Employment Law

October 4, 2016

Peter G. Callaghan Appointed to the New Hampshire Public Employee Labor Relations Board

Governor Maggie Hassan and members of the Executive Council have appointed Preti Flaherty attorney Peter G. Callaghan to the New Hampshire Public Employee Labor Relations Board. Callaghan focuses his practice on employment law as well as business, commercial, real estate, and civil litigation, among other matters. He has extensive jury trial experience in the state and federal courts and with hearings before administrative agencies. Callaghan has been recognized by the peer-reviewed publication Best Lawyers in America for his work in commercial litigation.

Firm Highlights

Publication

Helping Employers Navigate the New Independent Contractor Rule and Compliance Challenges

On March 11 th , the United States Department of Labor’s (DOL) new Independent Contractor Rule goes into effect. As your organization readies itself for compliance, it’s imperative to scrutinize your independent contractor classifications...

Publication

USCIS Announces H-1B Registration Period for FY2025: New “Beneficiary Centric” Registration Process and Increased Fees

USCIS has recently announced a series of changes that will impact the FY2025 H-1B registration system and cap filing season. H-1B Registration Period and Organizational Accounts As in prior years, under this process, prospective petitioners...

Publication

H-2B Visa Program Summary

The H-2B classification allows foreign nationals who are citizens of certain named countries, with limited exceptions, to accept temporary non-agricultural employment in the United States, after the employer has obtained temporary labor certification by...

News

Preti Flaherty Welcomes Employment Law Attorney Brooke K. Haley to the Firm

Preti Flaherty is pleased to announce that attorney Brooke K. Haley has joined the firm’s Employment Law Practice Group as a Partner. Brooke will work primarily from the firm’s Portland office. Brooke’s practice centers...

Event

When to Say Goodbye: Navigating Leave and Terminations

As an HR professional, hiring the right talent, addressing employee needs, and managing terminations are just a few of the most challenging problems that arise. During this year's three-part Employment Breakfast Webinar Series, we'll...