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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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        Working 9 to 5? It’s a Way to Make a Livin’, so Make Sure You’re Payin’ for Every Minute: A Maine Employer’s Guide to Stacked Wage & Hour Rules

        Four decades after Dolly Parton gave us both the namesake anthem of the American workday and the film about three fed-up office workers’ dreams of...
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        Can AI Pass the Doctor Test? FDA Considers Physician-Inspired Evaluation of GenAI Devices and Other Regulatory Measures

        AI is entering healthcare with indomitable will. It promises to increase efficiency, reduce administrative burden (which healthcare providers so...
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        Verrill Attorney Annabel Rodriguez Named Top Women of Law by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly

        BOSTON, Massachusetts – Verrill attorney Annabel Rodriguez has been recognized as a Top Women of Law by Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly, and will be...
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        What Employee Benefits Lawyers Do (and How to Make the Best Use of Us)

        What do employee benefits lawyers do all day and how can clients make the best use of them? This post offers an overview of the kinds of things...
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        Bloomberg Law Quotes Robert Keach on Expanded Access to Small Business Reorganization

        Verrill attorney Bob Keach was recently featured in Bloomberg Law, discussing legislation that would raise debt limits for bankruptcy relief and...
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        Phil Bartlett to Step Down as Chair of the Maine Public Utilities Commission

        On September 15, 2026, Governor Janet Mills announced that Phil Bartlett will step down as Chair of the Maine Public Utilities Commission (PUC)...
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        Jay McCormack and Michael Fee Co-Author AHLA Article on Skin Substitute Enforcement Trends

        Verrill Partners Jay McCormack and Michael Fee co-authored an article for the American Health Law Association's Fraud and Abuse Practice Group...
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        Verrill Welcomes Health Care & Life Sciences Attorney Elpida Velmahos

        BOSTON, Massachusetts – Verrill is pleased to announce that Elpida Velmahos has joined the firm’s Health Care & Life Sciences Group as an...
        Press Releases

        Verrill Welcomes Litigation & Trial Attorney Emma Pooler

        PORTLAND, Maine – Verrill is pleased to announce that Emma Pooler has joined the firm’s Litigation & Trial Group as an Associate, resident in...
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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...
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        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...