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Lawsuit Against Restaurant for Alleged Assault by Security Guard Highlights Vicarious Liability
September 20, 2023
Lawsuit Against Restaurant for Alleged Assault by Security Guard Highlights Vicarious Liability

In a recent case that has brought attention to issues of workplace security and liability, a customer has filed a lawsuit against a restaurant after allegedly sustaining personal injuries caused by one of its security guards. This incident has raised

The Heightened Undue Hardship Test for Religious Accommodations: Analyzing the Impact of Groff v. DeJoy
September 19, 2023
The Heightened Undue Hardship Test for Religious Accommodations: Analyzing the Impact of Groff v. DeJoy

Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, employers are obligated to provide reasonable accommodations for their employees’ sincerely held religious beliefs unless it would result in undue hardship. In recent years, the burden of proving undue hardship

Texas Court of Appeals Compels Arbitration of Gross Negligence Claim, Excludes Workers’ Compensation Claim
September 19, 2023
Texas Court of Appeals Compels Arbitration of Gross Negligence Claim, Excludes Workers’ Compensation Claim

The Texas Workers’ Compensation Act (TWCA) provides death benefits for the surviving spouse of a deceased employee. However, in a recent case involving Rush Truck Centers of Texas, L.P., the surviving spouse filed a lawsuit alleging gross negligence by the

New York’s Wage Transparency Law: Ensuring Fair Pay and Equal Opportunities
September 19, 2023
New York’s Wage Transparency Law: Ensuring Fair Pay and Equal Opportunities

With New York’s new wage transparency law in full effect, HR professionals across the country must review their wage offerings to avoid fair pay or discrimination lawsuits. This article will delve into the requirements of the law, highlighting its impact

California Legislature passes bill requiring workplace violence prevention plans
September 19, 2023
California Legislature passes bill requiring workplace violence prevention plans

In a proactive move towards ensuring safer work environments, the California Legislature recently passed a bill aimed at preventing workplace violence. The legislation, known as SB 553, is set to take effect on January 1, 2025. It mandates that most

Unpacking Bill 799: Potential Game-Changer for Striking Workers’ Rights in California
September 18, 2023
Unpacking Bill 799: Potential Game-Changer for Striking Workers’ Rights in California

California lawmakers recently passed Bill 799, a groundbreaking piece of legislation that will make employees eligible for unemployment benefits while on strike. With this move, California joins the ranks of just three states that authorize unemployment benefits for workers engaged

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Lawsuit Against Restaurant for Alleged Assault by Security Guard Highlights Vicarious Liability
September 20, 2023
Lawsuit Against Restaurant for Alleged Assault by Security Guard Highlights Vicarious Liability

In a recent case that has brought attention to issues of workplace security and liability, a customer has filed a lawsuit against a restaurant after allegedly sustaining personal injuries caused by one of its security guards. This incident has raised

The Heightened Undue Hardship Test for Religious Accommodations: Analyzing the Impact of Groff v. DeJoy
September 19, 2023
The Heightened Undue Hardship Test for Religious Accommodations: Analyzing the Impact of Groff v. DeJoy

Under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, employers are obligated to provide reasonable accommodations for their employees’ sincerely held religious beliefs unless it would result in undue hardship. In recent years, the burden of proving undue hardship

Texas Court of Appeals Compels Arbitration of Gross Negligence Claim, Excludes Workers’ Compensation Claim
September 19, 2023
Texas Court of Appeals Compels Arbitration of Gross Negligence Claim, Excludes Workers’ Compensation Claim

The Texas Workers’ Compensation Act (TWCA) provides death benefits for the surviving spouse of a deceased employee. However, in a recent case involving Rush Truck Centers of Texas, L.P., the surviving spouse filed a lawsuit alleging gross negligence by the

New York’s Wage Transparency Law: Ensuring Fair Pay and Equal Opportunities
September 19, 2023
New York’s Wage Transparency Law: Ensuring Fair Pay and Equal Opportunities

With New York’s new wage transparency law in full effect, HR professionals across the country must review their wage offerings to avoid fair pay or discrimination lawsuits. This article will delve into the requirements of the law, highlighting its impact

California Legislature passes bill requiring workplace violence prevention plans
September 19, 2023
California Legislature passes bill requiring workplace violence prevention plans

In a proactive move towards ensuring safer work environments, the California Legislature recently passed a bill aimed at preventing workplace violence. The legislation, known as SB 553, is set to take effect on January 1, 2025. It mandates that most

Unpacking Bill 799: Potential Game-Changer for Striking Workers’ Rights in California
September 18, 2023
Unpacking Bill 799: Potential Game-Changer for Striking Workers’ Rights in California

California lawmakers recently passed Bill 799, a groundbreaking piece of legislation that will make employees eligible for unemployment benefits while on strike. With this move, California joins the ranks of just three states that authorize unemployment benefits for workers engaged

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