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Sherin and Lodgen Employment Department Ranked in Chambers USA
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Sherin and Lodgen's Employment Department was ranked for Labor & Employment: Mainly Plaintiffs Representation
in the 2018 edition of Chambers USA: America's Leading Lawyers for Business.
Nancy S. Shilepksy was ranked as a "Star Individual."
A "Star" ranking is Chamber's highest ranking and is given to lawyers with exceptional recommendations in their field. Nancy is the only Massachusetts attorney in this practice area to receive a "Star" ranking.
Brian J. MacDonough was ranked for the first time by Chambers as Band 2 for Labor & Employment: Mainly Plaintiffs Representation. He is described as having a calm demeanor; one who is "empathetic and very strategic in negotiations," while advising individuals on employment agreements, restrictive covenants, discrimination and wrongful termination claims.
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#MeToo and the New Tax Law: Beware Of The Unintended Consequences
As the dust settles from the recent legislative collision between the #MeToo movement and tax reform, it is the proponents of the #MeToo movement that are left scratching their heads and crying foul. In what was intended to help shine a spotlight on, and assist in the eradication of, workplace sexual harassment, the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act includes language prohibiting the deductibility of (1) any settlements or payments related to sexual harassment or sexual abuse if such settlement or payment is subject to a nondisclosure agreement (NDA) and (2) attorney's fees related to such settlement or payment.
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There is No Such Thing as "Boilerplate": Protecting Equity and Deferred Compensation
Typically, an executive separating from employment is asked to sign a severance agreement in exchange for severance. Severance agreements may include myriad terms - such as post-employment work restrictions, confidentiality, non-disclosure and non-disparagement covenants, and, almost always, a release of legal claims.
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Updated Equal Pay Act, Effective July 1, 2018
On July 1, 2018, the new Massachusetts Equal Pay Act takes effect. The Office of the Attorney General has published an overview of the new law and answers to frequently asked questions which is available,
here
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The Act updates and replaces M.G.L. c. 149, Section 105A. Read more about key provisions of the Act.
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Sexual Misconduct and the Definition of "Cause"
The Balles v. Babcock Power Inc. decision sheds light on whether sexual misconduct constitutes "cause" and provides go-forward guidance to all parties drafting and negotiating (or re-negotiating) "for cause" language in employment and compensation agreements.
Read more.
This article originally appeared on FEI Daily.
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Employment Partners Interviewed by Boston Globe on Retirement Trends
Nancy S. Shilepsky and Brian J. MacDonough were interviewed by
Boston Globe reporter, Robert Weisman, about professionals now retiring at a later age. The article, "For many high-octane professionals, retirement is not an option," was published on May 2, 2018 and included a quote from Nancy Shilepsky.
Read the full article here.
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Boston attorney Brian J. MacDonough said the case was a good reminder of the compensatory nature of liquidated damages.
"A lot of times they are looked at as punitive, but they are not," he said.
The DaPrato case, along with another recent decision in federal court (see sidebar), also serve as reminders to employers that they should not "elevate form over substance" when trying to adhere to written policies. At times, with laws like the FMLA, such policies need to be applied flexibly to comply with the statute, he said.
Click
here
to read the full article.
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Nancy S. Shilepsky attended the American Bar Association's International Labor and Employment Law Conference, held May 6-10th.
Brian J. MacDonough, Nancy S. Shilepsky, and David I. Brody, attended the Boston Bar Association's Law Day Dinner on April 26, 2018.
Nancy S. Shilepsky attended the Massachusetts Black Women Attorney's 2018 Ida B. Wells Annual Awards Tea on April 7, 2018.
David I. Brody
spoke at the Boston Bar Association's program, "Show Me the Money: A Beginner's Guide to Wage and Hour Laws," on Friday, March 23, 2018.
Nancy S. Shilepsky attended the Women's Bar Association Annual Meeting and Reception on March 21, 2018.
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About Sherin and Lodgen LLP
Sherin and Lodgen is a mid-sized Boston law firm specializing in real estate, litigation, business law and employment. With over 40 attorneys, the firm handles complex matters, while providing responsive, senior-level attention to every matter. Known for its effective, efficient and focused representation, Sherin and Lodgen delivers sophisticated analysis and a high touch service by developing an in-depth understanding of clients' business goals, issues, concerns and emerging industry trends.
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