Sound Advice
Does Title VII Prohibit Sexual Orientation Discrimination?
A summary of the five primary arguments, pro and con, that the Supreme Court is likely to face if and when it takes up the issue of Title VII coverage of sexual orientation discrimination. (12:12 min.)
ADA: Reasonable Accommodation Request
Kara I. Smith discusses the background, reasons, trends, and recent developments of feasible accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended. (13:59 min.)
E-Discovery: Proportionality or Limitations on Discovery with Respect to ESI
John Stock discusses changes in ESI rules and how to get the best results for your clients. (14:30 min.)
8 Key Issues in Employment Settlement Agreements
Have you considered how the settlement will be treated for tax purposes? Eliot Rushovich examines that and other considerations that will benefit your client. (11:42 min.)
2015 Amendments to the Rules of Federal Procedure
Jennifer Phillips discusses some of the significant rule changes with a focus on changes to the federal discovery rules. (9:02 min.)
30(b)(6) Depositions
Litigators Walt Auvil and Eric Kinder explain why a plaintiff would use a 30(b)(6) deposition, how to take it on effectively, and what corporate counsel must do to prepare for and defend the deposition. (8:49 min.)
Religious Accommodations in the Workplace - Part I
Religious-discrimination claims have skyrocketed in recent years. Employment-law expert Tamara Jones examines many of the latest developments in “failure to accommodate” claims under Title VII. (12:33 min.)
Religious Accommodations in the Workplace - Part II
Religious-discrimination claims have skyrocketed in recent years. Employment-law expert Tamara Jones examines many of the latest developments in “failure to accommodate” claims under Title VII. (8:44 min.)
Evidentiary Impact of EEOC Reasonable-Cause Determinations on Employment-Discrimination Cases
Kevin O'Connor discusses whether determinations of probable cause are admissible in court, and whether they preclude the employer from later obtaining summary judgment. (8:32 min.)
Pitfalls of the Fair Labor Standards Act for Law Firms
Labor laws can be complex, even for law firms. Long-time labor and employment attorney Mike Pierro explains the general requirements for law firms as well as some common compliance mistakes. (10:55 min.)
10 Tips for Securing Summary Judgment—From the Defense Perspective
David Michael outlines steps to take before you move for summary judgment in an employment discrimination case. (5:27 min.)
Transgender Protections Against Employment Discrimination - Part I
Nancy Marcus highlights three recent developments regarding transgender rights that may impact employment discrimination cases across the country. (10:10 min.)
Transgender Protections Against Employment Discrimination - Part II
Nancy Marcus highlights three recent developments regarding transgender rights that may impact employment discrimination cases across the country. (11:07 min.)
Litigating Front Pay Claims – A Primer
When litigating statutory claims of harassment or discrimination, do you seek reinstatement, front pay, or both? Kevin J. O’Connor outlines the factors that must be considered. (9:57 min.)
Whistleblower Protections
Josh Johanningmeier summarizes the new OSHA rules regarding whistleblowers. (07:45 min.)