Labor and Employment

Appeals Decision Tightens Noose On Trade Secret Theft

A recent decision from the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit, continuing what appears to be a trend moving […]

Subway Franchisor Enters Agreement With DOL

The agreement, largely pro forma, nevertheless appears to be a tacit admission that Doctor’s Associates Inc., owner and franchisor for […]

DOJ Sues United Airlines On Behalf Of Pilot

According to a complaint filed in Chicago federal court, United Airlines violated a pilot’s employment rights by failing to credit […]

Firms Offer Salary Bump, Expanded Benefits To Lure Associates

This summer saw a rash of BigLaw firms bump the salaries of lower-level attorneys, but they’ve also added generous benefits […]

What Expanding Joint Employer Rules Mean for You

The recent trend of expanding joint employer liability means companies should carefully analyze the scope of their potential joint employer […]

A Legal Roadmap for Wellness Programs

Health insurance ranks among the top costs for an employer. Wellness programs can lead to lower premiums and impact a […]

Former County Prosecutor Files Gender Pay Bias Suit

A former Vermont county prosecutor claims she was paid about $14,000 less per year than a male prosecutor in the […]

App Built To Fight Minimum Wage Increases

The Employment Policies Institute recently launched Wage Engage, an iPhone app that will alert business owners when minimum wage legislation […]

Judge Dismisses Suit Against Seattle’s Uber, Lyft Union Law

Last year, Seattle became the first U.S. city to pass a law giving drivers for Uber, Lyft, and other crowd-sharing […]

SEC Targets Illegal Severance Agreements

Atlanta-based BlueLinx Holdings Inc. broke the law when it required outgoing employees to waive their rights, the Securities and Exchange […]

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