Artificial intelligence is now embedded across the employment lifecycle, from recruiting and hiring to performance management, compensation and workforce planning. While these tools can drive efficiency and data‑driven decision‑making, they also can create legal risk,...
On March 27, 2026, President Trump designated Board Member James R. Murphy as Chairman of the National Labor Relations Board. Chairman Murphy was nominated by President Trump to be a Member of the NLRB and was sworn in on January 7, 2026, for a term expiring on...
A recent decision from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit may cut short the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) recent approach to union recognition and bargaining orders following representation elections. In Brown-Forman Corp. v. NLRB, decided March...
As many employers continue to develop their post-COVID return-to-office policies, questions remain about when remote work may be required as a reasonable accommodation under federal disability law. On February 11, 2026, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission...
On Thursday, February 4, 2026, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed a subpoena enforcement action against Nike in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Missouri seeking to compel the footwear and apparel giant to produce information...
Recent media coverage of heightened immigration enforcement has led employers to the realization that a visit from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is no longer a remote possibility. As a result, HR leaders are asking, are we ready? Whether prompted by...
Columbus, Ohio is the latest city to enact a law requiring “pay transparency.” Starting January 1, 2027, employers in Columbus must disclose salary ranges in their job postings. This requirement was recently added to the law enacted by the City of Columbus in 2024,...
Preliminary Considerations Before recommending termination, managers should determine whether lesser corrective measures are appropriate. Depending on your workforce, it may make sense to implement a progressive discipline policy. A progressive discipline policy may...
The 9th Circuit’s decision in Caldrone v. Circle K Stores Inc. demonstrates why it is risky for employers not to post a job opening, even if there is an internal employee who would be perfect for the job. Factual Background: Three plaintiffs, who were employed by...
On October 14, 2025, Cuyahoga County became the first county in Ohio to pass its own version of the CROWN Act, expanding local anti-discrimination protections to include natural hairstyles. The ordinance prohibits discrimination based on hair texture and protective...