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Supreme Court to Weigh Religion vs. LGBTQ Rights

The Supreme Court is expected to rule on whether a website designer can legally refuse services for same-sex weddings. If the Court rules in the website designer’s favor, it could affect employment laws across the nation, allowing employers to discriminate in accordance with their religious beliefs. Case background and legal implications Lorie Smith, who owns Read More

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Supreme Court Expected to Rule on Affirmative Action

The Supreme Court is expected to rule on two high-profile affirmative action cases in higher education. Experts suggest that this could affect how employers handle their diversity initiatives. Cases before the court The Supreme Court heard cases against Harvard University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in late October 2022. They were Read More

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Ex-Fiat Chrysler Worker’s Suit Revived in the Sixth Circuit

Last November, the Sixth Circuit revived a former Fiat Chrysler employee’s suit. The employee claimed that he was fired for taking off time from work, in order to manage his mental health conditions. He claimed that he had provided adequate notice under the FMLA, and his firing was unjust. Case background Edward Render worked in Read More

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A Florida Koozie Maker Settles COVID-19 Layoff Case for Over $350,000

The COVID-19 pandemic led to a lot of layoffs, including those at Scribe Opco Inc., also known as the Koozie Group. 212 employees from the Florida and Minnesota plants were laid off at the beginning of the pandemic, and sought compensation from the company. Case background Former Koozie Group employee and class representative Eric Jones Read More

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Former Chicken of the Sea Employee Claims She Was Fired in Retaliation for Reporting Misconduct

A former Chicken of the Sea employee has filed a complaint in Georgia federal court, alleging that she was fired from her HR position when she questioned misappropriation of ERISA-governed benefit funds. Case background Leah Thomas, a human resources employee for Chicken of the Sea, says she was fired after she reported possible issues with Read More

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A Quick Guide to Coronavirus Whistleblowing

The COVID-19 pandemic brought about a lot of change—and ample opportunities for fraud and misconduct. If you know of coronavirus-related misconduct, consider alerting the government. Not only are there protections in place for whistleblowers, but many programs incentivize tips with monetary awards. Here’s a quick guide to coronavirus whistleblowing. Which statutes and programs apply? Depending Read More

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Whistleblower Protection Programs in the United States

Whistleblowers are one of the most effective tools against corporate or government fraud and misconduct. There are many programs available, which not only provide protection against retaliation, but may also provide rewards for speaking up. Here are some of the programs currently available. False Claims Act The Department of Justice uses the FCA to prosecute Read More

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Georgia County Under Scrutiny Due to ‘Abhorrent’ Misconduct

Bartow County, Georgia is facing a lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) after its HR department failed to stop “abhorrent” misconduct, and racially harassed the employee who reported the initial problem. Case background A Bartow County employee reported that a coworker had used a racial slur in a text message to him. Shortly Read More

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The City of Shreveport Is Facing a Whistleblower Lawsuit

The city of Shreveport, Louisiana is facing a whistleblower lawsuit. Former City of Shreveport Controller Ben Hebert filed an action against the city for wrongful termination, claiming it happened because he refused to violate state and city laws. Case background Ben Hebert was a City of Shreveport Controller in 2021. He claims that he was Read More

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Healthcare Facility Who Fired Worker for Anxiety Disorder Violated the ADA

Recently, a Nashville healthcare and rehabilitation facility was found to have violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), after firing her for her anxiety disorder. A jury awarded the worker $6,000 in compensatory damages. Case background The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed a complaint against the facility in January 2018, alleging that the facility Read More

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