At Mosson Law, LLC, the first meeting between an attorney and prospective client is a legal consultation. These are being handled remotely for the most part and you can conduct a legal consultation by phone from your home. They are conducted at a charge.
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Remote Legal Consultations With Mosson Law, LLC
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Meeting With an Attorney and Attorney Client Privilege
Attorney-client privilege enables people to obtain confidential legal help without fear that the conversation becomes disclosed at Court, the government, or other side. This article introduces the concept and covers some of its scope.
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The Importance of Legal Representation in Employment Disputes
In the complex world of employment law, disputes between employers and employees can arise. Navigating these disputes requires a thorough understanding of legal rights and obligations, making the role of legal representation indispensable. At Mosson Law LLC, we shine a light on justice, offering expert guidance to individuals, employees, executives, consultants, and independent contractors, Maryland-wide.
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Seven Common Employment Law Myths Debunked
In the realm of employment law, misconceptions abound, often leaving employees in Baltimore unsure of their rights and obligations. This blog post aims to dispel seven common myths surrounding employment law, providing clarity for employees in Maryland. This article deals with seven common myths about employment. Stay informed and empowered with accurate knowledge to protect your U.S. and Maryland employee rights.
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Happy Holidays from Mosson Law, LLC
Mosson Law, LLC, wishes you a happy and warm holiday season and a thoughtful, fruitful New Year.
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Retaliation Case Study: DEA's Failure to Hire Can Constitute Illegal Retaliation in Barbour v. Garland (4th Cir.)
The Fourth Circuit in Barbour v. Garland has clarified the initial pleading standard in a manner helpful to job applicants and dedicated professionals in reinstating a retaliation lawsuit against the DEA. Slip Op No. 22-1815 (4th Cir., June 24, 2024).
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Presenting "Tips and Tricks for Taking Depositions in Employment Cases," Available Through the National Business Institute
I recently presented Tips and Tricks for Taking Depositions in Employment Cases, an hour-long presentation through the National Business Institute.
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Retaliation Case Study: Nurse Assistant Cannot Slap Patient's Hand as Protected Activity In Dismissed Retaliation Claim
In Bills v. WVNH EMP, LLC, et. al., a certified nurse assistant caring for a disabled male patient, who made advances on her, was not protected by federal sexual harassment law when slapping his hand away on three different admitted occasions. She was fired for slapping the patient and this was held lawful.
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Maryland Bans Non-Compete Agreements for Health Care Professionals Earning $350,000 or Less Per Year
Maryland has banned non-compete agreements for licensed health care professionals caring for patients who make $350,000 annually or less, starting on July 1, 2025. Licensed veterinarian professionals are covered too.
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Maryland Raises Minimum Wage to $15 Hourly
Maryland's minimum wage in 2024 is $15 per hour statewide.
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Legal Spotlight: Vaccine Litigation Continues As a Matter of Religious Workplace Accommodation
In the recent case of Shigley v. Tydings & Rosenberg, LLP, the Maryland federal court provided guidance on asserting a religious accommodation claim in the workplace.
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Legal Spotlight: Retaliation Claim in Abdus-Shahid v. Mayor & City Council of Baltimore
In a recent federal court decision, the U.S. District Court for Maryland approved a retaliation claim to move forward into discovery, and illustrates what is required in Abdus-Shahid v. Mayor & City Council of Baltimore.
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Gregg H. Mosson Named to Who's Who Directory for "Expertise as an Attorney At Law."
Who's Who has named Gregg H. Mosson to its bibliographical directory due to "expertise as an attorney at law in Maryland in civil litigation," the company announced on Feb. 5, 2024.
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Legal Spotlight: Misappropriation of Trade Secrets in Maryland Under Ingram v. Cantwell-Cleary
The Appellate Court of Maryland in a recent decision has provided helpful guidance on handling or avoiding trade secret misappropriate claims in Maryland, in Timothy Ingram, et al. v. Cantwell-Cleary Co., Inc., Slip Op. No. 421, 2023 Md. App. LEXIS 871 (Dec. 22, 2023).
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Mosson Law Given "Gold" Certification by Martindale-Hubbell
Gregg H. Mosson, Esq., has received a "gold client champion" certification from Martindale-Hubbell.
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Thoughts on Evidence: Plagiarism Accusations Against Former Harvard President Claudine Gay Speak For Themselves
The recent resignation of Harvard President Claudine Gay is a teachable moment for evidentiary analysis based on examples of alleged plagiarism available in the media.
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NLRB Bans Non-Disparagement and Confidentiality Clauses in Employment Severance Agreements
The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has declared placing non-disparagement clauses in severance agreements, or requiring agreements to be confidential, are illegal restraints on employee speech under Section 7 of the National Labor Relations Act, where the Act applies, in McLaren Macomb.
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U.S. Supreme Court Strengthens Employee Rights to Religious Accommodations at Work
In Groff v. DeJoy, the U.S. Supreme Court has expanded reasonable religious accommodation rights, which is analyzed workplace by workplace, and must be granted unless it causes a substantial "undue burden" on the employer.
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The U.S. Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Goes Into Effect on June 27, 2023
The U.S. Pregnant Workers Fairness Act went into effect on June 27, 2023, and empowers pregnant women to receive reasonable workplace accommodations at eligible employers so they can continue at work.
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Giuliani & How Refusing Discovery Can Create Liability
In Freeman et al v. Giuliani, Defendant Giuliani was found liable for damages due to sanction because he refused to produce discovery. The takeaway is managing discovery rather than ignoring it is advisable.