Contracting Away a Controversy: Nike v. Already LLC
November 29, 2012
In a case that could have important ramifications for trademark owners, as well as owners of other intellectual property and infringing defendants, the U.S. Supreme Court on Nov. 7, 2012, heard oral argument in <i>Already LLC v. Nike, Inc.</i> The case revolves around under what circumstances a covenant not to sue can defeat jurisdiction.
Defining Income for Child Support Purposes
November 28, 2012
The use of guideline child support throughout the nation has made vital the threshold definition of income for support purposes. The odds are increasing that other states will have dealt with the issue.
A Useful Tool for Global Employers
November 27, 2012
For the benefit of global companies with operations in Germany, this article explores how "short-time work" can be introduced, and which rules must be observed in order to qualify for associated government grants.
Religious Discrimination Claim
November 27, 2012
In a recent decision, the Maryland District Court considered, and rejected, a claim of religious discrimination filed by a former social worker at Genesis Healthcare-Franklin Wood Center (Genesis).
How to Survive the Whistleblower Epidemic
November 27, 2012
Regardless of whether an employer is publicly traded or subject to the Dodd-Frank Act, the media attention on whistleblowing and the public awareness created by the statute has increased the whistleblower pressure in all employment settings.
Avoiding Liability in Employee References
October 26, 2012
An employer must be careful when providing employment references. However, recent case law demonstrates the difficulty an employee faces in trying to establish defamation by a former employer.
Could Settling Cost You $1,000 Per Day?
October 26, 2012
Imagine settling an employment discrimination claim for $450,000 and then getting a bill for $90,000 more than three months later! As of Jan. 1, 2012, this has been possible, and most private employers have no idea it could happen.
The FMLA, Expanded
October 26, 2012
Employees who remain out on leave longer than the FMLA's 12 weeks pursuant to their employers' representations can typically reclaim their jobs and even seek damages beyond those envisioned by the statute. Here's why.
