Monthly Archives: May 2024

Assessing New Protections for Pregnant Workers

Being pregnant can be a stressful experience for many workers, especially in the workplace. The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) seeks to combat pregnant workers' overwhelming and isolating feelings through expanding the protections and accommodations available to pregnant workers. The PWFA does not replace any of the federal, state, or local laws that are more [...]

2024-06-04T13:06:25-04:00May 31st, 2024|blog, Latest News, Newsletter|

The CROWN Act- Expanding Discrimination Laws

Discrimination claims are on the rise for public and private employers alike.  One new area of discrimination employers should be aware of arises from hairstyles.  The Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair Act (“The CROWN Act”) was first passed in California in 2019 and is a law that aims to prohibit race-based [...]

2024-06-04T13:05:47-04:00May 31st, 2024|Latest News, Newsletter|

Facing Off with First Amendment Auditors

First Amendment Auditors have become increasingly popular in recent years, but what or who is a First Amendment Auditor? These individuals are usually activists or citizen journalists who target government facilities, employees, or events. Auditors will typically record the encounters and broadcast them on YouTube or other social media platforms and ask questions or demand [...]

2024-06-04T13:04:07-04:00May 31st, 2024|Latest News, Newsletter|