Points to Consider Before a Deposition in Your Employment-Related Lawsuit
/cdklawyers.com// 10/27/2012 Because so few cases ever go to trial, depositions in employment law cases must be taken seriously. A strong deposition may lead to a good settlement. A weak deposition may decimate a party’s case. Keith Clouse, a Dallas, Texas employment lawyer, provides the following points to consider before testifying at a deposition. […]
Dallas Noncompete Lawyer Discusses Evolution of Texas Noncompete Law
/cdklawyers.com// 10/26/2012 Dallas noncompete lawyer Keith Clouse has practiced employment law for over 20 years. During that time span, he has closely monitored trends and developments in noncompete law. This area of the law changes rapidly, and each new case provides insight into how courts will interpret and enforce these agreements. At one time, […]
Central Calif. Hospital to Pay $975K in Filipino Nurse Discrimination Lawsuit
Delano Regional Medical Center ordered to pay $975k in a workplace discrimination lawsuit, says Los Angeles employment lawyer Eric Grover.
The “Money Terms” in a Typical Severance Agreement
/cdklawyers.com// 10/06/2012 Dallas employment lawyer Keith Clouse drafts and negotiates severance agreements and separation packages for senior executives and other high-level employees. Here, he discusses the “money terms” found in many severance agreements. 1. Severance payment: This is the dollar value the employee receives upon departure. A severance payment could be paid in a single […]
Darden Restaurants Face Federal Lawsuit Over Server Wages
Darden Restaurants is accused of requiring employees work off the block in a federal lawsuit, Los Angeles employment lawyer Eric Grover reports.
Disneyland Charged with Discrimination, Harassment in Employment Lawsuit
A Disneyland employee claims she lost her job and was harassed due to her religious head scarf and religion, says Los Angeles employment lawyer Eric Grover.
Employment Lawsuit Alleges Wells Fargo Fired Employee Due To Daughter’s Cancer
An employment lawsuit accuses Wells Fargo of firing an employee because of his daughter’s costly cancer battle, reports Bay Area employment lawyer Eric Grover.
Wet Seal’s Company ‘Image’ Results In Employment Lawsuit
Once again a retailer chain’s attempt to maintain their brand image results in a discrimination lawsuit, reports Bay Area Employment Lawyer Eric Grover.
California Security Company Ordered to Pay $90M in Class Action Suit
A $90 million judgment was awarded to 15,000 security guards for alleged labor law violations, states LA employment lawyer Eric Grover.
No Class Action Status for MEDIANEWS Appeal
Class action status was denied in an employment lawsuit against MEDIANEWS Group, reports Eric Grover, a Los Angeles employment lawyer.
Dallas Labor and Employment Lawyer Explains FLSA’s Learned Professional Exemption
/cdklawyers.com// 09/26/2012 Keith Clouse, a Dallas labor and employment lawyer, frequently advises clients regarding the Fair Labor Standards Act. He works with employers to ensure that they are in compliance with this federal statute. One area where employers may misstep concerns the classification of exempt workers. Under the FLSA, an employer is required to […]
Bay Area Men Claim In-N-Out Burger Discriminates in Hiring Process
A class-action lawsuit accuses In-N-Out Burger of discriminating against African Americans and older workers, reports Bay Area employment lawyer Eric Grover.