Employment Blog

June 2017

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Termination for Cause, Office Romance and Unexpected Forgiveness in the Courts

06/27/2017   |   BY Brian J. MacDonough and Nancy S. Shilepsky

Consider the following: A male executive has a long-term, clandestine affair with a young female subordinate.  The executive takes steps... Read More »

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Keeping Your New Job and Staying Out of Court (Even in California): Tips for Employees as They Transition to New Employment

06/15/2017   |   BY Nancy S. Shilepsky and Matthew C. Moschella

In the world of employment law, one of the most common misconceptions is that, in California, employees move freely between... Read More »

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Sherin and Lodgen Employment Department and Department Chair Nancy S. Shilepsky ranked by Chambers USA

06/08/2017   |   BY Sherin and Lodgen

Sherin and Lodgen's Employment Department was ranked by Chambers USA for "Labor and Employment:  Mainly Plaintiff's Representation" in Massachusetts. As one client noted,... Read More »

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Negotiating Executive Severance: Five Factors for a Better Package

06/05/2017   |   BY Sherin and Lodgen

One day you may be asked to leave your position, whether or not it is good for the company, or... Read More »