With COVID-19 cases rising, employers must review policies for sick leave, FMLA, testing, and accommodations to comply with laws.
Game Changers: Preparing for the Future in which Collegiate Student-Athletes are Employees
College athletics face debates over student-athletes' employee status, with legal battles and changing NCAA rules. Considerations include NIL rights and federal lawsuits. NLRB challenges complicate matters.
Employer “Dos and Don’ts”: Compliance Reminders for the FMLA
The Family and Medical Leave Act grants employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for specific reasons. Employers have obligations and responsibilities.
Weeding Out: Unemployment and Workers’ Compensation Benefits for Medical Marijuana Users Amid Fiery Legislation
Louisiana employees using medical marijuana may risk losing workers’ compensation or unemployment benefits due to legislation challenges.
U.S. Supreme Court Substantially Increases Employee Protections in Religious Accommodation Cases
The U.S. Supreme Court's unanimous decision in Groff v. Dejoy sets a new pro-employee standard for religious accommodations, impacting employers and potentially leading to lawsuits.
EEOC’s “Algorithm” for AI in the Workplace
The National Labor Relations Board ruled that prohibiting BLM insignia at work was unlawful. The display was considered protected concerted activity, stemming from complaints about race discrimination. No automatic protection for BLM display at work.
Employment Law—Stay in the Know!
In May 2023, significant legal developments included National Labor Relations Board decisions, Supreme Court arguments, and state marijuana laws.
Weeding Out: Marijuana as Doping for Student-Athlete Employees
March Madness 2025 introduces student-athlete employees facing new marijuana testing policies, posing legal and procedural challenges for colleges and the NCAA.
Weeding Out: Budding Legislation – Status of House Bill 24
Louisiana's 2023 legislative session brought hope for cannabis enthusiasts, but House Bill 24 failed, impacting marijuana regulation.
Supreme Court to Rule on Workplace Religious Accommodation Requests
The U.S. Supreme Court is considering the Groff v. DeJoy case, which could impact employers' handling of religious accommodations. Employers should review their policies accordingly.
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