The assertion of common law state claims like defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and wrongful discharge claims are among the fastest growing threats to employers. Many of these claims, unlike most governed by civil rights laws, are not subject to limitations on the recovery of compensatory and punitive damages. Claims by non-union employees that their employers have retaliated against them for lawful concerted activity protected under the National Labor Relations Act are also growing in frequency. Our Labor, Employment & Immigration attorneys anticipate these issues and prepare effective defenses against these claims in whatever forum they are asserted.