation announcing National Small Business Week. …
Jun 13
It's that time of year...time for interns!

It's that time of year...time for interns!

By: Poonam K. Lakhani Thousands of young and eager college students will be hitting the pavement looking for some work experience. Hiring interns can be mutually beneficial. Many employers, however, misunderstand the rules regarding hiring…
Jun 5
Recruiting Talented Employees to a New Busine

Recruiting Talented Employees to a New Busine

By: Amit Bindra There can be a lot of challenges when starting a new business. The company has to create a business plan and find some start-up money. A company also has to attract new employees. Often, new business owners think it will…

Rank this Week: 648

Civil Justice Law Blog

Provides news and commentary daily on the civil justice system in the U.S., focusing mainly on mass torts, employment discrimination, and injury law. By Morelli Ratner PC.

http://www.morellilaw.com/our-blog

May 21
Toxic Mold Litigation in New York

Toxic Mold Litigation in New York

Toxic mold is a serious threat to home and building occupants. As the science behind toxic mold exposure and injuries has become more advanced, New York Courts have taken…
Jan 25
Lawsuit Filed Against Mustapha Ouanes and Saudi Prince Adbulaziz Bin Fahd for Rape and Assault

Lawsuit Filed Against Mustapha Ouanes and Saudi Prince Adbulaziz Bin Fahd for Rape and Assault

Morelli Alters Ratner today filed a lawsuit against HRH PRINCE ABDULAZIZ BIN FAHD ALSAUD, SAUDI OGER LTD (d/b/a HARARI INTERESTS, and MUSTAPHA OUANES for the assault and rape of plaintiff Jane Doe.read more
Jan 17
Morelli Alters Ratner Files Class Action Complaint Against Red Bull

Morelli Alters Ratner Files Class Action Complaint Against Red Bull

Yesterday, Morelli Alters Ratner filed a complaint in federal district court against Red Bull on behalf of named plaintiff Benjamin Careathers and a class of similarly situated others. Thomson Reuters reports: read more

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Class Action Attorneys Blog

Covers employment law and consumer class-action cases. By Pogust Braslow Millrood.

http://www.classactionattorneysblog.com/

Feb 14
Triumph

Triumph

On February 7, 2013, Carnival’s Triumph left the port of Galveston in what was anticipated to be a relaxing four-day cruise to the Caribbean. However, this winter getaway quickly turned into a living nightmare for Triumph’s 3,142…
Jan 17
Fisher-Price Rock ‘N Play Infant Sleeper Recall to Inspect – Not Reimburse

Fisher-Price Rock ‘N Play Infant Sleeper Recall to Inspect – Not Reimburse

On January, 8, 2013, The Consumer Product Safety Commission in association with Fisher-Price announced a voluntary recall of the Rock ‘N Play Infant Sleeper due to the risk of mold developing between the removable seat cushion and hard…
Oct 12
Complaints Continue about Hurd Window and Door Defect

Complaints Continue about Hurd Window and Door Defect

Customers have had many complaints over the years about not just the customer service but also the quality of the products that they have received from Hurd Windows and Doors. From faulty locking mechanisms to the insulation gas leaking out…

Rank this Week: 4636

Column of Justice

Covers Utah criminal, employment, real property and tort law. By Nelson Abbott.

http://www.columnofjustice.com/

Jun 8
BE WARY OF FORECLOSURE DEFENSE CLAIMS

BE WARY OF FORECLOSURE DEFENSE CLAIMS

With all of the foreclosures going on, a cottage industry has popped up. The cottage industry claims that they can stop or slow down foreclosures allowing people to live in their homes without paying their mortgage for a period of time. To…
May 21
COURT THROWS OUT PREMISES LIABILITY CLAIM

COURT THROWS OUT PREMISES LIABILITY CLAIM

Tasha Jensen visited an apartment complex in West Jordan, Utah to see if she wanted to rent an apartment. While inside the apartment, it started to rain. As she returned to her car, she ran to her car with her head down. On the way, she…
May 8
Attorney gets suspension another gets disbarred

Attorney gets suspension another gets disbarred

Allen F. Thomason of Highland, Utah was recently suspended from the practice of law. It isn’t uncommon for Utah attorneys to be suspended from practicing law. Mr. Thomason’s suspension is unusual, if not bizarre. Mr. Thomason…

Rank this Week: 3585

Connecticut Employment Law Blog

Features developments in labor and employment law. By Daniel A. Schwartz.

http://www.ctemploymentlawblog.com/

Jun 18
Black Swans and Trojan Horses: Why That Internship Program May Not Be Legal

Black Swans and Trojan Horses: Why That Internship Program May Not Be Legal

Daniel SchwartzLast week, a federal judge in New York ruled that unpaid interns on the movie “Black Swan” should have been paid for their work, under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). You can download the decision in Glatt v.…
Jun 17
CBA Annual Meeting: Resources on Social Media & Employment Law

CBA Annual Meeting: Resources on Social Media & Employment Law

Daniel SchwartzThis afternoon, I’ll be speaking to the Connecticut Bar Association’s Annual Meeting on a topic that is familiar to blog readers: The Intersection of Employment Law and Social Media. If you’re attending,…
Jun 12
Employee Who Changed Word Secretly in Severance Agreement Allowed to Proceed With Discrimination Claim

Employee Who Changed Word Secretly in Severance Agreement Allowed to Proceed With Discrimination Claim

Daniel SchwartzThe situation is a common one. Employer terminates the employment of an employee. Employer provides a severance agreement with its signature already affixed. Employee signs it and returns the agreement to the…

Rank this Week: 959

Current Employment

Covers HR and labor law, employee benefits and employment policies.

http://currentemployment.net

Apr 25
Seminar Next Week: Social Media in the Workplace

Seminar Next Week: Social Media in the Workplace

On Wednesday, May 1, I will be in Aurora giving a talk on how to navigate employee social media use at work. It’s a free seminar put on by Aurora [...]
Apr 12
Why Do We Work Hard?

Why Do We Work Hard?

Or, maybe more importantly, why don’t your employees? What motivates people to put their all into their jobs? In this TedX talk, Dan Ariely has some pretty amazing answers. Take [...]
Mar 19
Can We Be a Christian Company?

Can We Be a Christian Company?

Every once in a while, someone randomly asks me a question that sends me down a rabbit hole of employment law that is nearly impossible to escape from. This happened [...]

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