Jeffrey W. ToppelBlog Posts
D.C. Circuit Ruling Yet Another Reminder of NLRB’s Handbook InitiativeThree policies in an employer’s handbook violated Section 8(a)(1) of the National Labor Relations Act, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit has held, agreeing with the National Labor Relations Board. The Court disagreed, however, that two other policies found illegal by the NLRB violated the Act. Hyundai Shipping Agency, Inc. … Continue ReadingNovember 30, 2015 |
District Court Orders NLRB Regional Director to Pay Over $55,000 in Attorneys’ Fees to Employer in 10(j) FightA U.S. District Court Judge in Arizona has ordered the National Labor Relations Board’s Regional Director in Phoenix, acting on behalf of the Board, to pay $55,000 in attorneys’ fees to an employer sued for a temporary injunction over the firing of four recently hired employees, despite awarding the Regional Director much of the relief … Continue reading District Court Orders NLRB Regional Director to Pay Over $55,000 in Attorneys’ Fees to Employer in 10(j) FightNovember 26, 2014 |
The Hits Keep Coming:NFL Referees Association Files NLRB Charge against NFLIt may be the NFL’s offseason, but there has still been plenty of action surrounding “the League” in the legal arena: lawsuits alleging everything from the NFL’s failure to warn players concerning the risks of concussions to defamation resulting from the Commissioner’s public statements about the New Orleans Saints’ bounty scandal. The NFL will now … Continue reading The Hits Keep Coming:NFL Referees Association Files NLRB Charge against NFLJune 26, 2012 |
U.S. Supreme Court Holds Several Provisions of Arizona’s Immigration Bill Preempted, But Most Controversial Provision SurvivesThe U.S. Supreme Court has issued its much anticipated decision on Arizona’s controversial immigration statute, Arizona’s Support Our Law Enforcement and Safe Neighborhoods Act (“S.B. 1070”). In so doing, the Court affirmed, in a 5-3 decision, the Ninth Circuit of Appeals, agreeing that the U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) had established a likelihood of success … Continue reading U.S. Supreme Court Holds Several Provisions of Arizona’s Immigration Bill Preempted, But Most Controversial Provision SurvivesJune 26, 2012 |
Linebacker Sues NFL Commissioner For Defamation Over Comments in “Bounty” ScandalAs the NFL defends against accusations that it long has concealed information regarding the harmful impact concussions have on players’ brains, the League has taken an aggressive tactic in its investigation into the New Orleans Saints’ alleged use of a “bounty” program. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell’s March 2, 2012, press release alleged that Saints coaches … Continue reading Linebacker Sues NFL Commissioner For Defamation Over Comments in “Bounty” ScandalMay 21, 2012 |
Justice Department Settles Title III ADA Complaint Alleging Arizona HS Athletic Association Discriminated Against Deaf PlayerThe U.S. Department of Justice has settled a complaint against the Arizona Interscholastic Association, Inc. (“AIA”), that alleged the AIA discriminated against an individual with a disability by refusing to permit the use of a sign language interpreter during tennis matches in violation of Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Title III applies … Continue reading Justice Department Settles Title III ADA Complaint Alleging Arizona HS Athletic Association Discriminated Against Deaf PlayerMay 15, 2012 |
Supreme Court Hears Challenge To Arizona’s Controversial Immigration StatuteThe U.S. Supreme Court (with just eight justices sitting) has held oral argument on the U.S. Department of Justice’s challenge to Arizona’s Support Our Law Enforcement and Safe Neighborhoods Act (“S.B. 1070”) in Arizona v. U.S., No. 11-182. Justice Elena Kagan is not participating in the case because she was the Solicitor General and involved … Continue reading Supreme Court Hears Challenge To Arizona’s Controversial Immigration StatuteApril 26, 2012 |
Key Provisions of Arizona’s Controversial Immigration Law Will Come under U.S. Supreme Court ScrutinyThe U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear the U.S. Department of Justice’s challenge to Arizona’s Support Our Law Enforcement and Safe Neighborhoods Act (“S.B. 1070”). Last year, the DOJ filed a lawsuit challenging several of the Act’s provisions on federal preemption grounds, arguing the federal government has exclusive authority to address immigrations issues and … Continue reading Key Provisions of Arizona’s Controversial Immigration Law Will Come under U.S. Supreme Court ScrutinyDecember 15, 2011 |
NBA Labor Strike Ends, But Employment Lawsuits ContinueFor one NBA player, the labor strike is not the only thing allegedly keeping him off the court. Far away from the drama of the NBA labor dispute, former NBA player Cuttino Mobley has alleged that the New York Knicks discriminated against him based on his disability in violation of New York State and City … Continue reading NBA Labor Strike Ends, But Employment Lawsuits ContinueNovember 29, 2011 |
U.S. Department of Justice Sues Arizona Sheriff for Records Relating to Potential Civil Rights AbusesThe U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) has filed a lawsuit against the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, and its well known County Sheriff Joe Arpaio, for his refusal to hand over documents in the DOJ’s long running civil rights probe. The complaint alleges that the Sheriff’s Office is in violation of Title VI of the Civil … Continue reading U.S. Department of Justice Sues Arizona Sheriff for Records Relating to Potential Civil Rights AbusesSeptember 14, 2010 |