• Understanding Workplace Harassment and Discrimination

    Harassment and discrimination of any kind have no place in the workplace. However, workplace harassment and discrimination are significant concerns that have been present in many industries and organizations. Despite [...]

  • Nebraska Supreme Court Ruling on COVID-19 Workers’ Compensation Claim

    In the recent decision, Thiele v. Select Medical Corp., the Nebraska Supreme Court overturned the denial of a woman's workers' compensation claim for a COVID-19 infection.Christine Thiele contracted COVID-19 in April 2020 [...]

  • Nebraska Legislature: Updates For Employers

    Earlier this year, three bills were introduced to the Nebraska Legislature, which may have lasting effects on employers.Bill 961- Non-Compete ClausesFirst, Legislative Bill 961 was introduced, which would prohibit non-compete [...]

  • Risk Management for Performance Evaluations

    As the end of the year approaches, many companies are preparing for their annual performance evaluations. Many employers find these evaluations as an opportunity to provide adequate feedback to each [...]

  • Legally Entitled to Recover? The case of Geerdes v. West Bend Mutual Insurance Company

    The case Geerdes v. West Bend Mutual Insurance Company was decided by the United States Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit on June 20, 2023. The decision helps interpret [...]