Attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the nuances of non-disparagement clauses in separation agreements. They explain the difference between disparagement and defamation and emphasize the...more
In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss various aspects of litigation. They highlight that most litigation cases don't go to trial, benefiting both courts and...more
In this episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the newly implemented sales tax on IT and data services in Maryland. They explore the implications for business owners in the...more
In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger break down the recently passed 'big, beautiful bill' and its implications for employers and employees regarding new tax policies on overtime...more
Join attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman as they discuss the essential steps business owners need to take to prepare for selling their business. Topics include ensuring your business operations are in...more
In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the unique challenges that summer brings for employers and businesses. With school out and vacation plans increasing,...more
In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the nuances of flexible leave policies, often mistakenly referred to as unlimited PTO. They explore the critical...more
In this episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger discuss important considerations for employers regarding employee references and referrals. Businesses need a centralized response system and a...more
In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman delve into the topic of subpoenas. They discuss what a subpoena is, who can receive one, and the proper steps to take when...more
In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the importance of protecting sensitive business information such as client lists and proprietary data. Using the...more
In this week's episode of OK at Work, Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the impact of current economic uncertainty on business transactions. They share insights on how businesses can protect...more
In this episode of OK at Work, Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman delve into the intricate and often confusing topic of independent contractor classification. They discuss the various tests and criteria used at...more
In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss a new executive order directing the EEOC not to pursue or investigate claims of disparate impact. They explain the...more
5/6/2025
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In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the importance of executive employment agreements for key employees such as CEOs, CFOs, and COOs. They cover why these...more
In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman explore the essential aspects of employment agreements. They discuss the importance of these agreements both at the beginning...more
In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the essentials for balancing taxes and legal risk. They explore how tax considerations play a critical role in various...more
Join attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman in this week's episode of OK at Work as they delve into the topic of pre-litigation letters. They explore the different types of lawyer letters, such as demand...more
Join attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman as they discuss the essential role of documentation in progressive discipline and performance plans for employees. Learn the steps involved in creating...more
Join attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman on this week's episode of OK at Work as they delve into the intricacies of the salary basis test for overtime exemptions under the FLSA. They discuss the...more
Join Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger, attorneys at Offit Kurman, as they discuss the significant impact of recent federal government changes on businesses, especially those engaging in government contracts and federal...more
Join attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman as they discuss the dynamics of business relationships. In this episode of OK at Work, they explore the importance of proactive planning in partnerships, the...more
In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman delve into the complexities of business litigation. They discuss various types of litigation that business owners might face,...more
In this week's episode of OK at Work, Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger, attorneys at Offit Kurman, discuss the recruitment of new hires in light of recent changes in federal government employment under the new presidential...more
In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss the recent surge in ICE enforcement actions and changes in immigration policy under the Trump administration. They...more
In this week's episode of OK at Work, attorneys Sarah Sawyer and Russell Berger from Offit Kurman discuss essential strategies for managing employee transitions. As the new year prompts organizational changes, they offer...more