In this episode of Just Compensation, Jessica I. Kriegsfeld is joined by Lauren M. Hollender to discuss employee handbooks, including varying state and federal laws and best practices for creating, distributing, and maintaining employee handbooks. Hollender explains that employee handbooks are not one-size-fits-all, and they should be customized to fit the company's size, location, and culture.

Speakers:

Lauren M. Hollender, Counsel, Employment
Jessica Kriegsfeld, Associate, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits

In this episode of Just Compensation, Jessica I. Kriegsfeld, Amy C. Schwind, and Adam Dickson discuss employment considerations for early-stage companies, including best practices to be compliant with applicable employment laws and to build a strong foundation to grow and attract talent.

Speakers:

Adam Dickson, Counsel, Emerging Companies & Venture Capital
Amy C. Schwind, Counsel, Employment
Jessica Kriegsfeld, Associate, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits

In this episode of Just Compensation, Megan Monson, Julie Levinson Werner, and Jessica I. Kriegsfeld delve into considerations associated with engaging temporary workers, particularly through a staffing agency. They discuss the benefits of engaging temporary workers, pitfalls to avoid, and best practices.

Speakers:
Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Julie Levinson Werner, Partner, Vice Chair, Employment
Jessica Kriegsfeld, Associate, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits

In this episode of Just Compensation, Megan Monson and Jessica I. Kriegsfeld talk to Anthony O. Pergola, Vice Chair of Lowenstein’s Emerging Companies & Venture Capital practice group, about the complexities and challenges of Section 280G, a section of the Internal Revenue Code which can be implicated during company change-of-control transactions. The hosts discuss tips for navigating Section 280G and planning strategies to mitigate adverse tax consequences, emphasizing the importance of early preparation and clear communication throughout the M&A process.

Refer to episode "Change of Control: Golden Parachute Rules in the Sale Process" for a more detailed overview of Section280G.

Speakers:
Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits
Anthony O. Pergola, Partner, Vice Chair, Emerging Companies & Venture Capital
Jessica Kriegsfeld, Associate, Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits

In this episode of "Just Compensation," host Megan Monson invites Lauren M. Hollender and Amy C. Schwind of Lowenstein's Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits practice group to discuss the intricacies of parental leave. They assess differences in federal and state laws, as well as best practices and considerations for parental leave policies.

Speakers:
Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Lauren M. Hollender, Counsel, Employment
Amy C. Schwind, Counsel, Employment

In this episode, host Megan Monson talks with Amy C. Schwind from Lowenstein's Executive Compensation, Employment & Benefits practice group about AI's growing role in human resources processes and employment decisions. They discuss what is permitted under applicable laws, potential discriminatory impact, and recommendations for employers that are using AI for employment decisions.

Speakers:
Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Amy C. Schwind, Counsel, Employment

In this episode of "Just Compensation," Megan Monson, Taryn Cannataro, and Jessica Kriegsfeld of Lowenstein's Executive Compensation, Employment and Benefits practice group discuss employment and employee benefit considerations in the context of an M&A transaction. The conversation explains typical treatments of certain types of payments and equity in connection with an M&A transaction, as well as certain employment law considerations and best practices.

Speakers:
Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Taryn E. Cannataro, Counsel, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Jessica Kriegsfeld, Associate, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits

In this episode of “Just Compensation,” Megan Monson, Taryn E. Cannataro, and Jessica Kriegsfeld of Lowenstein’s Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits group discuss some considerations for a company preparing for an M&A transaction with respect to employees, employee benefits and compensation. The conversation delves into the importance of being prepared for diligence, the curation of a proper knowledge group, and the implementation of various retention tools.

Episode Resource:

• Deferred Compensation: A Primer on Section 409A of the Code and Why it Matters

Speakers:

Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits

Taryn E. Cannataro, Counsel, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits

Jessica Kriegsfeld, Associate, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits