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Ames “Reverse Discrimination” Case and the Supreme Court of the United States
The Supreme Court of the U.S. is poised to consider the "reverse discrimination" Marlean Ames case for bias against majority rather than minority status.
Corporate Transparency Act Beneficial Ownership Information – Latest Update
A Texas Federal District Court has stayed the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA):
Corporate Transparency Act – Recent Activity
A Texas district court stayed the nationwide order against enforcing the […]
What Actions Should Employers Take If the FTC Noncompete Ban Is Abandoned or Struck Down?
The new Trump Administration may spell a change for the FTC Noncompete Ban; Employment Law attorney Casey Erick explains.
H-1B Visas During the Trump Administration
As President Donald Trump enters his second term, debate over his immigration policy intensifies - making the future of the H-1B visa (for highly skilled foreign workers) uncertain.
President Trump’s Executive Order “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity” and What That Means for Future Shareholder Actions
Shareholder actions challenging DEI programs may gain momentum following Trump's executive order impacting affirmative action measures.
The Federal Trade Commission Issues Final Rule Banning Most Non-Compete Agreements
Employment attorneys, Brian Farrington and Casey Erick explain the recent FTC final rule banning most Non-Compete Agreements, the Effective Date, and whom it affects.
Groundbreaking U.S. Corporate Transparency Act and What Business Owners Should Know
The Corporate Transparency Act requires most small corporations, companies and limited partnerships to register "beneficial ownership information" with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN).
New California Law Potentially Impacts Other States’ Non-Compete Agreements
California has updated its non-competition law to give employees more freedom to work with competitors. This means that any agreements that restrict someone from working with a competitor in California are now invalid, except in limited cases.
Jury Selection in Litigation: Preparing for Voir Dire, Identifying Bias, and Leveraging Strikes
Commercial Litigation attorney Casey Erick recently presented a CLE on Jury Selection - including the elements of preparing for voir dire and getting to know prospective jurors.
Law Firm Fined by New York Attorney General for Data Breach
New York Attorney General Letitia James announced on March 27, 2023, that she had levied a fine against law firm Heidell, Pittoni, Murphy & Bach LLP for failing to secure […]
The Proposed “Workforce Mobility Act of 2023” and Non-Compete Agreements
In the proposed “Workforce Mobility Act of 2023,” another attempt has been made to ban non-compete agreements.
The Proposed “Workforce Mobility Act of 2023”
A bipartisan group of U.S. senators introduced the […]
Employer’s Monetary Incentive Programs May Forfeit FLSA Exemption
Some employers will try to incentivize employees to work for a set period of time by requiring repayment of money by the employee if he or she prematurely resigns. The […]
Uncertain Times Call for Stable Jobs
The U.S. News recently reported that the combined factors of a 2023 recession, decline in job growth, continued inflation, and higher interest rates – will likely culminate in pressure that […]
Risk Assessment and Arbitration – SCOTUS to Review Coinbase v. Bielski
The Supreme Court will decide if cases are stayed during arbitration appeals; companies’ risk assessments should consider this decision.
The Supreme Court granted certiorari in a case that has serious implications […]
Employer’s Illegal Pay Practices Result in $250K in DOL Wage and Damage Claims
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An employer’s illegal pay practices resulted in $250,000 in wage and damage claims by the US Department of Labor. The Oak Texas Bar LLC/Oak Texas […]
