Xcel Energy Contractor Violated DATWA
A recent case emphasizes that Minnesota's Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace Act (DATWA) puts limits on certain job terminations.
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Posts from Joshua Newville, a Minnesota employment lawyer, civil rights attorney, and mediator.
Joshua Newville
- Jul 14
Confidentiality and Non-Disparagement in Severance Agreements? Think twice.
A recent NLRB decision requires employers to reconsider using confidentiality and non-disparagement clauses in severance agreements.
Joshua Newville
- Jun 22
Combating Age Discrimination in the Gig Economy: Challenges and Opportunities
Can artificial intelligence lead to age discrimination for gig workers? The EEOC and the State of New York are tackling the issue.
Joshua Newville
- Jun 8
Beyond the Binary: Addressing Gender Discrimination at Work
Whether it’s unequal pay, sexual harassment, or difficulties getting hired or promoted, a lack of gender equality in the workplace...
Joshua Newville
- May 20
Minnesota's Ban on Non-Compete Agreements: What Employees and Employers Need to Know
Minnesota is about to ban almost all non-compete agreements, which prevent employees from working for competitors after leaving a job....
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