Employees

Legal Team Announced in Civil Rights Case Against Sunrun Over Former Employee’s Wrongful Charges

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HARTFORD, Conn. — A former employee of Sunrun Installation Services, represented by attorney Robert M. Berke, has filed a civil rights lawsuit in Connecticut District Court, alleging wrongful charges stemming from licensing issues. The complaint, lodged on September 4, embroils the company in legal proceedings over the affairs of its former personnel practices and their legal ramifications. The lawsuit centers on George Edward Steins, a former Sunrun employee, who faced legal charges for employing an unregistered home improvement salesperson. These charges, which were later dismissed in May 2024, could have been avoided, the lawsuit claims, … Read more

High Stakes: Court Rules on Workplace Cannabis Protections, Leaving Employees in a Haze

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Philadelphia, PA – As more U.S. states legalize cannabis, employers nationwide face new legal challenges in maintaining drug-free workplaces. This evolving landscape raises critical questions about employment rights and employer obligations. Recent legal decisions indicate that state-provided protections for employees using cannabis might not be as robust as initially thought. This perspective was notably supported by a decision from the Third Circuit Court of Appeals in the case of Zanetich v. Wal-Mart Stores East, et al. The court’s ruling highlights a significant gap in employee protection under state statutes that lack explicit remedial provisions for … Read more

Trump Advocates for Federal Employees’ Return to Workplace, Signals Further Legal Actions Against Media

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Washington, D.C. — In a dynamic push toward restoring pre-pandemic norms, former President Donald Trump has advocated for federal workers to return to their traditional office environments. Citing the benefits of in-person work, Trump has conveyed his perspectives across various platforms, intensifying his public discourse on the matter. During his administration, Trump was known for his assertive approaches to bureaucratic practices, often emphasizing efficiency and accountability. His current stance aligns with these previous principles, underscoring his belief that physical office presence enhances productivity and collaboration among federal employees. Amidst these discussions, Trump has also escalated … Read more

Legal Team Takes on Sunrun Inc. in Lawsuit Over Alleged Civil Rights Violations Linked to Former Employee’s Charges

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Hartford, Conn. – Attorneys David X. Sullivan, Thomas J. Finn, and Gregory A. Hall from the law firm McCarter & English have officially joined a civil rights case, representing Sunrun Installation Services. The lawsuit was initiated on September 4 in the Connecticut District Court by lawyer Robert M. Berke, who is representing the plaintiff, former Sunrun employee George Edward Steins. This legal action stems from allegations that the company’s lack of communication led to criminal charges against Steins, which were subsequently dismissed. The genesis of the complaint lies in 2017 when Steins’ employment with Sunrun … Read more