Are Non-Compete Clauses Enforceable in Maryland? What to Look for Before You Sign
We have all been through the process of new employment – you receive the offer, review the compensation and benefits package, and are ready to accept. Then, while reviewing the…
Texas Telework Policies: State Employee Rights and Restrictions
For those employed by Texas State, remote work policies differ: even among Texas State employees. Depending on your particular circumstances, different remote work restrictions…
Working From Home in Texas: What Federal and Texas State Labor Laws Apply to Remote Employees?
If you live in Texas and work remotely, both federal and Texas State labor laws still apply. But there are some potential complications for those working from home: whether on a…
Thank a Veteran! Then Hire One to Become Eligible for a Tax Break
On this Veterans Day, it’s important to remember the sacrifices our military members have made to keep our country safe. It is also important to thank our veterans for their…
EEOC Quorum Restored? What This Means for Employee Rights in the Federal Workplace
Despite a government shutdown, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) restored its quorum for the first time since Jan. 2025. When stacked against a government shut…
What Recourse Remains for Federal Correctional Employees Without a Union?
Trump Administrative efforts to undo the Civil Service Reform Act of 1978 since January 2025 continued in late summer as the anti-labor reforms initially directed at the National…
Here’s What the ‘One Big Beautiful’ Bill Means for Employees and Employers
Whether you work for the federal government or whether you work for a private employer, the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) will likely impact you. If you are an employer, the…
Despite Laws Intended to Prevent It, Age Discrimination Abounds in 2025
Despite the establishment of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) in 1967, today, almost three-quarters (74 percent) of older Americans think their age could be a…
New York City Paid Prenatal Personal Leave: What NYC Employers Need to Know
2025 began with New York Governor Kathy Hochul expanding benefits and protections for pregnant employees: part of an initiative to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates in…
Affirmative Action & the Trump Administration: What is the EEO Policy for Federal Contractor Employees?
The second Trump Administration has made sweeping changes to the federal employment landscape. On January 21, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14173, AKA “Ending…