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Unequal Severance Benefits and Discrimination Claims
July 26, 2012
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.
Is McDonnell Douglas in for a Bumpy Ride?
July 26, 2012
The long-standing practice of resolving Title VII indirect discrimination claims through summary judgment using the <i>McDonnell-Douglas</i> framework has recently come under fire. This article analyzes the recent ruling that has upset the applecart.
Tenant Improvement Letters
July 26, 2012
This 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.
In the Spotlight: The New York Franchise Act
July 26, 2012
Both 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.
The Green Shopping Center
July 26, 2012
The same argument for building or retrofitting sustainable buildings for commercial properties holds for shopping centers. Here's why.
Second Circuit Allows Asbestos Claims to Proceed Against Pfizer
July 26, 2012
An 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.
Pinnacle Airlines' Chapter 11
July 26, 2012
On April 1, 2012, Pinnacle Airlines became the 11th smaller airline to file Chapter 11 since BAPCPA. But this time, there's a difference.
In Pari Delicto: The Seventh Circuit Gives New Life to Evil Zombies
July 26, 2012
A recent decision is critically important to bankruptcy lawyers, particularly those who prosecute and defend causes of action brought by bankruptcy estates and their representatives.
INVISIBLE MARKETING - I.
July 11, 2012
INVISIBLE MARKETING - I. Recognizing the opportunities given to you by clients or prospects is called invisible marketing. And to the surprise of many, complaints are one fo the best marketing tools you have. If a client calls with a complaint, you've got to make an assumption that they want to keep you on doing the work. If they didn't, they would just terminate the work most likely and never tell you why. When a client calls&#133;
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