Since many employers regularly review their employees and record those assessments in written documents, the fact that the manager could be sued for defamation probably comes as a big surprise. A look at a recent case.
When your firm takes on a new hire, you may be putting the firm at risk for disqualification from a large case. Here's why.
Since the H-1B filing season is historically brief, employers and their counsel are now preparing to file H-1B petitions on behalf of employees to ensure that work authorization is secured.
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act imposes significant new responsibilities on employers and employer-sponsored group-health plans. Herein is a complete rundown on what to expect and when.
In a major decision of London's Technology and Construction Court that will have global repercussions, technology vendor Electronic Data Systems has been found liable for a deceitful misrepresentation that induced broadcaster BSkyB to enter into a contract with it.
Stockholder activism is increasing, giving rise to exposure to claims. As a result, it is prudent to assess indemnification provisions and arrangements together with D&O coverage and risk management functions.
Managing outside counsel, particularly a large firm, can be particularly challenging. This article discusses 10 recommendations for strengthening the partnership between inside and outside counsel.
With crystal clarity, the U.S. Government has signaled its intentions regarding enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA): far greater resources devoted to FCPA investigations, and far harsher penalties for FCPA violations.
Following in the footsteps of its very successful mediation program, the Delaware Court of Chancery recently added a new weapon to its arsenal of alternative dispute resolution options.
