Benefits Think 5 employment law cases to pay attention to
From the Affordable Care Act to the EEOC’s retaliation guidance, the world of benefits law is always rapidly evolving, says lawyer Richard Meneghello.
Richard R. Meneghello
Partner
Benefits Think Top 5 recent employment and labor law stories
Justice Antonin Scalia’s death and ACA developments have created legal uncertainties that employers and their advisers should know about.
Benefits Think How Scalia’s death could impact employer-related cases
The Supreme Court Justice’s passing calls into question the future of some benefits-related decisions.
Benefits Think Justice Scalia’s death leads to employer uncertainty
The passing of Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia throws employers into a world of uncertainty. While Supreme Court jurisprudence is often unpredictable, Justice Scalia’s death will no doubt lead to an unusual amount of turmoil for the foreseeable future.
How to get through winter without a lawsuit
Commentary: The season of snow, the flu and holiday parties is upon us. Here are some best practices employers should follow to minimize winter-related risk.
How should employers handle employee alcohol abuse?
Commentary: If an employer fires someone because they know or suspect the employee is an alcoholic, that action could result in an ADA claim. Here are five things employers need to know about employee alcohol abuse.
Pros and cons of severance agreements
Employers who pay out severance to their employees run certain risks that need to be considered beforehand. Some employers have learned the hard way that severance agreements aren't always the best course of action. Last year, the University of Oregon received bad press when it was discovered that former head coach Mike Bellotti received a substantial payout upon his departure.
Legal Alert: New ADA rules provide much needed clarification
After a lengthy wait, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has issued final regulations and interpretive guidance for the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), the new disability law which was passed in 2008.