New England Biz Law Update

A coherent body of caselaw on matters affecting the business community is an essential ingredient for a vibrant economy. Clear precedents help businesses structure their transactions consistently with the law, thereby reducing their exposure to liability. Unfortunately, the courts do ...

Ruling suggests state law can control arbitral enforcement in federal court

Even though employment-at-will may be the dominant legal paradigm, any employer who discharges an employee today risks exposure to significant defense costs and potentially large jury verdicts. Perhaps the time is ripe for a comprehensive legislative wrongful discharge statute, the author argues.