Employment

Wilmington Attorney Will Oden Earns Spot on North Carolina Lawyers Weekly’s Employment Law Power List for 2025

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WILMINGTON, N.C. — Labor and employment attorney Will Oden has earned a prestigious spot on the Employment Law Power List of North Carolina Lawyers Weekly for the second consecutive year, marking a notable recognition among peers in the legal profession. Oden is among just 28 attorneys across the state honored for their leadership and impactful contributions to employment law practices in North Carolina. This recognition, celebrated in the August 2025 edition of the publication, highlights attorneys who have made significant strides in their field. Oden’s efforts in advancing employment law reform have certainly positioned him … Read more

Legal Landscape Shift: Record Law Graduate Employment Surges Amidst AI Integration Yet Salaries Slip

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Washington, D.C. — The integration of artificial intelligence in the legal field has yet to significantly alter the hiring landscape for new law graduates. Recent data from the National Association for Law Placement (NALP) indicates that the employment rate for fresh law school graduates in the United States reached its highest level on record. However, despite this increase in hires, the median salaries for entry-level positions across law firms saw a decline of 3%. Many experts are questioning whether legal AI has begun to impact employment numbers. Historically, the adoption of AI tools in law … Read more

"High-Stakes Legal Showdown: Jane Russell Navigates Controversial Employment Tribunal Amid Allegations of Conflicted Interests"

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In London, England, Jane Russell celebrated her recent appointment as King’s Counsel by riding on horseback through the bustling streets of the city. The journey, which took her from Westminster Hall to her chambers at Lincoln’s Inn Fields, marked a significant milestone in her accomplished legal career. However, her latest case has thrust her into the spotlight for very different reasons. Russell recently appeared before a small tribunal in Endeavour House, Dundee, where she represents both NHS Fife and Dr. Beth Upton in a high-profile employment tribunal involving a nurse named Sandie Peggie. The case … Read more

Ohio Court Ruling Highlights Financial Risks of Age Discrimination in Employment Decisions

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — A recent appellate decision has raised alarms among business leaders regarding the implications of workforce management. In a ruling vacating the employer’s claims, the court affirmed a jury’s $2.1 million award to Cheryl Shephard, a former senior accountant at CrossCountry Mortgage, after they found she was dismissed due to age discrimination. Shephard joined the company in 2016 and consistently received positive reviews and salary increases through her tenure. However, her position dramatically shifted after the hiring of a much younger account manager in 2022. Following her assignment to train him, her responsibilities … Read more