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Noncompete restrictions sink breach of contract claims
The North Carolina Business Court granted in part and denied in part the defendants’ motions to dismiss, concluding that the plaintiff’s breach-of-contract claims premised on non-compete and non-solicitation provisions failed […]
4th Circuit revives SSA disability bias suit
4th Circuit says jury must decide if SSA employee’s reassignment without supervisory duties was retaliatory or discriminatory.
4th Circuit revives whistleblower retaliation case against Kraft Heinz
The 4th Circuit revived a whistleblower retaliation lawsuit against Kraft Heinz, finding food safety complaints could have contributed to the employee’s firing.
NC Supreme Court narrows driver’s license law in dismissal case
The NC Supreme Court ruled a school bus certificate is not a “driver’s license” under § 20-34.1, reversing mandatory dismissal in Savage v. N.C. Department of Transportation.
Court affirms dismissal of FLSA wage claims over unpaid pre-employment training
A federal court in North Carolina dismissed FLSA wage claims, ruling pre-employment trainings were not compensable since they primarily benefited employees through transferable certifications.
4th Circuit revives naval engineers’ no-poach wage suppression suit
The 4th Circuit reinstated naval engineers’ class action alleging shipbuilders’ no-poach wage suppression scheme, ruling oral agreements and coded language may constitute fraudulent concealment under the Sherman Act.
DOJ, EEOC memo warns employers on DEI compliance
DOJ and EEOC memo warns employers that DEI programs face closer legal scrutiny under federal antidiscrimination laws, urging compliance reviews and adjustments to avoid potential violations.
‘Ames’ ruling challenges ‘McDonnell Douglas’ framework in discrimination cases
The Supreme Court rejected the “background circumstances” rule in discrimination cases, with Justice Thomas signaling a challenge to the McDonnell Douglas framework.
Employment Law Power List 2025
Power List honorees are selected by looking at a range of criteria, including whether an attorney is considered to be an leader in his or her field, well-versed in relevant […]
Laura Wetsch Partner Winslow Wetsch, Raleigh
Known for her encyclopedic knowledge of employment law, Laura Wetsch literally wrote the book on the subject. She is the author of the “Practitioner’s Guide to North Carolina Employment Law” […]
Angelique Vincent Shareholder Robinson Bradshaw, Charlotte
Widely regarded as one of the top management-side employment lawyers and mediators in Charlotte, Angie Vincent is known for being thorough, tenacious and tough. A shareholder at Robinson Bradshaw, she […]
Josh Van Kampen Managing Partner Van Kampen Law, Charlotte
Josh Van Kampen has built a reputation for achieving successful outcomes in arbitration and at trial. His practice at Van Kampen Law focuses on securing favorable settlements for clients while […]
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Commentary
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