Employers Must Act Soon to Address Changes in Overtime Law
On December 1, 2016, the laws regarding overtime wages are changing – dramatically. The United States Department of Labor has issued new regulations on how much certain employees must earn in order to be considered exempt from overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”). Generally, employers will now be required to pay overtime wages […]
Minneapolis Passes Paid Sick and Safe Time Ordinance
The City of Minneapolis will require employers to provide their workers with paid sick and safe leave pursuant to an ordinance passed by the Minneapolis City Council on May 27, 2016. The ordinance applies to any company with six or more employees (regardless of where the employees are located) so long as at least one […]
New Notice Requirements Effective Immediately Pursuant to the Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016
On May 11, 2016, President Obama signed into law the federal Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016 (“DTSA”). The DTSA, effective immediately, creates a new federal cause of action for theft of trade secrets. It does not preempt existing state laws, such as the Minnesota Uniform Trade Secrets Act, Minn. Stat. Chapter 325C. The DTSA […]
Craig W. Trepanier to Speak at 2016 Business Law Institute
Minnesota employment law attorney Craig W. Trepanier will speak at the 2016 Business Law Institute, which will take place at the Minnesota CLE Conference Center on Monday, May 2nd and Tuesday, May 3rd. Craig’s session, “You’re Hired! Anatomy of an Employment Agreement” will take place on Monday, May 2nd from 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. In […]
Craig W. Trepanier to Speak at 2016 Business Law Institute Seminar
Minnesota employment law attorney Craig W. Trepanier will speak at the 2016 Business Law Institute Seminar, which will take place at the Minnesota CLE Conference Center on Monday, May 2, 2016 through Tuesday, May 3, 2016. Craig’s session, “You’re Hired! Anatomy of an Employment Agreement” will take place on Monday, May 2, 2016 at 10:45 […]
Craig W. Trepanier to Speak on Minnesota Drug and Alcohol Testing in the Workplace at 2016 Minnesota Safety & Health Conference
Minnesota employment law attorney Craig W. Trepanier will speak at the 2016 Minnesota Safety & Health Conference, which will take place at the Minnesota Convention Center on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 through Thursday, May 5, 2016. Craig’s session, Minnesota Drugs and Alcohol in the Workplace: the Road Ahead Part II, will take place on Tuesday, […]
Craig W. Trepanier
Craig W. Trepanier Craig W. Trepanier Shareholder Attorney Direct Dial: 612.455.0502Fax: 612.455.0501craig@trepanierlaw.com Download vCard Craig W. Trepanier is a co-founder of Trepanier MacGillis Battina P.A. and served as President of the Firm from 2003 to 2019. He represents corporations, business owners, executives and salespersons in business, commercial litigation, and employment law. He brings determination, tenacity, […]
James C. MacGillis
James C. MacGillis James C. MacGillis Shareholder Attorney Direct Dial: 612.455.0503Fax: 612.455.0501jmacgillis@trepanierlaw.com Download vCard James C. MacGillis is a business attorney focusing on the corporate, employment, and real estate needs of entrepreneurs and growing businesses. Jim’s transactional background, coupled with his litigation experience, is particularly well-suited to small and medium-sized businesses that need their legal […]
Bryan R. Battina
Bryan R. Battina Bryan R. Battina Shareholder Attorney Direct Dial: 612.455.0505 Fax: 612.455.0501 bbattina@trepanierlaw.com Download vCard Bryan R. Battina focuses his practice on various aspects of business and corporate law, including commercial litigation, shareholder disputes, non-compete, non-solicitation and trade secret law, and real estate litigation. His clients have included individuals, business owners, and corporate entities. […]
Nicholas N. Sperling
Nicholas N. Sperling Nicholas N. Sperling Shareholder AttorneyDirect Dial: 612.455.6241Fax: 612.455.4501nsperling@trepanierlaw.com Download vCard Nicholas N. Sperling represents corporate and individual clients in all aspects of business law, employment law, commercial litigation, privacy law and information technology and licensing law. In his practice, Nick focuses on each client’s goals and tailors his approach to achieve the best […]