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Several new trends and changes in federal regulations will likely affect your team's human resources department. If you've overlooked any of these developments, you might want to review them and take appropriate steps, such as updating your employee manual.
For example, federal regulations have changed for certain aspects of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), health care reform and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Trends in unemployment law and social media also will affect how you run your front office.
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“The most difficult issue facing sports industry clients is the ongoing erosion of public trust,” says Jim Juliano, in a feature profile on the Ohio State Bar Association website. Read the full article here.
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The death of Texas firefighter Shannon Stone after a fall at Rangers Ballpark July 7 and the near tragedy involving another fan at the Home Run Derby at Chase Field July 11 have put ballpark safety in the limelight. What are owners’ legal responsibilities? What have the courts ruled on similar issues? And beyond that, what steps can owners take to enable fans to feel safe while they enjoy the game?
Jim Juliano discussed legal responsibilities and prudent safety measures beyond the requirements in an interview July 16 with host Esme Murphy of News Radio 830 WCCO, a CBS affiliate in Minneapolis. To listen to the podcast, click here.
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How can teams maximize revenue from sponsorships and naming rights, while protecting themselves in case sponsors default?
For valuable tips on pre-agreement protections and important contract clauses, read Jim's advice in Sponsorship and Naming Rights Agreements, which was presented Sept. 29 at the 2010 Minor League Baseball Promotional Seminar in Las Vegas. |
Jim Juliano - Spring 2011
The days of shopping for new health care insurance every year or two are over. Under federal health care reform, you need a professional who understands the trapdoors of changing plans and the tactics needed to successfully plan ahead as the various provisions of the new act take shape over the next several years.
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act was signed into law and made effective on March 23, 2010, with certain provisions to be phased in through Jan. 1, 2018. Congress enacted a quick amendment, effective March 31, 2010. We will refer to these two acts of Congress as the new act.
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