The Danger Of Relying On “Fit” In Hiring
Notes to my (legal) self.
Shocking! Disabled Employees Dissed By Doctors
Health care professionals must be extra vigilant in their policies, practices, and training -- they are in the cross-hairs of the EEOC.
What Even Is AI ‘Competence’? It Depends.
Takeaways from a Legalweek panel on evolving malpractice risks.
Why People Hate Human Resources (And Why Michael Hated Toby)
Lawyers and HR professionals should always have viable alternatives to avoid being called the 'fun police.'
High Heels At Work Required — A Follow Up
Is it okay to require that women wear high heels as long as there is an 'equivalent standard' for men?
Diversity And Inclusion In Biglaw Isn’t A Quick Fix
But here are some tips to help get you started.
Morning Docket: 07.13.18
* Roy Moore threatens to sue Showtime because he's one of the few people left on the planet that can't recognize Sacha Baron Cohen. [Variety] * Apparently, the court frowns upon handjobs in their conference rooms. [Columbus Dispatch] * The Daily Journal published some thoughts on Justice Kennedy’s retirement from Alex Kozinski, reminding everyone again about that Kozinski-Kavanaugh connection. [Slate] * Law firm leaders are optimistic that they're about to see some growth in demand despite years and years of evidence to the contrary. [American Lawyer] * Opioid dealers incensed that they may have to pay some sort of penalty for all that "human misery." [New York Law Journal] * Washington's AG announces agreement ending fast food non-compete policies for their workers. Yes... fast food restaurants have "non-compete" agreements. [Seattle Times] * Hackers are selling access to law firms for $3500 which isn't a new phenomenon. [CNBC]
Legal Is Changing. And NeoSummit Is Where The Future Is Being Built.
Legal and operational leaders are gathering May 6–7 in Fort Lauderdale to confront the questions the industry hasn't answered—with a keynote from Amanda Knox setting the tone.
Employers Shouldn’t Be Able To Fire Employees Because They Angered The President
In defense of Juli Briskman
A Less Perfect Union?
The Supreme Court's Janus decision dealt a serious blow to unions. What impact will this decision will have on unions long-term?
Morning Docket: 07.03.18
* Michael Cohen's lawyers are doubling down on their effort to get a gag order against Michael Avenatti. Meanwhile, Cohen gave an interview to Good Morning America, an irony not lost on Avenatti. [Courthouse News Service] * After the Supreme Court gutted public sector unions, the cheerleaders of Alito's judicial activism may end up getting more than they bargained for. Some believe that, stripped of funds to negotiate a contract at the table, unions may increasingly jump right to the picket line. [National Law Journal] * The sad tale of Stan Lee's finances apparently has folks lawyering up. [USA Today] * Jones Day's gender discrimination suit puts a new spotlight on its notorious black box compensation model. Will the firm come clean about how it pays people, or will it be dragged into discovery? [American Lawyer] * The top appellate attorney for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, an entity devoted to whittling down the rights of consumers to pursue meaningful legal action against businesses, has left the group to join a plaintiffs' side firm. Ahahahahahahahaha. [National Law Journal] * Michigan State is fighting hard to keep the advice of its in-house attorneys privileged. The state has some concern that potential criminal activity could've been shielded by having a lawyer in the room, which given the scope of the cover-up revealed so far is not entirely unreasonable. [Corporate Counsel] * We've given the NLJ 500 a lot of flack over the years, but the ranking does give us insight into which markets are in growth mode. This year, that's Portland, Oregon. Tell that to Perkins Coie. [Law.com]
Biker Who Flipped Off Trump Loses Wrongful Termination Case, Which Is What We Need Right Now
Take note of this proper application of free speech, you Tiki Torch waving Nazis
The New Way Litigators Handle Depositions Applies AI Every Step Of The Way
Depositions by Filevine help with scheduling, tracking goals, and trial prep.
Top 4 Causes Of Biglaw Injuries (My Best Guesses)
What types of substandard conditions, injuries, and close calls have you seen or heard about in Biglaw?
Supreme Court Ends Terrible Scourge Of Teachers Earning Living Wages
In Janus, the Supreme Court dealt a body blow to organized labor.
You’re Fired?
Whether you see leakers as patriots or pests, some have recently asked: What protections, if any, do these public employees have if the Trump administration follows through and fires them?
8 Helpful Hints On What Not To Call An Older Employee
It's not good, not fair, and not legal. So why are there so many cases of thinly disguised ageism?
Dangling High On An Oil Rig With The KKK Below To ‘Rescue’: Shocking Racial Harassment At Work
Employers must insure that these terrible actions do not occur -- and that if a complaint is made, that it is expeditiously investigated and remedied.