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        Category: HR Best Practices
        by Hannah B. Owings Saturley on December 23, 2025

        “On the twelfth day of HR’s favorite season, my lawyers said to me… twelve drummers drumming (and a reminder that workplace playlists aren’t...

        by Hannah B. Owings Saturley on December 22, 2025

        “On the eleventh day of HR’s favorite season, my lawyers said to me… eleven pipers piping (and eleven questions about marijuana at...

        by Hannah B. Owings Saturley on December 19, 2025

        “On the tenth day of HR’s favorite season, my lawyers said to me… ten lords a-leaping (and a plan to maintain a safe workplace).” While...

        by Hannah B. Owings Saturley on December 18, 2025

        “On the ninth day of HR’s favorite season, my lawyers said to me… nine ladies dancing—and a guide to hosting a compliant holiday...

        by Hannah B. Owings Saturley on December 16, 2025

        “On the eighth day of HR’s favorite season, my lawyers said to me… eight maids a-milking (and eight essential rules for supporting nursing...

        by Hannah B. Owings Saturley on December 15, 2025

        "On the seventh day of HR’s favorite season, my lawyers said to me… seven swans a-swimming (in germs)—and a tidal wave of sick-leave rules to...

        by Hannah B. Owings Saturley on December 11, 2025

        "On the sixth day of HR’s favorite season, my lawyers said to me… six geese a-laying (and a flock of pregnancy-related protections to...

        by Hannah B. Owings Saturley on December 9, 2025

        "On the fifth day of HR’s favorite season, my lawyers said to me… five golden rings (but first, let’s talk compliance)." Bonuses,...

        by Hannah B. Owings Saturley on December 8, 2025

        "On the fourth day of HR’s favorite season, my lawyers said to me… four calling birds (and a guide to employee communications)." The rise of...

        by Hannah B. Owings Saturley on December 4, 2025

        "On the third day of HR’s favorite season, my lawyers said to me… three missed deadlines (and one looming penalty)." As the year winds down,...

        by Hannah B. Owings Saturley on December 2, 2025

        "On the second day of HR’s favorite season, my lawyers said to me… two workplace romances (and policies to manage them)." Those turtle doves...

        by Hannah B. Owings Saturley on December 1, 2025

        "On the first day of HR’s favorite season, my lawyers said to me … one handbook in need of updating." As the year draws to a close, now is the...

        by Elizabeth T. Johnston on June 5, 2025

        Last year, the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts issued a decision in Baker v. CVS Health Corporation with an important reminder...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on April 27, 2024

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Vicky Oliver. This episode discusses why women have left the...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on March 30, 2024

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Linda Riddell. This episode discuses in-work poverty, its...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on March 16, 2024

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Dr. Anna Marie Frank. This episode discusses how COVID has...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on March 2, 2024

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Colette Phillips. This episode discusses how without an...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on February 3, 2024

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Carla Fowler, MD PhD. This episode discusses the top five...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on January 20, 2024

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Senior Government Relations Specialist Peter Gore. This episode...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on January 6, 2024

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to James Cluskey. This episode discusses how embracing pressure...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on December 9, 2023

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Lori Wallace. This episode discusses how many common interview...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on October 28, 2023

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Robert Brooks and Elizabeth Johnston. This episode discusses...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on October 14, 2023

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Jeremy Vesta. This episode addresses the hidden costs of...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on September 30, 2023

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Fernanda Anzek. This episode discusses the effect “Quiet...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on August 19, 2023

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Heather Hansen. This episode discusses how accent bias effects...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on June 24, 2023

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Elizabeth Johnston. This episode discusses pregnancy and the...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on May 27, 2023

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to John Robertson. This episode discusses the skills, resources,...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on May 13, 2023

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Carol Bowser. This episode discusses ways in which companies...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on April 29, 2023

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to Dr. Keri Ohlrich. This episode discusses the tools companies...

        by Tawny L. Alvarez on April 1, 2023

        On this episode of HR Power Hour, join Verrill attorney Tawny Alvarez as she talks to psychologist Dr. Amy Wood. This episode discusses ways that...

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        Four Verrill Attorneys Co-Author Massachusetts Trends and Developments Chapter for Chambers and Partners Child Relocation 2026 Guide

        Verrill attorneys Mary H. Schmidt, Rachel A. Deering, Hannah R. Zukoff, and Mariah G. Tappan co-authored the “Trends and Developments” chapter...
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        A New Protected Class in Maine: Holders of Final Protection Orders

        In the lead-up to Domestic Violence Awareness Month in October, employers may be taking a closer look at how their policies and practices respond to...
        Alerts and Newsletters

        Verrill Secures SJC Victory for Boston Legacy FC in White Stadium Litigation

        Verrill has secured a significant appellate victory for Boston Legacy FC in the litigation challenging the redevelopment of White Stadium in...
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        Hurry Up and Wait

        This is the third in a series of Verrill blog posts on Maine’s packaging extended producer responsibility (“EPR”) law[1]. In July we reported...
        Media Mentions

        Robert Keach Discusses First Brands Chapter 11 Case in Law360

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach was recently quoted in a Law360 article examining the rejection of First Brands Group's Chapter 11 plan and the...
        Media Mentions

        Cybersecurity and AI Governance: Scott Anderson Featured in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

        Verrill Managing Partner Scott Anderson was recently featured in Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly discussing how law firms can build attorney buy-in for...
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        Section 530A Account Update: ERISA Status of Trump Accounts

        The Department of Labor has issued important guidance addressing whether employer programs that permit contributions to Section 530A accounts (and...
        Press Releases

        97 Verrill Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers® 2027, Including Four Named Lawyers of the Year

        AUGUSTA, Maine, BANGOR, Maine, BOSTON, Mass., PORTLAND, Maine, and WESTPORT, Conn., (August 20, 2026) – Verrill is proud to announce that 97...
        Alerts and Newsletters

        SEC’s Proposed “Reg Crypto”: What Founders Need to Know

        Startup founders and emerging-growth companies have a number of options for raising capital under the federal securities laws, including Regulation D...
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        After 45 Years, the IRS Speaks on DCAP Nondiscrimination Testing – And It’s Good News

        Employers that provide a Dependent Care Assistance Program will be pleased to learn that for the first time in 45 years, the IRS has issued guidance...
        Media Mentions

        U.S. Courts Highlights Annabel Rodriguez’s Journey from Fellow to Mentor

        Verrill attorney Annabel Rodriguez was featured in a recent U.S. Courts article titled “From Fellows to Mentors: Alumni Share Lasting Lessons from...
        Media Mentions

        Robert Keach Discusses Bankruptcy Auction Strategy in Law360

        Verrill attorney Robert Keach spoke with Law360 article examining the complex bankruptcy auction process that resulted in the sale of 23 summer...