New law that would prohibit forced arbitration of certain claims
On March 3, 2022, President Biden signed into law the “End to Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual...
Supreme Court to tackle scope of Title VII’s prohibition on sex discrimination
On April 22, 2019, the United States Supreme Court announced it would review three cases, Bostock v. Clayton County, GA,...
Executive Order to OSHA brings updated guidance on COVID-19
While the world celebrates the ongoing vaccinations against COVID-19, it is clear the pandemic is far from eradicated and...
DOL weighs in on joint employer test
The U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) recently issued interpretive guidance regarding how it would analyze joint employer status under...
The ADA and reasonable accommodation issues regarding service animals
A recent jury award in Arkansas is a timely reminder to employers of their legal requirements under the Americans with Disabilities Act...
LEGAL: States are going to pot: medical marijuana laws pose increased risks for...
Legislation allowing marijuana use is sweeping across America. And it may have unexpected consequences for employers. Currently 33 states plus the...