The Massachusetts Pay Transparency Act, officially titled the Frances Perkins Workplace Equity Act, was signed into law on July 31, 2024. Set to take effect in stages beginning in 2025, the law imposes new obligations on employers aimed at increasing wage transparency...
Louis Miyara
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Under Scrutiny, But Still Viable
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives have been a cornerstone of workplace culture for many organizations, developed in response to historic and ongoing patterns of exclusion, and have been linked to better profits and improved work environments. But...
Two Separate Claims of Action in Relation to Employment Discrimination
Most people are familiar with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, it frequently used by aggrieved employees. However, Section 1981 of the Civil Rights Act of 1866 is another legal mechanism that can be used to bring employment discrimination claims. Before...
Instagram Raises Its Privacy Game as it relates to Youth
In September, social media platform Instagram introduced new age restrictions and privacy measures for users under 18. These changes are designed to create a safer online environment for teens, but they also bring a host of legal implications that businesses, parents,...