Severance Agreements

An employee (or former employee) should recognize that a proposed Settlement Agreement (“SA”) is a formal contract, with potentially life-long effects on the employee’s behavior and career. The employee must understand

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Social Media and Discovery

Anything written or posted in social media (via smart phones, laptops, desktops, etc.) may be discoverable in litigation and used at trial.  Any electronically stored information (ESI) describing events occurring at work

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The Role of the EEOC or CCRD

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is the federal agency with responsibility for investigating and attempting to settle discrimination and retaliation claims before a lawsuit is filed. The EEOC has administrative jurisdiction

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Should I Stay or Should I Go?

The Employee’s Burden of Proving “Constructive Discharge” One of the most difficult decisions you may face is whether to quit your job. We suggest that you consult with an attorney before making

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