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PERM Labor Certification: What Employers Need to Know
PERM Labor Certification: What Employers Need to Know
Understanding PERM Labor Certification for Employment-Based Green Cards “The best and the brightest” individuals in their respective industries can help businesses accelerate operational growth. For most employers, a temporary work visa is only the start of a relationship with a…
Galloway Attorney to Present at Immigration Law Conference
Galloway Attorney to Present at Immigration Law Conference
Special Counsel Megan Jackler of Galloway’s Greater New Orleans offices will present at the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Mid-South Conference, held in New Orleans on November 13-14, 2026. Jackler, a former supervisory immigration judge, will be speaking on best…
An EEOC Charge Has Arrived. Your Next Step Defines Your Defense, Today’s General Counsel
An EEOC Charge Has Arrived. Your Next Step Defines Your Defense, Today’s General Counsel
An employer’s response to an EEOC charge can become a powerful piece of evidence against it if its explanation changes later. In an article for Today’s General Counsel, Galloway employment lawyers Doris Bobadilla and Wendell Hall explain how a disciplined…
The Best Defense is a Good Offense: A Vendor Contract Checklist for Retailers, Total Retail
The Best Defense is a Good Offense: A Vendor Contract Checklist for Retailers, Total Retail
From missed inventory deliveries to disputes over liability and confidential information, problems with vendors can disrupt a retailer’s operations and expose the business to high costs, making careful contract review essential before an agreement is signed. In an article for…
Galloway New Orleans Conference Delivers Industry Insights
Galloway New Orleans Conference Delivers Industry Insights
9th Annual Galloway Claims and Litigation Conference New Orleans Builds on Successful Tradition Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith hosted its ninth annual Claims and Litigation Conference in New Orleans on October 22, 2026. With its largest number of participants…
Who’s the Employer? WorkBoat
Who’s the Employer? WorkBoat
When a maritime worker is injured at sea, determining who qualifies as the employer can be more complicated than checking the payroll. In an article for WorkBoat, Galloway maritime attorneys Trent Wallis and Jacob Soto discuss the liability questions facing…
Commercial Contract Drafting: Governing Law Essentials
Commercial Contract Drafting: Governing Law Essentials
Why Governing Law in Vendor Agreements Matter For outbound sales to distributors and retailers, the governing law in vendor agreements can be a quiet driver of outcomes. It influences whether warranty disclaimers stick, how “battle of the forms” disputes play…
ADA Accommodations That Work for Neurodivergent Employees
ADA Accommodations That Work for Neurodivergent Employees
October is recognized as National Disability Employment Awareness Month in an effort to promote inclusive workplaces and recognize the contributions of employees with disabilities. A growing segment of the workforce are neurodivergent individuals, including those with autism. Employers and those…
Choosing Video Depositions vs. Live Testimony at Trial
Choosing Video Depositions vs. Live Testimony at Trial
For insurance adjusters and claims representatives, heading into trial can be a busy and stressful time. One of the most important decisions is whether to call your own expert witnesses live at trial or to present them by video trial…
Managing ADA Accommodations at Work, HR.com
Managing ADA Accommodations at Work, HR.com
An employee’s casual comment about a medical limitation can trigger accommodation obligations, making a manager’s response critical to supporting the employee and reducing the company’s legal risk. In an HR.com article, Galloway employment lawyers Doris Bobadilla and Wendell Hall share…
PERM Labor Certification: What Employers Need to Know
PERM Labor Certification: What Employers Need to Know
Understanding PERM Labor Certification for Employment-Based Green Cards “The best and the brightest” individuals in their respective industries can help businesses accelerate operational growth. For most employers, a temporary work visa is only the start of a relationship with a…
Galloway Attorney to Present at Immigration Law Conference
Galloway Attorney to Present at Immigration Law Conference
Special Counsel Megan Jackler of Galloway’s Greater New Orleans offices will present at the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA) Mid-South Conference, held in New Orleans on November 13-14, 2026. Jackler, a former supervisory immigration judge, will be speaking on best…
An EEOC Charge Has Arrived. Your Next Step Defines Your Defense, Today’s General Counsel
An EEOC Charge Has Arrived. Your Next Step Defines Your Defense, Today’s General Counsel
An employer’s response to an EEOC charge can become a powerful piece of evidence against it if its explanation changes later. In an article for Today’s General Counsel, Galloway employment lawyers Doris Bobadilla and Wendell Hall explain how a disciplined…
Galloway Named 2027 Best Law Firm® Regionally and Nationally
Galloway Named 2027 Best Law Firm® Regionally and Nationally
Highlighting its legal excellence and regional reach, Galloway Johnson Tompkins Burr & Smith has been recognized as a 2027 Best Law Firms® by Best Lawyers. Galloway is a full-service defense firm with 14 offices and 140 attorneys handling matters in…
The Best Defense is a Good Offense: A Vendor Contract Checklist for Retailers, Total Retail
The Best Defense is a Good Offense: A Vendor Contract Checklist for Retailers, Total Retail
From missed inventory deliveries to disputes over liability and confidential information, problems with vendors can disrupt a retailer’s operations and expose the business to high costs, making careful contract review essential before an agreement is signed. In an article for…
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