In a landmark decision that has sent ripples through corporate and educational sectors, the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals recently revived a hostile work environment claim in Chislett v. N.Y.C. Dep’t of Educ., where a White former educator alleged racial bias stemming from mandatory diversity,
What happens when the federal guardian of workplace fairness steps back from the courtroom? In 2025, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed a mere 93 lawsuits, marking a historic low in its fight against discrimination, leaving employers, employees, and legal experts
Extreme heat has emerged as a formidable threat in workplaces across the United States, silently contributing to thousands of injuries each year and transforming both outdoor and indoor environments into potential hazard zones. A landmark study published in Environmental Health by researchers from
As we dive into the complex landscape of labor and employment law under President Donald Trump’s second term, I’m thrilled to sit down with Sofia Khaira, a renowned specialist in diversity, equity, and inclusion. With her deep expertise in helping businesses navigate talent management and foster
In a move that could fundamentally alter the landscape of skilled immigration in the United States, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has unveiled a provocative proposal to revamp the H-1B visa selection process, a critical pathway for foreign professionals in high-demand fields like
Introduction to Religious Discrimination at Apple Imagine a dedicated employee, after 16 years of service at a globally renowned company, finding their job at risk simply for adhering to their faith, a scenario that unfolds in a recent lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity
