In an interesting published decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit has held that an offer of less favorable severance benefits to a female may constitute sex discrimination in violation of Title VII. This article takes a closer look at this case.
- July 26, 2012Kevin C. McCormick
The long-standing practice of resolving Title VII indirect discrimination claims through summary judgment using the McDonnell-Douglas framework has recently come under fire. This article analyzes the recent ruling that has upset the applecart.
July 26, 2012Ralph A. Morris and Alexis M. DominguezThis article outlines some of the major considerations of tenants and landlords in addressing the primary source of pre-commencement default under leases: the tenant improvement letter.
July 26, 2012Travis SiebeneicherBoth the franchise sales process and the relationship between franchisor and franchisee during the term of the franchise are regulated. Here's what you have to know.
July 26, 2012Rupert M. BarkoffThe same argument for building or retrofitting sustainable buildings for commercial properties holds for shopping centers. Here's why.
July 26, 2012Richard J. SobelsohnAn in-depth look at why and how the Second Circuit reached its decision on asbestos claims against Pfizer, whose parent company had filed for bankruptcy.
July 26, 2012Steven B. Smith and Dana Gale HefterOn April 1, 2012, Pinnacle Airlines became the 11th smaller airline to file Chapter 11 since BAPCPA. But this time, there's a difference.
July 26, 2012Max J. NewmanA recent decision is critically important to bankruptcy lawyers, particularly those who prosecute and defend causes of action brought by bankruptcy estates and their representatives.
July 26, 2012Brian L. Shaw and Terence G. BanichAn item of key importance are discussed.
June 29, 2012ALM Staff | Law Journal Newsletters |

