A performance improvement plan — also referred to as a “PIP” — is a human resources tool commonly used by employers. As illustrated by a recent 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals decision, not all PIPs are created equal in evaluating when they may serve as a basis for an employment discrimination claim.
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Recent action by the U.S. Department of Justice has created uncertainty regarding the status of disparate impact discrimination cases.
Read More »Massachusetts recently became one of a number of states to legalize the use of marijuana for medical purposes. Regulations issued by the Department of Public Health went into effect May 24, enabling individuals to register to use medical marijuana.
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Read More »While it is generally well established that employees do not have a high expectation of privacy when using their employer's e-mail system, a more difficult issue is presented when the communication implicates the attorney-client privilege or work product doctrine.
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New England Biz Law Update
