Although the majority of jobs are “at-will,” an employer/employee relationship can often benefit from an employment contract. This is a complex document that should be drafted by an employment law attorney. When you meet with your attorney to discuss the contract, consider the following factors. Your responses to the following issues will help shape your […]
The use of alcohol and drugs is known to affect a driver’s ability to safely operate a motor vehicle. All states have criminalized both driving while using alcohol and other drugs, even if the driver is impaired to the slightest degree. However, with the increased use of prescription pain killers more individuals are driving while […]
In Arizona, most employment relationships are categorized as “at-will.” At-will employment means that an employer may terminate an employee at any time, without notice, for almost any reason, so long as that reason is not unlawful. Below are some unlawful reasons for employee terminations. Whistleblowing “Whistleblowing” refers to employees who report to management the belief […]
Appellate law is significantly different from other areas of the law, as an appeal is not the same as a trial. In an appeals case, it is not possible to introduce new evidence or to present oral arguments based on evidence that was previously introduced at the trial. An appeal has the greatest chance of […]
On October 19, 2018, President Trump issued a Presidential Memorandum directing Federal Agencies to work together to reduce burdens on Western Water deliveries. The goal of the memorandum is to reduce regulatory burdens and improve water reliability. The Memorandum stated that it would benefit major water infrastructure projects. However, the focus of the memorandum was […]
You have probably heard of arbitration before, but you may not understand what the concept means. If you don’t want to take your case to court, arbitration is an alternative. How can you tell when arbitration is the best move for you? Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about arbitration—and the answers. […]
The American Rule controls assessment of attorney fees arising out of litigation. Under this rule, each party is responsible for paying its own attorney fees, unless specific authority granted by statute or contract allows the assessment of those fees against the other party. The American Rule contrasts with the English Rule, under which the losing […]
The United States is currently experiencing the longest government shutdown in U.S. History. One of the several effects of this shutdown is the inability to access E-Verify accounts. E-Verify is a system allowing employers to confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States. Since the government shutdown has made E-Verify unavailable, […]
Let’s face it: Company mergers are complex procedures. If you are getting ready for a company merger, you may be wondering if there are any steps you can take in order to ensure that the process runs as smoothly as possible. Here are some tips to keep in mind if you are involved in an […]
The 8th Circuit ruled on December 7, 2018 in Hustvet v. Allina Health System, that an employee who was terminated for failing to receive a vaccination for Rubella was not discriminated or retaliated against under the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended (“ADA”). Janice Hustvet was an employee at the Courage Center (the “Center”) working […]
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