Halunen Law in the News
Attorney at Law Magazine publishes Attorney Paul Schinner’s insightful overview, “Whistleblower 101: Protection Laws to Know Before You Speak”
With a successful practice in employment law and False Claims Act cases, Halunen Law attorney Paul Schinner represents whistleblowers who speak up against illegal actions in their workplace. His extensive experience provides real-world insights for his recently published article, “Whistleblower 101: Protection Laws to Know Before You Speak.” Readers will find a useful guide to …
Halunen Law attorney Paul Schinner offers commentary in Bloomberg Law article assessing ambiguities in Trump’s DEI orders
In a recent Bloomberg Law article, “Trump’s DEI Order Creates Murky Fraud Risks for Contractors,” reporter Khorri Atkinson explores a number of issues including the possibility that the False Claims Act could be used against federal contractors if they do not comply with Trump’s recent executive order prohibiting diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. Halunen Law …
Halunen Law attorney Susan Coler local counsel to legal team achieving historic $69 million 401(k) ERISA settlement from UnitedHealth Group
In what is believed to be the largest settlement under the federal Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 (ERISA), UnitedHealth Group will pay $69 million in a class action case. Whistleblower and plaintiff Kim Snyder claimed UnitedHealth Group failed to remove investments from a poorly performing Wells Fargo 401(k) plan. In so doing, employees …
Minnesota Lawyer checks in with Halunen Law’s Josh Newville in considering the new Trump administration’s impact on employment law
Minnesota Lawyer recently spoke with Halunen Law’’s employment litigation group leader, Josh Newville, along with Matthew Bodie, Robins Kaplan professor at the University of Minnesota Law School, to get their impressions on what may be in store. In “What’s ahead in employment law?” reporter Laura Brown explores the changes Labor and Employment Law may undergo …
In HR Daily Advisor article, Halunen Law attorney Pamela Johnson outlines the difference between workplace harassment and discrimination and steps to take to address the illegal activity
HR Daily Advisor, a widely-recognized website offering resources for HR professionals, recently published attorney Pamela Johnson’s article, “Workplace Harassment and Discrimination: What’s the Difference?” The article provides a thorough, thoughtful examination of the complexities of workplace harassment and discrimination, why understanding the difference is important, and steps employees can take to address these illegal actions. …
Halunen Law attorney Pamela Johnson answers the question: Is there a difference between harassment and discrimination?
In “Harassment and discrimination in the workplace: Understanding the difference,” published in BenefitsPro, veteran employment attorney Pamela Johnson offers insights into complex workplace dynamics and how employees can identify and respond to illegal workplace activity. Johnson shares, “The hard truth is that in workplaces large and small, regardless of position, employees can be the target …
Discrimination, determination, and legislation: Honoring the life and legacy of Lilly Ledbetter
With Lilly Ledbetter’s passing on October 12, 2024 at age 86, our county has lost an unwavering advocate and champion for pay equity. Nearly a year after retiring from her position at Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., Ledbetter discovered she had been subjected to gross pay inequity, earning significantly less than her male counterparts. She …
Halunen Law attorney Josh Newville offers insight for Law 360 article examining EEOC’s end-of-year “blitz” of lawsuits, including harassment cases
In the October 4, 2024 article. “EEOC Suits Warn Employers To Take Harassment Seriously,” Law360 reporter Vin Gurrieri examines the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) filing of approximately 110 merit lawsuits in fiscal year 2024, ending September 30. Many of the cases accused employers of fostering environments in which workers were consistently harassed based …
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