Employment

What Employers Can and Cannot Ask Employees During the Employment Relationship

The employment relationship in Massachusetts is governed by various state and federal laws that dictate what employers can and cannot…

1 month ago

Rudolph Friedmann Attorneys Earn Recognition in 2026 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America®

Rudolph Friedmann LLP is pleased to announce that three of its lawyers have received recognition in the 2026 edition of…

2 months ago

Massachusetts Noncompetition Agreement Act Ruled Not Applicable to Non-Solicitation Agreement with Forfeiture Clause

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court recently clarified that the Massachusetts Noncompetition Agreement Act (“Act”) does not apply to a non-solicitation…

2 months ago

Rudolph Friedmann Secures Sweeping Victory for Business Owner in Complex Business Litigation Case Including Award of Attorney’s Fees Pursuant to Indemnification Agreement

Firm’s client accused of breach of fiduciary duty, conversion and breach of contract; lawsuit requested equitable relief and damages Following…

5 months ago

A Win for Employers – Department of Labor Issues Technical Amendment to Tip Credit Regulations

The Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) permits employers to take a “tip credit” when paying the wages of a tipped…

8 months ago

Massachusetts Wage and Hour Regulations – A Primer

Massachusetts has established comprehensive regulations under 454 CMR 27.00 to clarify and expand upon the state’s wage laws. Below, we’ll…

9 months ago

The Meaning of At-Will Employment in Massachusetts

The at-will employment doctrine is a double-edged sword in the workplace, offering both freedom and uncertainty. It gives employees the…

10 months ago

U.S. District Court Rejects FTC Rule Banning Non-Compete Agreements

The U.S. District Court of Northern Texas issued a final judgment in a case challenging the Federal Trade Commission’s (the…

1 year ago

Four Rudolph Friedmann Attorneys Listed in Best Lawyers in America® 2025 Edition

Rudolph Friedmann LLP is pleased to announce that three of its lawyers have received recognition in the 2025 edition of…

1 year ago

Minority LLC Member Can Be an Employee of LLC Under Massachusetts Wage Act

Adam Shafran, a partner at the firm, recently represented James Raleigh in an action in Middlesex Superior Court, James Raleigh…

1 year ago