03/01/2008
In a pair of surprising decisions, the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld large punitive damages awards against employers that juries said violated the ADA. The cases are significant because the 4th Circuit Court of Appeals has long been considered the most conservative court in the nation—and a safe haven for employers …
03/01/2008
Until recently, courts generally have ruled that retaliation applies only to current employees. But thanks to a recent 4th Circuit Court of Appeals decision, which covers North Carolina employers, it’s now clear that former employees can sue for post-discharge actions when their claims involve the Fair Labor Standards Act …