Continuing Violation Theory Extended

In order to file a discrimination lawsuit under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, a plaintiff must first file a timely administrative charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commissio

A Threat To One's Self Is Enough

The Americans with Disability Act of 1990 (the "ADA") prohibits employers from using qualification standards that screen out or that have a tendency to screen out an individual with a disability or

ERISA Plan Claims and Appeals:

In November, 2000, the U.S. Department of Labor issued new regulations governing claims and appeals for ERISA plans.

Employee Benefits for Decision Makers: Current Issues Facing Retirement Plans and Health and Welfare Plans, LORMAN® Seminar

Abba Poliakoff presented at a LORMAN® Seminar. http://www.lorman.com/

New Maryland Health Care Legislation Summer 2002

The following is a sampling of some of the more significant health care measures enacted by the Maryland General Assemb

Maryland Regulatory News Summer 2002

1.

Maryland Regulatory News Spring 2002

1. In January, the Maryland Health Care Commission (HCC) released its 2000 State Health Care Expenditures Report.

HIPAA Highlights Summer 2002

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) contains administrative simplif

Drug Company Promotions

The Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), which represents research-based pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, has adopted a voluntary Code to address interactions be

Did You Know? Summer 2002

Medicare Managed Care: Did you know that a proposed rule is pending that improves the Medicare+Choice (M+C) appeal and grievance procedures, including giving M+C enrollees advance