The “box” will be banned in Minnesota *

USA - May 20 2013
The Minnesota Legislature passed "ban the box" legislation, and Governor Mark Dayton signed it into law. The law will take effect on January 1, 2014…

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“Hey, I was just trying to be a nice guy!” – Don’t be inconsistent when discussing an employee termination *

USA - April 17 2013
A case out of the Eleventh Federal Circuit provides a cautionary tale for any employer who is trying to cut a terminated former employee a break in…

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What is a “continuing violation” in employment discrimination law? *

USA - April 10 2013
Federal and state anti-discrimination laws have short statutes of limitations. There are significant reasons for this, including fairness to…

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“Ban the Box” bill may soon apply to private employers *

USA - April 3 2013
Private employers in Minnesota should be aware of a "Ban the Box" bill introduced in the Minnesota House and Senate that provides as follows (new…

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Update on Minnesota minimum wage law legislation *

USA - March 26 2013
It is looking increasingly likely that the legislature will pass a state minimum wage increase this legislative session. Minnesota Employers should…

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