On the latest episode of Just Compensation, Lowenstein’s Darren Goodman, Megan Monson, and Jessica Kriegsfeld of the Executive Compensation, Employment and Benefits practice discuss how the structure of an M&A transaction can influence the treatment of the existing workforce and treatment of employee benefits such as outstanding equity awards, health and welfare plans, and retirement plans.

Speakers:

Darren Goodman, Vice Chair, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Jessica Kriegsfeld, Associate, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits

In this episode of "Just Compensation," Megan Monson, Amy Komoroski Wiwi, and Amy C. Schwind discuss the evolving landscape of employment-related non-compete agreements, focusing on recent legal developments. The discussion highlights the Federal Trade Commission's recent decision to ban post-employment non-compete clauses and its implications for businesses nationwide, as well as several noteworthy state-level updates over the past six months and how these changes might impact employers and employees.

Speakers:

Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Amy Komoroski Wiwi, Partner, Employment
Amy C. Schwind, Counsel, Employment

In today’s episode, Andrew E. Graw, Megan Monson, and Jessica I. Kriegsfeld address the U.S. Department of Labor’s final amendment to Prohibited Transaction Class Exemption 84-14, commonly known as the QPAM exemption, and its implications for investment managers. The hosts explore the current QPAM exemption, the modifications introduced by the final amendment, and the key takeaways for investment managers to ensure compliance and maintain their QPAM status.

Speakers:

Andrew E. Graw, Partner and Chair, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Megan Monson, Partner, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits
Jessica I. Kriegsfeld, Associate, Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits