Why It Makes Sense to Take Your Employer to Court in Texas
Texas employees pursuing workplace discrimination, retaliation, or other employment claims typically must begin by filing a charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission…
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…
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…
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…
Protecting Those Who Serve: What Sets USERRA Apart From Other Employment Laws
When an employee experiences unlawful discrimination or retaliation, multiple federal and/or state laws may apply in their case. For example, an employee denied reasonable…
Military Spouses Relocating to Maryland Soon May Be Able to Work Under Out-of-State Licenses: What to Know
Maryland has enacted legislation intended to reduce licensing barriers for military spouses and service members relocating to Maryland. Effective October 1, 2026, certain…
What New York Employers and Employees Should Know About New Personnel Records and Notice Requirements
New York employers will soon face new obligations regarding employee personnel records. On Sept. 9, 2026, Gov. Kathy Hochul signed S3460 into law, which gives employees (and…
What Employers Need to Know About the Litigation Risks of Employee Remote Work
Employment-related disputes remain a significant source of litigation exposure for organizations. As remote and hybrid work have become seemingly permanent workplace features,…
Service Animals at Work: Employee Rights Vs. Employer Responsibilities in New York State
As more employees seek workplace accommodations that support their health, employers are increasingly navigating requests to bring service animals into the workplace. Legal…