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In Judice v. FedEx Ground Package System, Inc., et al., 2025-Ohio-1051, (9th Dist.) claimant fractured his right distal tibia when he fell at work. Claimant removed his boots to walk through a metal detector. He put them back on and fell while trying to balance on...
The gig economy has emerged as a significant force in the labor market, reshaping how people approach work. Characterized by short-term, flexible and often freelance jobs, the gig economy has become increasingly popular; workers seek more autonomy, and employers look...
On November 26, 2024, the Ohio Supreme Court held in State ex rel. Autozone Stores, Inc. v. Indus. Comm. 2024-Ohio-551S, a claimant must be employed to be eligible to receive temporary total disability compensation (“TTD”), overturning the lower court decision which...
On January 15, 2025, the United States Supreme Court, unanimously decided E.M.D. Sales, Inc. v. Carrera, holding that employers must only meet the ordinary preponderance of the evidence standard when defending against claims under the Fair Labor Standards Act...
Workers have numerous rights protected by federal law. One of the most important protections relates to the need for a work-life balance. Even the most dedicated employees may occasionally require extended time away from work for personal or family reasons. While some...
State ex re. Autozone Stores, Inc. V. Indus. Comm., 2024-Ohio-5519 was finally decided by the Ohio Supreme Court on November 26, 2024. In a very favorable opinion for employers the court overturned the 10th District Court of Appeals decision issued in March 2023...
Businesses in Ohio typically need to provide certain types of support for their workers. They need to provide workers with appropriate training and safety gear. They also have to provide support if employees get hurt on the job in many cases. In Ohio, all companies...
On July 2, 2024, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) released a comprehensive proposal on Heat Injury and Illness Prevention in both outdoor and indoor work settings. This is the first-ever national heat stress rule. OSHA submitted the proposed...
On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (“FTC”) announced the Final Rule on non-compete agreements, which was to go into effect on September 4, 2024. In essence, the Rule was intended to discourage to a significant extent the use of non-compete agreements....
With great sadness, we must announce the passing of our friend and longtime employee, Mary Sue Harris. Mary blessed us as an employee at Bugbee and Conkle for 47 years, working as a dedicated secretary and paralegal. Everyone at Bugbee and Conkle will miss her...