Vaccine resisters could derail Island's COVID-19 recovery, experts say

News - Labor & Employment

Michael Schmidt was quoted in Newsday discussing how state and federal agencies haven't provided clear guidance on whether a business can require workers to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

How to Talk to Employees About Their Holiday Plans

News - Labor & Employment

Michael Schmidt was quoted in Inc. discussing if employers can ask their employees to change their holiday plans during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mailbag: Can I restrict workers' personal travel?

News - Labor & Employment

David Barron spoke with HR Drive about how the upcoming holiday season is about to collide with a pandemic and employers have some options when it comes to workers' personal travel.

Jennifer Brandt Appeared on Court TV Discussing the Ohio v. Stefanko Trial

News - Family Law

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm's Family Law Practice, was a guest on Court TV discussing Ohio v. Stefanko, again.

Understand workplace COVID-19 contact tracing issues, methods

News - Labor & Employment

John Ho spoke with Search HR Software about how COVID-19 contact tracing for offices, businesses, restaurants, and other workplaces is a challenge for employers.

Jennifer A. Brandt was Featured on Court TV

News - Family Law

Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, was a guest on Court TV discussing the Ohio v. Stefanko trial.

4 Tips For Crafting An Airtight Parental Leave Policy

News - Labor & Employment

Debra Friedman was quoted in Law360 discussing parental leave policies that satisfy the law and do right by workers.

7th Circ. Further Clarifies Standing Of Biometric Privacy Suits

News - Technology, Privacy & Data Security

Erin Bolan Hines was quoted in a Law360 article discussing the Dakkota Integrated Systems case, which The Seventh Circuit remanded so the district judge could address the 15(a) claim likely preempted by the LMRA.

What to know if your employer wants you to get vaccinated for COVID

News - Labor & Employment

David Barron spoke with CNN about the possibility of employers requiring employees to take the COVID-19 vaccine.

Patrick Martin Appears on WGN-TV Chicago's "Political Report”

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Patrick Martin was a guest on WGN-TV Chicago's "Political Report” discussing the speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives, Michael Madigan, and his current state of power.

A COVID-19 Vaccine Looks Promising. Can You Require Employees to Take It?

News - Labor & Employment

Michael Schmidt spoke with Inc. about whether or not employers can require employees to take a COVID-19 vaccine.

Cozen O’Connor Named Law Firm of the Year by The Legal Intelligencer

News - 9/11 Litigation, Appellate, Mergers & Acquisitions

The Legal Intelligencer highlighted the firm’s many legal victories as its reason for the honor, including our recent victory before the U.S. Supreme Court, closing $510 million sale of a longtime client, and our win in the Second Circuit on behalf of the 9/11 families.

How U.S. House, Senate Results Could Influence Cannabis Legislation

News - Cannabis

Patrick Martin was quoted in Cannabis Business Times discussing the impact the Senate could have on the cannabis industry.

New York’s Covid-Fueled Retail Apocalypse Hits Condo and Co-Op Owners

News - Condominiums & Cooperatives

Leni Cummins discusses the challenges confronting New York City condominiums and coops with retail property in light of the COVID-19 pandemic in The Real Deal.

Suzanne Mayes Awarded 2020 Freda Johnson Award Recipient for Trailblazing Women in Public Finance

News - Business, Corporate, Public & Project Finance

Philadelphia – November 10, 2020 – Suzanne Mayes, co-chair of Cozen O’Connor’s Business Law Department and co-chair of the firm’s Public & Project Finance Practice, has been selected as a 2020 Freda Johnson Trailblazing Women in Public Finance by the Northeast Women in Public Finance and The Bond Buyer.

Being Proactive Can Reduce COVID-19 Liability

News - Labor & Employment

Michael Schmidt was quoted in New Jersey Business discussing how companies can reduce their liability in the workplace with well-thought-out safety policies and informed employees.

Kiss the Ring: City Pols Weigh Heavy on Development in These Major Markets

News - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies, Real Estate Development, Zoning, Land Use & Development

Ken Fisher discusses the influence local officials have in changing the skylines of major real estate cities, such as New York, in The Real Deal.

Jennifer A. Brandt Appears on Court TV Discussing Top of the News Cases

News - Commercial Litigation, Family Law

Boosting employee productivity after an election roller coaster

News - Labor & Employment

Michael Schmidt was quoted in Employee Benefit News discussing boundaries managers need to set for employees to express themselves about the election and COVID-19.

Cozen O’Connor’s Patrick Martin named to “40 under 40” list by Crain’s Chicago Business

News - Government Relations - Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies

Patrick Martin, Principal and Midwest Director of Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies, has been named to the Crain's Chicago Business "40 under 40" list.