Casey Sack

The Meaning of At-Will Employment in Massachusetts

The at-will employment doctrine is a double-edged sword in the workplace, offering both freedom and uncertainty. It gives employees the…

2 weeks ago

No Commission Without Consideration: The Legal Pitfalls of Exclusivity Agreements in Property Sales

In the dynamic world of real estate transactions, exclusivity agreements play a pivotal role in securing deals and protecting the…

5 months ago

No Application, No Problem: The Recent Expansion of Retaliation Claims Based on Failure to Hire

For nearly two decades, the First Circuit has recognized that there can typically be no failure to hire an individual…

10 months ago

Worry and Woe for Wage Act Defendants: The Broad Reach of the Massachusetts Wage Act

The United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts recently issued a favorable decision for remote employees seeking to…

1 year ago

Insurers, Issues and Indemnification: The New Cost of Delayed Reimbursement

Massachusetts General Law Chapters 93A and 176D, long a compelling and formidable mechanism for consumers, has been extended beyond its…

1 year ago

The End of An Era: The FTC Proposal to Ban Noncompete Agreements

In a stunning proposal, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has proffered a universal ban on noncompete agreements. This proposal, albeit…

2 years ago

Does the Federal Arbitration Act Exception Apply to Your Employees?

The Federal Arbitration Act (“FAA”), long a thorn in the side of employees who desire litigation, has now been limited…

3 years ago