There is something interesting going on in the 11th Circuit lately. Summary judgments in employment cases are being reversed. Kragor v. Takeda Pharmaceuticals America, Inc. is the latest in a slew of reversals this year. In this case, the corporate executive who terminated the plaintiff for alleged misconduct later said that the plaintiff was an exceptional employee who […]
Category: Age Discrimination
Which Federal Employment Laws Apply to My Employer?
Different companies are subject to different federal employment laws based on their size. Below is an overview of the federal employment laws that affect companies with certain numbers of employees. There may be additional state laws that apply which are not discussed here. 1+ EMPLOYEES Although smaller companies are exempt from certain requirements, […]
Why do I have 21 days to consider this severance agreement and other common severance issue
When an employee receives a severance offer, they are often shocked to see in the agreement that the employer is telling them to consult a lawyer, that they have 21 days (or sometimes 45 days) to consider the agreement, and that they have seven days after they sign the agreement to change their mind.
Why do […]