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May 23, 2026
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LAW 896 - Employment Law3 Credit Hours
Explores federal and state regulation of the employment relationship. Focuses on state common-law doctrines, particularly the employment ‘at-will’ doctrine and its erosion through contract (e.g., employee handbooks), tort (e.g., fraud and defamation), and public policy claims. Addresses limits on employee conduct, including non-compete agreements and trade secret protections; laws dealing with whistleblowers, retaliation, and workplace privacy; and constitutional protections of employees’ free speech and free association rights. Considers federal legislation on minimum wage and overtime, family and medical leave, and ERISA.
Grading Restriction: Numeric grading (JD students); A-F grading (other graduate students).
Registration Restriction(s): JD students; other graduate students with instructor permission.
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