Do you want to hold a company holiday party, but worry about being sued? In the past, employers have faced worker’s compensation claims for holiday party injuries as well as lawsuits for sexual harassment, drunk driving by employees, and religious discrimination. Some companies are asking employees to sign holiday party waivers, but they won’t [...]
A District Court in Missouri found an employer is not required to grant an employee indefinite leave under the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA). Deciphering the ADA and its reasonable accommodation requirements can be tricky and cause employers much angst. However, this case gives employers a little peace of mind, knowing they may not have [...]
Hertz recently fired 26 Muslim drivers for failing to clock in and out for their ten minute breaks. The union representing the employees claims discrimination based on religion. Hertz’s conduct is a great example of the value of having and following reasonable Company policies. The drivers claim Hertz, at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, fired them [...]
Even though generally employers can fire someone for a good reason, a bad reason, or no reason at all, they cannot fire someone for a discriminatory reason. A recent District Court case in Connecticut reminds employers that anti-discrimination laws are far-reaching and protection for pregnant employees lasts well beyond nine months! In this case, a [...]
As published in the August 1, 2011 Connecticut Law Tribune Editor’s Note: This is the fifth in a six-part series examining how employment law issues specifically affect law firms. Next week’s article will focus on how keeping proper paperwork is crucial to demonstrating legal compliance and minimizing litigation.