The Paley Rothman Blog
Paley Rothman shares this library of resources with clients and friends of the firm to help them stay ahead of legal and business developments and trends. Here, you will find helpful tips and tools written by our attorneys. The information in the blogs and articles is not a substitute for legal advice and should not be relied on as such. Should you have any questions or want legal advice, please contact the attorney who wrote the blog or article.
May 18, 2016
By
Jessica Summers on May 18, 2016
Take Away: Effective December 1, 2016, the minimum salary that employees must be paid to qualify for the white collar or the highly compensated exemptions to the FLSA overtime requirements will increase substantially.
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May 18, 2016
By
Hope Eastman on May 18, 2016
In the waning days of the legislative session, the Maryland Legislature enacted legislation addressing gender identity and making significant changes in the way employers will have to prove that pay differences are not discriminatory. The bill is awaiting signature by the Governor.
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May 9, 2016
By
Hope Eastman on May 9, 2016
Last week, we wrote to you about the 2015-2016 term cases that have been decided. Here is a preview of cases for private sector employers to watch, decisions for which are still pending.
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May 6, 2016
By
Hope Eastman on May 6, 2016
As the Court enters the last two months of its 2015-2016 term, here is a look at the decided cases that can affect private sector employers. A separate blog will follow, detailing those cases still pending that private sector employers should watch.
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May 5, 2016
By
Trish Weaver on May 5, 2016
Congress actually agreed on something! After passing in the Senate, the federal Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) was approved by the House (410-2) and is headed to the White House for signature. The new law provides an additional arrow in a company’s quiver when protecting its proprietary information.
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