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Labor/Employment

Nov. 5, 2010

Regaining Traction in the Battle Over Employee Rights

What should the plaintiffs' bar do in the law and motion arena to regain ground in the fight for employee rights?

Thomas L. Dorogi

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Because I am an employment law practitioner, people often ask me what I look for in determining whether or not to take on an employment discrimination or retaliation case. My answer is simple and always the same. Has the potential client presented me with facts sufficient, in my mind, to withstand the inevitable motion for summary judgment that will land on my desk in the months to come? If not, I will likely decline the case.

Although my selection criteria may seem harsh at firs...

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