Blog Posts
Firm Secures Victory Against Claim for Unpaid Overtime Wages
May 24, 2022
The firm Primmer, Piper, Eggleston & Cramer is pleased to announce that it secured a significant victory before the Vermont Supreme Court for one of its bank clients against a former employee claiming unpaid overtime wages. In a lengthy and robust decision, the Supreme Court noted that the question presented on appeal “appears to be a matter of national first impression.” In closely examining the overtime requirements set forth in the Federal Fair Labor Standards Act, followed by the State of Vermont, the Supreme Court agreed with the lower court’s conclusion that the bank’s method for calculating commissions that included deductions for wages already paid complied with the law so long as it met the minimum wage and overtime thresholds.
The New Hampshire Financial Responsibility Act: An Amendment That Reaches Across Borders
Mar 01, 2022
Since at least 1958, it has been clear that the New Hampshire Financial Responsibility Act does not apply to accidents that occur outside of New Hampshire. However, a July 2021 amendment to RSA 264:18 appears to have changed that rule and broadened the reach of the statute.
Welcome Attorney John Wallace
Feb 14, 2022
After over twenty years serving the healthcare industry, attorney John Wallace has joined our firm. John’s practice focuses primarily on helping clinicians and administrators navigate the complex regulatory and compliance issues they face every day.
Welcome Attorney Ryan McClure
Feb 14, 2022
We are thrilled to announce that Ryan McClure is joining Primmer, Piper, Eggleston & Cramer as an Insurance and Litigation Associate.
Time Off: What's Required, What's Not, and Putting It All Together
Jan 26, 2022
Are you confused by your employer obligations to provide your employees with time off? What happens
when an employee misses time for a work-related injury, or when FMLA is used up? Are my remote
employees working in other states entitled to the same leaves as my Vermont employees? When is a personal
leave of absence appropriate? How does the ADA factor in? Join us for an opportunity to learn or fine-tune
your understanding of the interaction between statutory leaves and your own organizational leave policies.
This session will provide you with the tools to strategically evaluate your leave practices for compliance and
alignment with your company culture, and to appropriately discern and respond to workplace leave situations.
Update: FinCEN Issues Proposed Regulations Implementing the Corporate Transparency Act
Jan 24, 2022
Last month, FinCEN issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) implementing the BOI reporting provisions of the CTA. Under the proposed regulations, every foreign or domestic legal entity that qualifies as a "reporting company" would be required to file reports with FinCEN that identify the beneficial owners of the entity as well as the individuals who have filed to form or register the entity.
Welcome New Shareholder Richard Windish
Jan 18, 2022
After more than twenty-five years of service to corporate clients and private litigants throughout Vermont and New Hampshire, Richard Windish has joined our firm.
COVID-19 and the Workplace - a Legal Perspective
Jan 11, 2022
Join attorneys Alexandra Clauss and Ben Traverse on Wednesday, January 19th via Zoom for a discussion of workplace best practices and an opportunity to ask your questions regarding the ever-changing environment.
New Shareholder Announcement: Brendan D. O'Brien & R. Ryan Gadapee
Jan 04, 2022
Primmer Piper Eggleston and Cramer is pleased to announce that attorneys Brendan O'Brien and Ryan Gadapee are now shareholders of the firm. Both Brendan and Ryan have been with the firm for many years and play critical roles on the insurance defense and captive insurance teams.
Welcome Peter Dysart
Jan 03, 2022
We are pleased to welcome attorney Peter Dysart to Primmer Piper Eggleston and Cramer. Peter will work with our corporate, banking and financial services, and litigation practice groups.