The effective date of the new Massachusetts Equal Pay Act is fast approaching, and employers who have not yet begun to evaluate wage disparities between men and women need to … more
Recent accusations of sexual harassment by powerful men in business and politics are shining a bright light on the need for Massachusetts businesses to be vigilant about conduct in their … more
A new law set to take effect in Massachusetts early next Spring will protect pregnant women in ways many people never imagined. Beginning April 1, 2018, employers will be required … more
If there was any doubt that employers need to be careful about disciplining employees who use medical marijuana, it was ended today by the Supreme Judicial Court (SJC). It held … more
Boston, MA, May 11, 2017 – Kushner Sanders Ravinal LLP (“KSR Law”) is pleased to announce that Jack Merrill, a veteran employment lawyer and civil litigator, has joined the firm as … more
by Jack Merrill In the usual case, employers that receive reasonable accommodation requests from their employees try to help. They may adjust a work schedule, grant a leave of absence, … more
by Jack Merrill With the enactment of two marijuana laws in Massachusetts during the past few years, there’s never been much doubt that use of it would someday become a … more
by Jack Merrill Effective January 1, 2017, the minimum wage for Massachusetts workers rose from $10 to $11 per hour. The new rate applies to almost all employees. For employees … more
by Jack Merrill The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court today weighed in on the hot topic whether and to what extent the state’s Independent Contractor Statute is exempted as applied to … more
by Jack Merrill In the wake of passage of the new pay equity law in Massachusetts, employers again have work to do. To prevent getting caught up in what is … more
read more »“Through almost fifteen years of dealing in Intellectual Property acquisitions, sales, and licensing, as well as other business matters, Lloyd Sanders has over and over again shown that he can quickly grasp the scenario and develop a deal structure that is successful and lasting. So often it is about the ability to see around the corner, and include language in the contract that thoroughly contemplates what might happen. Lloyd always gets it. We have worked with and competed against some of the largest law firms in the country. Over and over, Lloyd impresses. His writing skills are excellent. And, he is a fabulous negotiator. Regardless of the business or undertaking, Lloyd will provide substantial value.”
– Paul Donovan, Manager, Armington Technologies, LLC
