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“Manifest Disregard” Argument Fails in Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals

“Manifest Disregard” Argument Fails in Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals

by Mark Travis | Mar 22, 2021 | Arbitration

In Jones v. Michaels Stores, Inc., (5th Cir., No. 20-30428, 3/15/2021), Jones invoked arbitration with her employer after she was fired, alleging violations of the company handbook. The arbitrator dismissed her claim based on Jones’ status as an employee-at-will....
Off-Duty Conduct May Constitute Sexual Harassment – Tennessee Court of Appeals

Off-Duty Conduct May Constitute Sexual Harassment – Tennessee Court of Appeals

by Mark Travis | Mar 13, 2021 | THRA

In Phelps v. State of Tennessee, (Tenn. Ct. App., M.S., 3/10/21), Plaintiff Phelps brought an action for sexual harassment, discrimination, and retaliation under the Tennessee Human Rights Act (“THRA”) against her employer, the State of Tennessee. Plaintiff worked as...

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