by e-LawLines | Jan 6, 2014 | Corporate Law, Employment Law, Small Business Law
***We originally published this article in February 2012. Almost a year later, the Midwest is in the middle of another major winter storm, with more snow likely to come before spring arrives. Accordingly, this is a perfect opportunity to republish this time...
by e-LawLines | Nov 20, 2013 | Employment Law, Litigation, Small Business Law
An Illinois court recently had to decide the meaning of a non-compete provision contained in a physician’s employment contract with a hospital. This case reflects the adage of “the devil is in the details” when drafting such employment agreements....
by e-LawLines | Nov 7, 2013 | Employment Law
Restrictive covenants in employment agreements are more prevalent in today’s society than ever before. Whether you are a company implementing a non-compete agreement or an employee signing one, it is important to know your rights under the agreement. When...
by e-LawLines | Oct 23, 2013 | Employment Law
A recent ruling by the Missouri Court of Appeals found that while a former employee is required to arbitrate his employment discrimination claim, a provision that entrusts the arbitration proceedings solely to the National Football League Commissioner is...
by e-LawLines | Oct 15, 2013 | Corporate Law, Employment Law
The year was 1938. The New York Yankees were playing the Chicago Cubs in the World Series. The Cubbies came up on the short end of a 4-0 sweep. The romantic-comedy film “You Can’t Take It With You” garnered Academy Awards for Best Picture and Best...
by e-LawLines | Sep 17, 2013 | Corporate Law, Employment Law, Small Business Law, Taxation
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (“ACA”) requires that all employers covered by the Fair Labor Standards Act notify their employees by Oct. 1, 2013, of the coverage options available to them through the Health Insurance Marketplace. Who Must...
