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November 10, 2006

Ballot Initiatives Passed On Election Day Will Affect How Employers Do Business In Eight States

OverviewOn November 7, 2006, voters in several states passed controversial initiatives that will significantly
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November 6, 2006

Fifth Circuit Holds that Merger Agreement Amends Retiree Medical Program and Prevents Subsequent Amendment to Benefits Coverage

In a case with major implications for retiree medical plans, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals held
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November 1, 2006

Making Nice: The Results of the 2006 California Legislative Session For California’s Employers

Impending elections can have differing impacts where a state legislature is controlled by one party,
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October 25, 2006

Higher Pay For Long Service Ruled Illegal By The European Court Of Justice If Employee Raises "Serious Doubts"

On October 3, 2006, the European Court of Justice (the "ECJ") issued a long-awaited decision in B.F.
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October 25, 2006

Comprehensive Pension Reform Becomes Law: A Look At Changes Primarily Affecting Defined Benefit Plans

After years of political debate and negotiation, the Pension Protection Act of 2006 was signed into law
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October 24, 2006

Texas Supreme Court Provides New Focus for Noncompete Contract Enforcement

All employers have good reason to welcome the Texas Supreme Court's most recent ruling on noncompete
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October 20, 2006

Ninth Circuit Rules Policy that Excludes Deaf Drivers Violates the ADA, Opening the Door to More Class Actions Challenging Hiring Standards

In a decision issued earlier this month, Bates v. United Parcel Service, Inc., No. 04-17295 (9th Cir.,
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October 19, 2006

Comprehensive Pension Reform Becomes Law: A Look At Changes Primarily Affecting Defined Contribution Plans

After years of political debate and negotiation, the Pension Protection Act of 2006 was signed into law
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October 13, 2006

The IRS Extends Transitional Rules for Deferred Compensation – And Reminds Employers of Their Current Obligations

On October 4, 2006, the Internal Revenue Service issued Notice 2006-79, which extends the dates for certain
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October 11, 2006

NLRB Clarifies and Expands Key Aspects of Supervisory Status Test

The National Labor Relations Board has issued a much-anticipated group of decisions that help to clarify

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