Moderator: Angelo Spinola, Shareholder, Polsinelli Speakers: Nicole Buffalano, Partner, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP; Mike Coccaro, General Counsel, Synergy Home Care; Aaron van Nostrand, Of Counsel, Greenberg Trauig, LLP
Paper Presentation
This session will analyze the status of various joint liability standards including where joint employment, independent contractor, and vicarious liability stands in both the federal and state arenas. The session will include an in-depth review of how recent changes in joint employer and these standards are affecting franchise relationships as well as litigation of third-party claims against franchisors and franchisees. The session will then also address and provide practical examples of the application of the joint employer laws to various aspects of the franchise business.