As the circuit courts continue to define the pleading standards for fiduciary breach claims challenging investments in defined contribution plans, the Eighth Circuit affirmed in part and reversed in part a district courtβs finding that a group of 403(b) plan participants failed to state such a claim. In Davis v
Archives for June 8, 2020
Minnesota Executive Order 20-74 and the Broad Reopening of Places of Public Accommodation
On June 5, 2020, Governor Tim Walz continued with the phased reopening of Minnesota by issuing Executive Order 20-74. Effective June 10, 2020, this executive order will further loosen restrictions on businesses that are places of public accommodation.
Supreme Court Clears Bankruptcy Restructuring of Puerto Rico Government Pension Plans
On June 1, 2020, the Supreme Court of the United States issued a unanimous decision in Financial Oversight and Management Board for Puerto Rico v. Aurelius Investment, LLC, No. 18β1334, holding that the selection of the members of the Financial and Oversight Management Board for Puerto Rico did not violate
Tackling the Realities of COVID-19, Part II: Childcare, Leave, Teleworking, and Tales From a Working Mom
This is the second in a series of articles written from my perspective as a labor and employment lawyer and mother addressing issues raised by the pandemic on multiple levels. My hope is that this series will provide practical guidance on how to deal with COVID-19 concerns based on current
New Jersey Department of Labor Issues Mandatory Misclassification Poster
In January of this year, New Jersey enacted a package of laws designed to root out and punish misclassification of employees as independent contractors.
Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act Provides PPP Loan Recipients Much Needed Relief
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) represented a lifeline to many businesses struggling to stay afloat amid the Coronavirus pandemic by providing forgivable loans to businesses to cover payroll and certain non-payroll costs. Unfortunately, businesses who were fortunate enough to obtain [β¦]
The post Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act Provides PPP
Illinois Returns to Work with Certain Conditions and Employer Requirements
On May 28, 2020, Governor J.B. Pritzker, in conjunction with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), issued industry-specific Return to Work toolkits and training requirements covering proper social distancing, cleaning, provision and proper use of face coverings, as well
Seattle Passes Ordinance Providing COVID-19 Paid Sick and Safe Time for Gig Workers
On June 1, 2020, the Seattle City Council unanimously passed an ordinance temporarily requiring certain companies that rely on βgig economyβ workers to provide paid sick and safe time to those workers for the duration of the COVID-19 emergency.
D.C. Amends Emergency Paid Leave Amendments
On May 27, 2020, District of Columbia Mayor Muriel Bowser signed a bill that amends D.C. emergency paid leave requirements. Although many changes are stylistic and do not affect the substance of the law, one change clarifies an issue concerning when the new obligation began, and others detail when
Strengthening Diversity & Inclusion in E-Discovery in a Post-Pandemic World
Dionysia Johnson-Massie and Kimberly Duplechain identify opportunities to expand engagement and retention of diverse talent.
LegalTech News
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Remote working offers employers and employees lots of opportunities β and just as many headaches
Donald Dowling describes the challenges employers encounter when hiring abroad.
Financial Post
Evolution of Waiver Rules Associated with Attorney, Client Work Product Privileges
Evolution of Waiver Rules Associated with Attorney, Client Work Product Privileges
Legal Intelligencer
3 Considerations for Managing Remote Workforces Beyond the Pandemic
San Diego Requires Temperature Checks
Mishell Parreno Taylor and Evelyn Wiggins describe the daily temperature screenings for employees.
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