Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper signed a bill into law last week that provides recourse against discrimination to workers at companies that employ fewer than 15 people....more
5/13/2013 - Discrimination Employer Liability Issues Frivolous Lawsuits Small Business
The New Mexico Supreme Court heard arguments last week over whether a photographer can refuse to take pictures of a same-sex wedding....more
3/20/2013 - Civil Rights Act Discrimination First Amendment Free Exercise Public Accommodation Sexual Orientation
A former Los Angeles police officer has settled a lawsuit against the department for anti-gay discrimination and retaliation for $1.5 million and an agreement to turn in his badge. Sgt. Ronald Crump sued his employer in...more
1/25/2013 - Anti-Gay Discrimination EEOC FEHA Harassment Hostile Environment LAPD Retaliation Settlement
Former service members who were honorably discharged from the military under the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy are now eligible for full separation pay, thanks to a recent court settlement. The American Civil Liberties...more
1/18/2013 - ACLU Class Action Discrimination Don't Ask - Don't Tell Homosexuality Honorable Discharge Military Service Members Separation Pay
Lawmakers in Illinois and Rhode Island are set to consider same-sex marriage bills early this year, which could make them the 10th and 11th states to bring marriage equality to their residents. Illinois fell just short...more
1/10/2013 - Discrimination Gender Discrimination Marriage Equality Same-Sex Marriage
The Supreme Court on Nov. 26 heard arguments in a case that could redefine who is considered a supervisor in the workplace for legal purposes. The ruling could have far-reaching effects, because the broader the definition of...more
12/4/2012 - Discrimination Employer Liability Issues Racial Discrimination Supervisors Title VII
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