The Long Tail of Retention

To keep up with the competitive job market, employers are routinely using market adjustments, counteroffers and off-cycle raises to retain talent. These tools can lead to employment litigation risk, despite being well-intentioned. Joey Wright’s article, “The Long Tail of Retention” in Hoosier Banker discusses the legal exposure caused by retention raises and market adjustments, and why an employer’s “business reasons” may not be enough to defensible. She also details several situations where employers may be vulnerable and give guardrails that may reduce the risk.

You can read Joey's full article in the March/ April 2026 issue of Hoosier Banker.