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... in writing should be sought. Some policies define "wrongful termination" to mean "termination that is against the law and wrongful." Such a definition, while seemingly broad, may actually be onerous because in some states public policy can form the basis for a wrongful discharge claim only when such a prohibition is set forth in a statute or regulation. In other states, public policy may also be established by court decision and might not necessarily be prohibited by law. However the term ... but other policies may be silent or otherwise unclear. Who Is Insured? It may be surprising to know that not all EPLI policies provide coverage for the employer. But because the employment relationship is generally considered to exist between the employee and the corporation, the employing entity is nearly always named as a defendant in a wrongful employment practice suit. Also, some state laws, such as those in California, will hold the corporation responsible for the actions of supervisors and managers who are carrying out the day-to-day activities of the corporation and ... professionals have known for years that communication of the employer's rules, policies, and procedures to the employees, as well as an early intervention in employment disputes or complaints, are effective in limiting both the frequency and severity of suits. Now employment practices liability insurance (EPLI) can augment these traditional preventive tactics. Combined with insurance, loss prevention, post-incident investigation, and thorough follow-up can act to form a three-legged stool of protection against employment-related claims. Here are a few tips to consider when developing your own defensive strategies. LEG ...

...be onerous because in some states public policy can form the basis for a wrong...the effort. Conclusion Whether public awareness of wrongful employment c...