Discarding McDonnell Douglas: A Shot Across the Bow From Justice Thomas
March 12, 2026
A recent US Supreme Court concurring opinion signals the potential for a seismic upheaval for employment litigators in Ohio and
Category: Employment Law
Navigating the Office: Effects of Marijuana Rescheduling Under the CSA
January 22, 2026
Last month, the Trump Administration directed the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to begin the process of “rescheduling”
Cuyahoga County Passes Ohio’s First CROWN Act: What Employees Need to Know
November 20, 2025
Last month, Cuyahoga County Council voted 10-1 to adopt the Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair (“CROWN”)
Navigating the Office: Can I Be Fired for My Speech?
October 16, 2025
Following the death of Charlie Kirk, there has been considerable discussion about what consequences properly follow an employee who speaks
Before You Accept: Questions to Ask About Your Job Offer
September 11, 2025
Congratulations! After months of job searching, submitting applications, stressing over cover letters, and preparing for interviews, you just got that
What Does Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services Mean for Your Business?
July 31, 2025
This past June, the United States Supreme Court issued its unanimous decision in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services,
New Pay Transparency Ordinance Passed in Cleveland
July 24, 2025
On April 30, 2025, the City of Cleveland passed a progressive Pay Transparency Ordinance (the “Ordinance”) aimed at reversing the
Navigating the Office: What Does “Cause” Mean?
March 20, 2025
In considering an offer letter or employment agreement, employees should look closely at what constitutes “cause” for employment termination. While
Navigating the Office: Is DEI Legal? Part 2
February 6, 2025
On January 16, 2025, this blog presciently posed the question: “Is DEI Legal?” Just before President Trump’s inauguration, I wrote
Navigating the Office: Is DEI Legal?
January 16, 2025
Legal issues arising outside the workplace can often directly affect workplace laws, especially regarding DEI initiatives. As many of us