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
Tag: Employment
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
A Seat at the Table: Accommodations for Restaurant Employees
May 9, 2024
Nearly all employers are legally required to provide reasonable accommodation for employees with disabilities. But the restaurant industry is unique
NLRB Restricts Non-Disclosure and Non-Disparagement Clause Use in Severance Agreements
February 27, 2023
The National Labor Relations Board (the “Board”) has published a decision concluding that an employer violated the law when it
FTC Proposes Rule Banning Noncompete Agreements
January 10, 2023
On January 5, the Federal Trade Commission (the “FTC”) published a proposed rule that would—if it becomes effective—ban the use
Artificial Intelligence in Employment Processes
June 9, 2022
Employers are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence—or software designed to simulate human intelligence—to help recruit and hire new employees. Some
Age Discrimination Evidence That Employees Should Watch For
May 12, 2022
Despite 55 years since the passage of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, some employers still engage in blatant age
LEGAL ADVISORY: Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act
February 10, 2022
On February 10, 2022, the United States Senate joined the House of Representatives to pass the Ending Forced Arbitration of
LEGAL ADVISORY: Supreme Court Blocks Enforcement of OSHA ETS
January 20, 2022
In early November, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) issued an emergency temporary standard (ETS), requiring that businesses with
Key Takeaways for Employers After Aaron Rodgers’ Misleading Comments About His Vaccination Status
November 11, 2021
On November 3, 2021, news broke that one of the NFL’s most recognizable names, Aaron Rodgers, had tested positive for