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BILL INTRODUCED IN SENATE WILL PROVIDE PROTECTIONS TO PREGNANT WOMEN IN THE WORKPLACE
I have previously blogged about instances in which pregnant women have unsuccessfully sued their employers for discrimination. However, if the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, which was introduced into the Senate on September 19, 2012 by U.S. Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) … Continue reading
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Unconscionability Defense Preserved by California Court
On February 28, 2012, a California appelate panel refused to enforce an arbitration provision as unconscionable in Mayers v. Volt Management Corp., _ Cal.App.4th _ (Feb. 2, 2012). That’s big news. It was not obvious that this defense survived the … Continue reading
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Paying Tribute to the American Worker
For many, Labor Day represents the beginning of football season or the last long weekend of the summer. However, there’s more to Labor Day. It’s a celebration of American workers and their contribution to our success as a nation. The … Continue reading
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