Dec 10, 2019
Sexual Harassment Claims in the #MeToo Era
December 10, 2019 – The #MeToo movement has certainly shed light on the extent of sexual harassment in the lives of women in the workplace—putting an end to abuse and holding aggressors and employers accountable raises another set of issues. What rights do women have in the face of powerful institutions and public personalities? What is a proper remedy in the case of sexual harassment? Can women ever be free from the threat of retaliation?
Oct 31, 2019
Does a Whistleblower Have Protections Against Retaliation?
October 31, 2019 – In recent developments regarding the whistleblower complaint by an anonymous CIA officer against actions by President Donald Trump, a common concern has arisen around whistleblower protections. Is the whistleblower in this case in danger of retaliation? What protections does the whistleblower have related to privacy and anonymity? How does this case compare to protections for whistleblowers under Minnesota law?
Sep 19, 2019
Massie Presents on Marijuana in the Workplace to MSBA
September 19, 2019 – Firm attorney Dustin Massie will present to members of the Minnesota State Bar Association’s Labor and Employment Law Section on September 25, 2019.
Aug 27, 2019
Wage Theft: How Are You Protected?
August 27, 2019 – Each year, nearly 40,000 Minnesotans lose about $12 million in unpaid wages. Oftentimes, this wage theft occurs in the form of unpaid overtime, withholding paychecks and misclassifying workers as independent contractors. With newly enacted and strengthened laws in place, more employers will be held accountable.
Jun 13, 2019
Paid Sick Leave in Minnesota: Are You Covered?
June 13, 2019 - While paid sick leave is not a federal requirement, many U.S. states and cities have begun enacting laws requiring employers to provide paid sick and safe leave. Three of Minnesota's largest cities - Minneapolis, St. Paul, and, soon, Duluth - have begun implementing new ordinances requiring covered employers to offer either paid or unpaid sick leave to eligible employees.Mar 20, 2019
Medical Cannabis in the Workplace: Massie Article Explores the State of the Law
March 20, 2019 – In the January/February 2019 issue of The Federal Lawyer magazine, firm attorney Dustin Massie explored the state of the law concerning medical cannabis and workplace rights.
Jan 10, 2019
Qui Tam Whistleblower: Is your employer defrauding the government?
January 10, 2019 – Each year, the United States recovers billions of dollars lost to fraud and false claims made against the federal government. These recoveries are made possible in large part because of qui tam whistleblowers—employees and private citizens who make the report and expose the fraud.
Nov 09, 2018
401(k) Fees Too High? Your Employer May Not Be Doing Its Due Diligence
November 9, 2018 – For many of us, employer-sponsored 401(k) retirement plans are the cornerstone of our financial security in retirement. However, excessive fees can eat into our hard-earned savings and leave us questioning whether our employer is managing the plan properly and operating in our best interest.