WIRTW #351 (the “conciliation” edition)
We’re supposed to assume complete good faith on the government’s part and complete bad faith on the part of employers? Chief Justice John ...
Why retaliation claims should keep you up at night
By Jon Hyman
In early 2009, Aker Plant Services terminated the employment of Tommy Sharp as part of workforce reduction. When Sharp asked his supervisor ...
Beware the pregnancy accommodation claim
By Jon Hyman
On Monday I published my list of the five biggest issues employers need to watch and manage in 2015. I listed “pregnancy leave rights” as n...
“Buyer’s regret” as an adverse employment action
By Jon Hyman
Nearly a year ago, in Deleon v. City of Kalamazoo , the 6th Circuit decided that an employee could claim discrimination when he was “involun...
Five for ’15: The legal issues that need to be on your radar
By Jon Hyman
Personally, December is my favorite time of the year. I love the joy and togetherness of the holiday season. Professionally, however, I love...