Benefits Think Tip of the Day: Tie a yellow ribbon on your finger …

Published October 8, 2009 1:54 PM EDT 1 Min Read

… To remind you of the importance of complying with USERRA (Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994). Or, take whatever money you have in your wallet and throw it in the trash, as a reminder of the consequences if you don’t comply.

In this month’s EBN, contributors David Henderson and Matthew Ritchie details several cautionary tales from employers who were taken to court for USERRA violations, and one particular case this year that posted the largest USERRA judgment ever — at least $1.13 million for double back- pay, interest, costs and attorneys fees.

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