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Connecticut Court Upholds $100K Emotional Distress Award for Fired Therapist

A blog post about a case in which a therapist recovered for negligent infliction of emotional distress after being terminated by the nursing home she worked at.

Maintaining Retirement Plans after a Late-Life Divorce

A blog post about how to maintain your financial retirement plans after a financial blow like divorce.

401K Plan Participants May Sue Former Spouse for Benefits

A blog post about 401K plans and what rights former spouses are entitled to.

Things You Should Know: Employment Law

This article is based upon another attorney's work, but changed to reflect Montana law. The original can be found at https://www.avvo.com/legal-guides/ugc/employee-rights-overview

The Panama Papers Leak: An Overview

A blog post about the Panama Papers leak and the legal issues surrounding it.

Employer and Employee Coverage Under the Fair Labor Standards Act

A blog post about the requirements for coverage under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

The Sex Discrimination Case That Won't Die

A blog post about a sex discrimination case out of Washington D.C. that has been pending for 27 years and counting.

Continuation of Medical Benefits Under the ADA and FMLA

A blog post about whether an employee is obligated to maintain medical coverage while the employee is out on leave.

What Is Considered Sexual Harassment?

A blog post about the problems of sexual favoritism and when sexual favoritism does and does not violate Title VII.

Workers’ Compensation: Understanding What a Claim Involves

Workers’ Compensation: Understanding What a Claim Involves

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