In March 2020, many companies implemented work-from-home (WFH) policies in response to the global pandemic, aiming to keep employees safe while maintaining productivity. Soon after Federal and local governments followed suit. Now, as the threat of widespread...
Quiet cracking is a new challenge facing employers in today’s workplace. Unlike quiet quitting, which involves employees consciously limiting their efforts to what is contractually required, quiet cracking is a silent emotional breakdown caused by chronic stress,...
In April, we patiently waited on the Supreme Court to rule on Ames v. Ohio. On June 5, 2025, in a unanimous decision the Court ruled that members of majority groups do not need to show “background circumstances” to prove “reverse racism”. This standard that was split...
Recent policy shifts and court rulings have dramatically altered the employment landscape for thousands of immigrants in the United States. Among the most significant changes is the termination of the CHNV Parole Program, which had provided temporary work...
The classification of independent contractors tends to cause employers of all sizes concern and confusion. For years, businesses have relied on flexible, non-employee labor to meet changing demands. But in 2025, the legal framework that governs who qualifies as an...
Recent changing perspectives in employment law have brought other topics to the forefront of employment litigation, and reverse discrimination is one of those topics. Reverse Discrimination Reverse discrimination refers to the unfair treatment of members of a majority...
Long before the recent mainstream popularization of ChatGPT and generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) that caught the public eye, private companies – as well as government agencies – had already been quick to incorporate AI tools into their business. From housing to...
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...
Recently, the terms DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) and Affirmative Action have been thrown around as if they mean the same thing, but in reality, they are not. They represent distinct concepts with unique goals and approaches. Affirmative Action is a legal...
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,...