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Four mistakes that you and your managers make when firing employees

sailko [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

sailko [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

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I’ve talked a fair amount recently about retaliation claims (here and here), mostly focusing on timing as the possible link between a protected activity (such as a complaint of discrimination) and an adverse employment action (like a firing).
The plaintiffs in those cases were unsuccessful in proving retaliation. And, in the case about which I’m blogging today, the employer almost prevailed on summary judgment too.
Almost. Continue reading

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(Not pictured: Eric Meyer; probably off grabbing a Dole Whip (adult version) and a turkey leg). Continue reading

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When can you ask an employee if s/he has a problem with alcohol? Continue reading
I want to give a little shoutout to the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, with whom I am spending the day today in Atlanta at the 22nd annual Examining Conflicts in Employment Laws (EXCEL) Training Conference.
So, today’s post is chock full of recent EEOC news and notes. Continue reading
But, first, I have a confession to make. I only read six posts. Continue reading

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How easy is it? Easier than Sunday morning, which is easier than beating the New York Mets on Sunday afternoon. Continue reading

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They line up around the block. Continue reading