Earlier this month, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), after first attempting to reach a pre-litigation settlement, commenced litigation against Rock Snowpark on July 2, 2025, for allegedly retaliating...more
7/25/2025
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Title VII
On March 19, 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Public Affairs issued a press release announcing two technical assistance documents jointly released by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)...more
In our ever-evolving world, fostering cultural sensitivity is paramount for creating inclusive and respectful work environments and minimizing legal risks. Language plays a crucial role in shaping our perceptions, and...more
Democrats and Republicans within the House Committee on Education and the Workforce have recently expressed bipartisan interest in raising or eliminating the statutory caps on damages for claims brought under Title VII and...more
In our ever-evolving world, fostering cultural sensitivity is paramount for minimizing legal risks and creating inclusive, respectful work environments. Language plays a crucial role in shaping our perceptions, and...more
On the heels of the United States Supreme Court’s decision limiting affirmative action in college admissions, we have seen an increase in workers who do not belong to historically underrepresented demographic groups filing...more
When “Gymtimidation” Turns Into Discrimination-
The issues of acceptance and comfort in fitness centers can pose serious challenges for owners. A healthy gym environment can empower all individuals, regardless of age,...more
By now, most private employers are familiar with the recent U.S. Supreme Court decision on affirmative action, Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard (SFFA), which arises in the context of college admissions. The Court held...more
8/1/2023
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State Attorneys General ,
Students for Fair Admissions v Harvard College ,
Title VII
For the past 18 months, employers have faced a dizzying number of new laws, regulations and employment issues resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. The latest announcement of COVID-19 vaccine mandates by the White House on...more
Key Points-
The law prohibits employers from including unilateral non-disclosure or non-disparagement clauses in employment agreements for unlawful employment practice claims of harassment, discrimination and retaliation....more
On January 23, 2019, the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, sitting en banc, carved out a narrow exclusion from the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) holding that the ADEA does not protect outside job applicants...more
Illinois amended two of its existing employment laws after the Illinois General Assembly’s 2018 regular session, imposing new obligations on employers:
The Illinois Wage Payment and Collection Act (820 ILCS 115/9.5),...more
The November 6 midterm elections are highly charged and anticipated for myriad reasons.
Navigating the statutes governing voting leave rights should be top of mind for all employers. ...more
The November 6 midterm elections are highly charged and anticipated for myriad reasons.
Navigating the Wisconsin statutes governing employer restrictions around elections should be top of mind for all employers in the...more