Hostile Work Environment: Overused and Misunderstood
While in law school, I was often asked what area of law I was interested in practicing. Inevitably someone would ask me if I was interested…
Maryland’s Recent Changes to Recordation Tax Laws will Ease the Strain on Maryland Borrowers
The 2013 legislative session brought about some positive changes in the area of taxability of indemnity deeds of trusts (otherwise known as indemnity mortgages), supplemental instruments,…
The Eighth Circuit Gives False Claims Act Fraud in the Inducement Claims a Shot in the Arm
On October 15, 2013, the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit issued a False Claims Act (“FCA”) judgment allowing the case to continue…
Income Tax Implications of America’s “New” Favorite Pastime: Football
Well it’s that time of year again. Yes, it’s time to perfect your strategy, lock yourself in…
Q&A: Emerging Issues in Employment Law Part 2*
Kathy: Jeremy, I know a large part of your practice involves whistleblower law. Do you have any thoughts or advice to pass along on this topic…
Retaliation Claims Under the False Claims Act: “But For” or “Mixed Motive” Causation Standard? How to Prove Illegal Retaliation For Reporting Fraud on Government Contracts.
This past term, the Supreme Court in University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center v. Nassar held that retaliation claims under Title VII are required to…
The Fourth Circuit “Likes” Facebook – Rules That “Likes” Are Protected Speech.
On Wednesday, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit ruled in Bland v. Roberts that clicking the “Like” button on Facebook®[1] qualifies as constitutionally…
“Apparent Authority” Might Limit Vance’s Effect
The Supreme Court’s recent ruling in Vance v. Ball State University changed the landscape for employees claiming discrimination under Title VII, including sexual harassment.[1] In…
Coverage for Shy Bladder Syndrome Shows How Much the ADA’s Coverage has Expanded
Many employers and certainly many employees may be shocked to learn that “Paruresis,” commonly known as “shy bladder syndrome” or the inability to urinate with…