More Rights, Stronger Remedies: How the Dole Act Enhances USERRA Protections for Service Members in the Civilian Workforce
Employees who serve in the military should not have to choose between answering their nation’s call and protecting their civilian careers. For more than 30 years, the…
Risky Business: Marijuana-Related Investments & Business Ventures Could Jeopardize Your Security Clearance
Despite widespread legalization at the state level and recent developments at the federal level, recreational marijuana is currently classified as an illegal Schedule I substance…
State-Legal Cannabis & Rescheduling: Marijuana Still Off-Limits for Military in 2026
In most states, marijuana is legal in some capacity—at the state level. On December 18, 2025, President Trump’s executive order directed the Attorney General to initiate the…
Is AI Deciding Who Gets Hired? When AI-Driven Employment Decisions Can Lead to Legal Claims
Many job applicants and employees may not realize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) can influence employment opportunities before they ever speak with a recruiter. Employers may…
D.C. Temporarily Scales Back Paid Leave Benefits: What Workers and Employers Should Know
Employees and employers across Washington, D.C. should be aware that temporary changes to benefits available under the District’s Universal Paid Leave (UPL) Program are in…
Comment on the OPM and MSPB Proposed Rule | “Promoting Employee Accountability”
Comment on Proposed Rule: Promoting Employee Accountability (RIN 3124-AA35) August 1, 2026 Tully Rinckey PLLC respectfully submits these comments regarding the proposed rule…
Ask the attorney: Do I have to obey an unlawful order?
If my commander issues me an unlawful order, do I have to obey it? The short answer is no; you do not have to obey an unlawful order from your commander. The Law of War Manual…
Comment on the EEOC’s Proposed Rule | “Federal Sector Equal Employment Opportunity”
Comment on the EEOC’s Proposed Rule, “Federal Sector Equal Employment Opportunity” (RIN 3046-AB46) September 28, 2026 The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s…
Comment on OPM’s Proposed Rule | “Reduction in Force Appeals”
Public Comment in Response to OPM’s Proposed Rule: “Reduction in Force Appeals” by Tully Rinckey PLLC OPM’s proposed rule, “Reduction in Force Appeals” (RIN…
Does USERRA Protect Military Service Members During a Layoff?
Layoffs have been hitting Texans hard: from El Paso to Houston. Conifer’s Health Solution provided notice in September to the Texas Workforce Commission of a layoff impacting…