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Jen has joined the firm’s labor and employment practice group as a Partner, bringing experience from both private practice and in-house roles. She represents clients from a diverse range of industries in both state and federal courts, as well as before administrative agencies, in harassment, discrimination, retaliation, as well as union-related matters. She also assists companies on compliance str…
Plunkett Cooney, one of the Midwest’s oldest and most accomplished law firms, was recently selected by Michigan Lawyers Weekly (MiLW) as one of the legal industry publication’s In the Lead: Best Legacy Law Firms for 2025.
The In the Lead honor recognizes Michigan-based law firms that have shown prolonged success and an ability to successfully navigate changing client needs, legal developments, …
Kochhar & Co. acted as legal counsel to ElevenX Capital, a Miami-based private equity firm, in relation to the India leg of the sale of its portfolio company, OculusIT, to Avathon Capital, a Chicago-based private investment platform focused on education and workforce development.
Kochhar & Co. advised on all India-related legal aspects of the transaction, including drafting & negotiati…
Beginning on June 1, 2025, the newly enacted pay transparency law will require New Jersey employers with 10 or more employees to disclose specific compensation details in their advertisements and postings for job openings and transfer opportunities, and to notify all current employees in the affected department of promotional opportunities that are advertised internally or externally in advance of…
The Dutch coalition government recently agreed on its 2026 budget that will be officially announced for the occasion of Budget Day on 16 September next. The proposed measures introduce several significant tax changes impacting individuals, startups, scale-ups and corporations. This update provides an overview of the most relevant fiscal adjustments.
Tax incentive for employee stock option plans…
The remuneration system for directors, particularly for those serving as executive directors, has been and remains a subject of controversy. Evidence of this lies in the differing criteria between case law and the doctrine of the Directorate-General for Legal Security and Public Faith (DGSJFP).The Supreme Court, in its controversial Judgment 98/2018 of February 26—one that left no one indifferent—…
ALFA International (ALFAI) is excited to announce the appointment of Sonya Goykhman, Chris Harden, Sergio Leemann and Leila O’Carra to its Client Advisory Board (CAB) for a three-year term.
Sonya Goykhman serves as Director, Corporate Counsel in the Litigation Group for Starbucks Coffee Company. In her role, Sonya oversees and manages complex liability, commercial, real estate, discrimination, an…
ALFA International (ALFAI) is pleased to announce that IABF Law Group has officially joined the ALFAI network as its member firm in Indonesia, effective March 24, 2025.
Founded in 2003 and based in Jakarta, IABF Law Group has established itself as a key player in the country’s legal landscape, serving a diverse clientele that ranges from individual entrepreneurs to some of Indonesia’s most signif…
ALFA International (ALFAI) is excited to announce that A/C/R, a dynamic and innovative law firm based in Santiago, has officially joined the ALFAI network as its member firm in Chile, effective March 6, 2025.
A/C/R brings together seasoned attorneys with decades of experience, adept at navigating complex markets and addressing crises with agility and expertise. A/C/R is committed to fostering eff…
Trolling The Deep Sea For Hidden Data With Social Media And Surveillance Investigations To Impact Claim Values
Social Media Investigations: A Defense Tool in Worker’s Compensation and Insurance Claims
In the digital age, social media has transformed from a platform for personal expression into a treasure trove of evidence for legal and insurance purposes. When it comes to worker’s compensa…
Effective Claims Management for Workers' Compensation:
Engage Legal Support Early
One of the most critical steps in claims management is involving legal counsel as soon as possible. Each jurisdiction has different laws, so it is essential to assess potential applicable defenses and contact local counsel.
Contact an attorney promptly to ensure compliance with deadlines and regulations.
Engage …
Attorney Perspective
What are some best practices, expectations, and solutions for daily challenges involving working relationships with third-party administrators?
Building relationships with your third-party administrators and employers is critical to the ultimate outcome of your cases to ensure successful resolution. Open communication and shared information across the board allows for collabo…