Since the beginning of the pandemic, almost everyone's employment has changed. Congress enacted several pieces of legislation to protect workers during this tumultuous time. Erin Hopper Donahue was interviewed for WLAJ on two of these new Acts. The Emergency Family and Medical Leave Expansion Act https://www.wlns.com/my-abc-is-wlaj-53/my-legal/my-legal-emergency-family-medical-leave-act/ The Emergency Paid Sick Leave Act https://www.wlns.com/my-abc-is-wlaj-53/my-legal/my-legal-paid-sick-leave/ … [Read more...]
Know Your Employment Rights During the COVID-19 Crisis
April 19, 2020 by ·
With so much changing in employment, we know a lot of people have questions. Here are some useful links for employees and employers regarding COVID-19. If you have further questions, please email any of our attorneys directly. Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA) Expands employee coverage under FMLA and provides for emergency paid sick leave. Took effect April 2, 2020 and expires December 31, 2020. H.R. 6201 Questions and answers about the FFCRA https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-questions Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Guidance On March 19, 2020, the EEOC issued guidance on rights and obligations under the under the Americans With Disabilities Act in the face of an epidemic or … [Read more...]
Here for you during the COVID-19 Crisis
March 21, 2020 by ·
During these uncertain times, White Schneider remains committed to meeting your labor and employment, family law, estate planning, and other legal needs. Although our office building is temporarily closed, our attorneys and staff are working remotely, and are available to assist with any issues that may arise. Please feel free to contact any of our attorneys directly. Jeff Donahue jdonahue@whiteschneider.com Tim Dlugos tdlugos@whiteschneider.com Erin Hopper Donahue edonahue@whiteschneider.com Andy Gordon agordon@whiteschneider.com John Maise jmaise@whiteschneider.com Aubree Kugler akugler@whiteschneider.com Karen Bush Schneider kschneider@whiteschneider.com Jennipher … [Read more...]
Jeff Donahue will be Inducted into the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers
March 6, 2020 by ·
On October 15, 2019, Jeff Donahue was welcomed to the ranks of the Fellows of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers within the Sixth Circuit at a reception held in the beautifully renovated Detroit Room of the Theodore Levin Federal Courthouse in Detroit. Jeff will be formally inducted into the College at its annual dinner in November in Beverly Hills, California. Nominees for Fellow of the College, the highest honorary college in the labor and employment law field, must demonstrate 20 or more years of sustained excellence in labor and employment law, contributions to the development of the law through publications and presentations, mentoring of junior lawyers, and adherence to the College’s long-standing Civility and Professional Principles. … [Read more...]
Jeff Donahue Honored with Fellowship
July 1, 2019 by ·
White Schneider is proud to announce that on June 8, 2019, Jeff Donahue was elected as a Fellow to The College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. The College states "election as a Fellow is the highest recognition by one's colleagues of sustained outstanding performance in the profession, exemplifying integrity, dedication and excellence." The College was established in 1995 as a free standing organization recognizing those who, by long and outstanding service, have distinguished themselves as leaders in the field and is represented by more than 1,400 members in 46 states, DC, Puerto Rico and 8 Canadian Provinces. Jeff's election followed a nomination and support by several well-respected colleagues in the field, with whom he has had the privilege to work over the years. … [Read more...]
Aubree Kugler Joins the White Schneider Team
March 25, 2019 by ·
Aubree Kugler is an associate attorney with White Schneider PC. Aubree’s concentration is labor and employment law. Prior to joining the White Schneider team, Aubree was a law student at Michigan State University College of Law and clerked for Legal Services of South Central Michigan, where she primarily worked with clients on housing and public benefits matters. Aubree is a Michigan native and earned both her Bachelor’s and Law degrees from Michigan State University. She looks forward to continuing to be a part of the Capitol City community. … [Read more...]
John Maise and Andrew Gordon Speak at the People’s Law School
October 19, 2018 by ·
On October 9, 2018, the Michigan Association for Justice People’s Law School held a presentation on Labor and Employment Law presented by our Attorneys John Maise and Andrew Gordon. The People’s Law School provides educational seminars helping people become familiar with their legal rights and navigate the law. Sessions are held across the state and feature some of the most well-known and respected legal experts in Michigan, covering topics ranging from Personal Injury and Auto No-Fault, Immigration Rights and Marijuana Law. These presentations are meant to shed light on some of the less intuitive aspects of the law. For many people, a job or career defines their identity. In a very real way, the trappings of Labor and Employment law and the rights available to employees … [Read more...]
John Maise Joins the White Schneider Team
April 23, 2018 by ·
John Maise is an associate attorney with White Schneider. John’s concentration is in labor law and general practice law. Prior to joining the firm, John was an attorney with The Lobb Law Firm in Southfield, Michigan, where he represented personal injury plaintiffs, including both accident victims and their doctors. John is a Michigan native, growing up in Northville in the Detroit Metro area. He is a graduate of the University of Michigan, and the University of Minnesota Law School. John is ready to bring the Fighting Mondale spirit to White Schneider, and seek justice for his clients. … [Read more...]
Supreme Court Victory – $550 Million for Public School Employees
January 19, 2018 by ·
White Schneider is happy and honored to report the major victory for Michigan school employees on the seven-year long litigation to return more than a half billion dollars illegally taken from school employees in the long-running "3%" case. By Order dated December 20, 2017, the Michigan Supreme Court unanimously upheld lower court rulings that found the withholding to be illegal on a variety of constitutional grounds. Logistics will need to be determined for how school employees will receive the refund of over $550 million that has been held in escrow since 2010-2012. White Schneider remains a part of that process. Anyone who worked in Michigan schools in the affected time period from 2010 through 2012, and had the 3 percent taken from their paychecks, will get money … [Read more...]
White Schneider has Moved to Old Town
May 18, 2017 by ·
We are excited to announce that White Schneider is Old Town’s newest resident. Come visit us at our new office in the Grand Center on Turner Street, and help us enjoy the beautiful Grand River from our balcony. White Schneider is proud to be part of this invigorating new neighborhood. … [Read more...]