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Prominent National Security Attorney Joins Whiteford in Washington
Whiteford is pleased to announce that Dennis M. Fitzpatrick has joined the firm as a Partner in Washington, D.C. A seasoned litigator, he has over 20 years of experience investigating and prosecuting complex criminal cases and has led dozens of sensitive and complicated investigations, both in the U.S. and abroad.
Webinar: Is Your DEI Policy Setting You Up for a Lawsuit?
This webinar addresses the legal challenges presented by harassment, reverse discrimination and Section 1981 claims, among others, as well as various defenses and measures your team can take to reduce the risk of legal challenge.
Allegheny County Jail Agrees to “Fundamental Shift” in Mental Health Care
The Allegheny County Jail in Pittsburgh has agreed to significant increases in mental health staffing and training on use of force and restraint under a proposed settlement filed Tuesday in federal court.
Peterson Law Office and Whiteford, Taylor & Preston Announce Alliance
Peterson Law Office and Whiteford, Taylor & Preston LLP are pleased to announce an alliance of their two firms. In doing so, they create a powerful affiliation between a leading Kentucky personal injury law firm and a leading full-service law firm with over 200 lawyers.
Summary of New CMS Minimum Staffing Standards for Long-Term Care Facilities and Institutional Payment Transparency
Even after a large amount of industry pushback, CMS issued the final rule for minimum staffing requirements and institutional payment transparency for long-term care (LTC) facilities. While stakeholders have indicated that the rule could put more pressure on current staff and lead to further workforce burnout, CMS insists the regulations are needed to ensure safety of the nation’s vulnerable populations.
Employment Law Update: DOL Issues Final Rule Significantly Increasing Required Salary For Exempt Employees
On Tuesday April 23, 2024, the Department of Labor issued a long expected Final Rule that substantially raises the salary threshold for salaried exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The FLSA mandates the payment of overtime pay to non-exempt employees who work more than 40 hours in any given work week.