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Michelle Barineau

Michelle Barineau counsels clients on a broad range of labor and employment issues. She helps clients navigate matters involving discrimination, harassment, family and medical leave, wage and hour compliance, non-competition, trade secrets, and other issues arising under state and federal employment laws. She routinely provides guidance pertaining to employee handbooks, employment agreements, and workplace policies. Michelle also has experience investigating employment complaints and she frequently partners with white collar colleagues to conduct internal workplace culture assessments and audits in the wake of the #MeToo movement.

With the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine, more and more businesses are planning to reopen their physical office spaces.  They are confronted with ensuring a safe workplace and minimizing the risk of exposure to COVID-19.  As employers consider health screening measures, ranging from temperature checks to vaccine mandates, they must navigate complex privacy issues.
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