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The term “cause” is commonly used in employment contracts and plays a crucial role in the termination of an employee’s contract. Understanding this term is essential for both employers and employees, as it outlines the circumstances under which an employment agreement can be terminated without severance or other benefits. What is Cause in an Employment Agreement? In the context of
A U.S. District Court Judge has granted summary judgment in favor of the U.S. Department of Labor, ruling that F.W. Webb Inside Sales Representatives were misclassified as exempt employees and improperly denied overtime compensation. United States District Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Plaintiff Julie Su, the Acting Secretary of the United States Department of Labor (‘the ‘Secretary’),
As an employee who works at multiple rates of pay in a single workweek, it is important to understand how overtime pay is calculated. In Massachusetts, the calculation of overtime pay can be complex for employees who work at multiple rates of pay in a single workweek. This article will explain how overtime pay is calculated in such situations. What
A U.S. District Court judge has denied an employer’s motion to dismiss, holding that an employer’s requirement that employees repay so-called training costs may constitute a wage violation. United States District Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Plaintiffs Christopher Connor McClain (‘McClain’), Dennis Abramov (‘Abramov’), Miles Collins (‘Collins’), Jeffrey Butler Hanson, Jr. (‘Hanson’), Ricky LeBlanc (‘LeBlanc’), Samuel Shepherd
A U.S. District Court judge has denied a motion to dismiss a Virginia-based employee’s Massachusetts Wage Act and 151 discrimination claims, finding that the employer’s Massachusetts headquarters, the employee’s regular communication with Massachusetts-based employees, and the employee’s business travel to Massachusetts was sufficient to state a claim for violation of Massachusetts law. United States District Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens
Domestic workers play a vital role in households across Massachusetts, providing essential care and support for families and individuals. However, they are often subject to unique vulnerabilities and challenges in the workplace. As such, it is important for both domestic workers and their employers to understand the legal protections that are available under Massachusetts law. This article will explain the
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit has reversed a District Court decision dismissing a CEO’s claim for unpaid severance, finding that the CEO adequately plead that she was terminated without cause. United States Court of Appeals SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Valerie Sullivan worked for etectRx, Inc. (‘etectRx’), a digital health company, as its CEO from
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit has ruled that baked goods distributors alleging they were misclassified as independent contractors are not required to arbitrate their claims, finding that they fall within the transportation worker exemption set forth in Section One of the Federal Arbitration Act. United States Court of Appeals SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “This
The Business Litigation Session of the Massachusetts Superior Court has ruled that a non-compete signed three days prior to the effective date of the Massachusetts Non-Competition Act (G.L. c. 149, § 24L) is enforceable and not governed by the statute. Massachusetts Superior Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Vicarious Surgical Inc. has designed, and is seeking federal regulatory approval
Executive Employment Agreements are written contracts between an executive employee and an employer. These agreements outline the terms and conditions of the executive’s employment, including the responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and termination procedures. The purpose of these agreements is to protect both the employer and the executive employee and ensure that there is mutual understanding regarding the terms of their relationship.
The term “cause” is commonly used in employment contracts and plays a crucial role in the termination of an employee’s contract. Understanding this term is essential for both employers and employees, as it outlines the circumstances under which an employment agreement can be terminated without severance or other benefits. What is Cause in an Employment Agreement? In the context of
A U.S. District Court Judge has granted summary judgment in favor of the U.S. Department of Labor, ruling that F.W. Webb Inside Sales Representatives were misclassified as exempt employees and improperly denied overtime compensation. United States District Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Plaintiff Julie Su, the Acting Secretary of the United States Department of Labor (‘the ‘Secretary’),
As an employee who works at multiple rates of pay in a single workweek, it is important to understand how overtime pay is calculated. In Massachusetts, the calculation of overtime pay can be complex for employees who work at multiple rates of pay in a single workweek. This article will explain how overtime pay is calculated in such situations. What
A U.S. District Court judge has denied an employer’s motion to dismiss, holding that an employer’s requirement that employees repay so-called training costs may constitute a wage violation. United States District Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Plaintiffs Christopher Connor McClain (‘McClain’), Dennis Abramov (‘Abramov’), Miles Collins (‘Collins’), Jeffrey Butler Hanson, Jr. (‘Hanson’), Ricky LeBlanc (‘LeBlanc’), Samuel Shepherd
A U.S. District Court judge has denied a motion to dismiss a Virginia-based employee’s Massachusetts Wage Act and 151 discrimination claims, finding that the employer’s Massachusetts headquarters, the employee’s regular communication with Massachusetts-based employees, and the employee’s business travel to Massachusetts was sufficient to state a claim for violation of Massachusetts law. United States District Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens
Domestic workers play a vital role in households across Massachusetts, providing essential care and support for families and individuals. However, they are often subject to unique vulnerabilities and challenges in the workplace. As such, it is important for both domestic workers and their employers to understand the legal protections that are available under Massachusetts law. This article will explain the
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit has reversed a District Court decision dismissing a CEO’s claim for unpaid severance, finding that the CEO adequately plead that she was terminated without cause. United States Court of Appeals SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Valerie Sullivan worked for etectRx, Inc. (‘etectRx’), a digital health company, as its CEO from
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit has ruled that baked goods distributors alleging they were misclassified as independent contractors are not required to arbitrate their claims, finding that they fall within the transportation worker exemption set forth in Section One of the Federal Arbitration Act. United States Court of Appeals SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “This
The Business Litigation Session of the Massachusetts Superior Court has ruled that a non-compete signed three days prior to the effective date of the Massachusetts Non-Competition Act (G.L. c. 149, § 24L) is enforceable and not governed by the statute. Massachusetts Superior Court SUMMARY: (court decision – opens in PDF) “Vicarious Surgical Inc. has designed, and is seeking federal regulatory approval
Executive Employment Agreements are written contracts between an executive employee and an employer. These agreements outline the terms and conditions of the executive’s employment, including the responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and termination procedures. The purpose of these agreements is to protect both the employer and the executive employee and ensure that there is mutual understanding regarding the terms of their relationship.
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