International: Building a New Workforce Reality
By MICHAEL BREWER, SUSAN EANDI, TATIANA GARCES, GEORGE AVRAAM, LETICIA RIBEIRO, BERNHARD TRAPPEHL, JOHN EVASON, GIL ROBERTO ZERRUDO and MICHAEL MICHALANDOS
February 4, 2021
There is no question that the pandemic has changed the future of work. From an increased focus on health and safety to transitioning to permanent (or indefinite) remote work, or preparing for business transformation, companies are facing critical business challenges in regard to their most important asset — their people.
ERISA Reaches Its Turning Point
by Bryan Driscoll
ERISA litigation and the laws surrounding are rapidly changing, with companies fundamentally rewriting their business practices.
Attacked From All Sides: What Is Happening in the World of Restrictive Covenants?
by Christine Bestor Townsend
One employment lawyer explains how companies can navigate challenges of federal and state governmental scrutiny on restrictive covenant agreements.
IN PARTNERSHIP
The Long, Short, Thick and Thin of It
by Avrohom Gefen
“Appearance discrimination” based on employees’ height and weight is the latest hot-button issue in employment law. Here’s a guide to avoid discrimination.
IN PARTNERSHIP
Businesses Must Prepare for the New Department of Labor Independent Contractor Rule
by Kirby Black and Steven T. Clark
Two employment law lawyers explain how a new DOL rule making it more likely workers will be classified as employees, rather than independent contractors, has caused legal challenges and prompted businesses to reassess worker status and policies.
The Employment Pandemic
by Meredith Caiafa and Sarah Greene
The pandemic has had far-reaching effects on employment law since it officially took hold in 2020, but the litigation and lawmaking surrounding it are mutating faster than the variants. Here’s how lawmakers and businesses can keep up.
Destiny Fulfilled
by Sara Collin
Was Angela Reddock-Wright destined to become a lawyer? It sure seems that way. Yet her path was circuitous. This accomplished employment attorney, turned mediator, arbitrator and ADR specialist nonpareil discusses her career, the role of attorneys in society, the new world of post-pandemic work and why new Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson represents the future.
NYC Pay Transparency Law Gets New Start Date
by Justin Smulison
This historic law regarding pay transparency in New York City originally scheduled to take effect last week was rescheduled to Fall 2022.
Evolving Marijuana Laws and the Workplace
by Tess P. Anglin
How can employers enforce statutes that differ from state to state?
Nina T. Pirrotti - New Haven 2020 Lawyer of the Year
by Best Lawyers
Employment Law - Individuals New Haven, Connecticut
WATCH: A Landmark Win for LGBTQ Rights
by Best Lawyers
Two top employment attorneys join the CEO of Best Lawyers to discuss the landmark Supreme Court ruling protecting gay and transgender employees.
2025 Best Lawyers Awards Announced: Honoring Outstanding Legal Professionals Across the U.S.
by Jennifer Verta
Introducing the 31st edition of The Best Lawyers in America and the fifth edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America.
Unveiling the 2025 Best Lawyers Awards Canada: Celebrating Legal Excellence
by Jennifer Verta
Presenting the 19th edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada and the 4th edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in Canada.
Legal Distinction on Display: 15th Edition of The Best Lawyers in France™
by Best Lawyers
The industry’s best lawyers and firms working in France are revealed in the newly released, comprehensive the 15th Edition of The Best Lawyers in France™.
Presenting the 2025 Best Lawyers Editions in Chile, Colombia, Peru and Puerto Rico
by Jennifer Verta
Celebrating top legal professionals in South America and the Caribbean.
Announcing the 13th Edition of Best Lawyers Rankings in the United Kingdom
by Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers is proud to announce the newest edition of legal rankings in the United Kingdom, marking the 13th consecutive edition of awards in the country.
Unveiling the 2025 Best Lawyers Editions in Brazil, Mexico, Portugal and South Africa
by Jennifer Verta
Best Lawyers celebrates the finest in law, reaffirming its commitment to the global legal community.
Prop 36 California 2024: California’s Path to Stricter Sentencing and Criminal Justice Reform
by Jennifer Verta
Explore how Prop 36 could shape California's sentencing laws and justice reform.
Announcing the 16th Edition of the Best Lawyers in Germany Rankings
by Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers announces the 16th edition of The Best Lawyers in Germany™, featuring a unique set of rankings that highlights Germany's top legal talent.
Celebrating Excellence in Law: 11th Edition of Best Lawyers in Italy™
by Best Lawyers
Best Lawyers announces the 11th edition of The Best Lawyers in Italy™, which features an elite list of awards showcasing Italy's current legal talent.
Tampa Appeals Court ‘Sends Clear Message,” Ensuring School Tax Referendum Stays on Ballot
by Gregory Sirico
Hillsborough County's tax referendum is back on the 2024 ballot, promising $177 million for schools and empowering residents to decide the future of education.
Find the Best Lawyers for Your Needs
by Jennifer Verta
Discover how Best Lawyers simplifies the attorney search process.
Key Developments and Trends in U.S. Commercial Litigation
by Justin Smulison
Whether it's multibillion-dollar water cleanliness verdicts or college athletes vying for the right to compensation, the state of litigation remains strong.
Woman on a Mission
by Rebecca Blackwell
Baker Botts partner and intellectual property chair Christa Brown-Sanford discusses how she juggles work, personal life, being a mentor and leadership duties.
Best Lawyers Celebrates Women in the Law: Ninth Edition
by Alliccia Odeyemi
Released in both print and digital form, Best Lawyers Ninth Edition of Women in the Law features stories of inspiring leadership and timely legal issues.
