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David E Schwartz

David E Schwartz

January 10, 2011 | National Law Journal

The SEC proposes regulations for Dodd-Frank

Lawyers, accountants and compliance officials would not be eligible for whistleblower bounties.

By David E. Schwartz and Julie Boden Adams

8 minute read

July 30, 2007 | New York Law Journal

'Downes,' 'Ledbetter': Limiting Pay Discrimination Claims

David E. Schwartz, a partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, writes that while recent decisions from the U.S. Supreme Court and the Southern District of New York impose considerable limitations on a plaintiff's ability to bring claims for pay discrimination, some pitfalls still exist which employers should keep in mind.

By David E. Schwartz

10 minute read

May 26, 2009 | New York Law Journal

Avoiding Cat's Paw Liability

David E. Schwartz, a partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, and Caroline J. Honorowski, an associate at the firm, discuss the ongoing split among circuit courts and the three general approaches to liability arising where an employee is terminated based on input from a subordinate to the ultimate decisionmaker, the role independent investigations play in minimizing employer liability, and practical suggestions for employers planning reductions in force.

By David E. Schwartz and Caroline J. Honorowski

14 minute read

March 29, 2010 | New York Law Journal

Navigating Employee Selections, Promotions and Terminations in Light of 'Ricci'

David E. Schwartz, a partner at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, and Caroline J. Honorowski, an associate at the firm, write that an employer's best defense against Title VII liability post-Ricci is careful design of selection practices.

By David E. Schwartz and Caroline J. Honorowski

10 minute read

October 01, 2010 | The Legal Intelligencer

Dodd-Frank Act Offers Key Protections to Whistleblowers

The Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, enacted on July 21, has ushered in a sweeping overhaul of the financial services industry.

By David E. Schwartz

8 minute read