Xcel Energy Contractor Violated DATWA
A recent case emphasizes that Minnesota's Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace Act (DATWA) puts limits on certain job terminations.
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Posts from Joshua Newville, a Minnesota employment lawyer, civil rights attorney, and mediator.
Joshua Newville
Jul 15, 2023
Confidentiality and Non-Disparagement in Severance Agreements? Think twice.
A recent NLRB decision requires employers to reconsider using confidentiality and non-disparagement clauses in severance agreements.
Joshua Newville
Jun 23, 2023
Combating Age Discrimination in the Gig Economy: Challenges and Opportunities
Can artificial intelligence lead to age discrimination for gig workers? The EEOC and the State of New York are tackling the issue.
Joshua Newville
Jun 9, 2023
Beyond the Binary: Addressing Gender Discrimination at Work
Whether it’s unequal pay, sexual harassment, or difficulties getting hired or promoted, a lack of gender equality in the workplace...
Joshua Newville
May 20, 2023
Minnesota's Ban on Non-Compete Agreements: What Employees and Employers Need to Know
Minnesota is about to ban almost all non-compete agreements, which prevent employees from working for competitors after leaving a job....
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