What the Title IX Process Gets Right, Gets Wrong, and Was Never Designed to Solve I have tried to keep quiet about the Cornell 7 Case. I am physically sickened by the allegations that Cornell …
Conflict Resolution and Intervention
Building a Legal System That Works for the People
I recently received an email announcement of a high-profile legal initiative exploring the future of legal services. The organization's first big event is sponsored by Big Law, and admission is by …
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Rethinking How We Resolve Workplace Conflict Amidst the Business Sandwich Crisis
Leaders today are squeezed in what I call the "business sandwich crisis." If you advise employers or hold management duties in a law firm, you know what I'm talking about. Workplace disputes have …
Conducting Fair and Impartial Workplace Investigations
When a conflict requires a formal investigation, it can feel like a heavy administrative burden. If you are part of the "business sandwich generation," you are often the bridge between rigid …
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Case Study: Why Brook Stopped Winning
Brook had done everything right. He was highly educated, successful, and respected—until his business partnership dissolved. For many in the "business sandwich generation," a loss like this isn't just …
Should New York Employers Protest Unemployment Claims for Attendance Issues?
DISCLAIMER: This post provides general information about unemployment insurance protests in NYC. It is not legal advice. If you require information or advice applied to your unique situation, please …
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Nance L. Schick Warns American Express About Common Missteps in Temporary Staffing
When I lost my Director of Marketing position in my 20s, I accepted a temporary assignment through a staffing agency at a major healthcare company. At the time, I had limited work experience and no …
Renters and Homeowners Insurance Is Not Enough for Most Domestic Employers
Many overwhelmed professionals hire full-time nannies, housekeepers, or elder companions, not realizing they are now domestic employers. They have roughly the same responsibilities as any other …
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How to Identify a True Independent Contractor
DISCLAIMER: This post provides a general overview of employment conflicts that might arise when working with independent contractors. It is not legal advice. If you require information or advice …
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How to HAQ Political Conflicts
You might have seen that I went to Capitol Hill, was on the Tradeoffs podcast, and spoke to the Washington Post about my challenges with the Affordable Care Act. Without the Extended Premium Tax …