In this episode, Matt Steinberg welcomes renowned legal scholar and University of Chicago Law Professor, Eric Posner. Professor Posner and Matt discuss the increasingly important intersection between antitrust and employment law, particularly in the context of mergers and acquisitions, the various types of antitrust causes of action which can be asserted in employment-related litigation, and other topical questions surrounding the geographic concentration of our economy’s labor markets. A renowned author of numerous books and articles, Professor Posner previously made an appearance on our podcast, where he discussed the increased legal, legislative, and social scrutiny surrounding noncompetition agreements. http://www.akerman.com/podcasts/disclaimer/workedup.html

Matt Steinberg welcomes Dos Toros’ Chief Human Resources Officer Aleta Maxwell to discuss the rapidly expanding “fast casual” restaurant’s employee-first culture, and how that unique culture works to customers’ benefit. Matt and Aleta also explore a critical question companies in every industry face: how to maintain a fun, engaging culture while also scaling the business. Finally, Matt and Aleta chat about DT’s philanthropic efforts within its communities (including a commitment to recruiting and retaining workers with criminal histories), broader legal issues facing the hospitality industry, and their shared passion for hip-hop and NBA hoops! http://www.akerman.com/podcasts/disclaimer/workedup.html

In this episode, Matt Steinberg welcomes Magistrate Judge Sidney I. Schenkier of the Northern District of Illinois, who provides insightful perspectives on effective advocacy, litigation trends, best practices for employers to avoid employment litigation and/or to persuasively defend an employment litigation, why “reasonableness sells” and preparation is always paramount in his Courtroom. Judge Schenkier also discusses his own journey to the federal bench, and his important and pioneering work with post-incarceration re-entry programs. http://www.akerman.com/podcasts/disclaimer/workedup.html