Bass, Berry & Sims has partnered with Genesco, Inc. for many years on day-to-day employment matters, including counsel related to drug testing policies, discipline and termination procedures, FLSA compliance, and overtime policy, among others. In addition, we have represented Genesco in various EEOC administrative procedures and claims made before state Civil Rights Agencies regarding allegations of harassment, discrimination, retaliation and violations of restrictive covenants, as well as claims made before the NLRB in matters regarding the National Labor Relations Act. We work with Genesco to obtain favorable resolutions through litigation, administrative proceedings, and mediation.
Genesco Inc. (NYSE: GCO) is a publicly owned specialty retailer of branded footwear, licensed and branded headwear and licensed sports apparel and accessories and is a wholesaler of branded and licensed footwear.