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OFCCP Raises Jurisdictional Thresholds Under Two Equal Employment Opportunity Mandates

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Key Highlights - Under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act (Section 503) (extending protection to individuals with disabilities), the basic coverage threshold increased from $15,000 to $20,000....more

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A Settlement That Remains Unsettled: Title IX Challenges to House v. NCAA NIL Settlement Surge On

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In June, Judge Claudia Wilken of the United States District Court for the Northern District of California approved an unprecedented $2.8 billion settlement in the class action antitrust lawsuit House v. NCAA, a major...more

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EEOC Pursues DEI Enforcement in Federal Court

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (“DEI”) took center stage just over ten months ago when President Donald Trump signed a series of DEI-related executive orders, including Executive Order 14173, which terminated most federal...more

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Top Five Considerations for Supplier Contracts

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Internationally, businesses face growing regulatory and reputational pressure to modernise supplier contracts by embedding responsible procurement and ongoing supply chain due diligence practices. ...more

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Higher Education Litigation Summary: December 3, 2025

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Thompson Coburn’s Higher Education Litigation Summary is your resource for legal updates on key rulings and ongoing cases shaping the higher education sector. This installment covers updates related to Gainful Employment, the...more

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Paying Remote Workers Less May Heighten Legal Risks

Companies rely on hybrid and remote work arrangements to boost their recruiting and retention rates, but they may encounter legal pitfalls if they pay remote workers less than their in-office counterparts for performing...more

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Age Equity in the Workplace: Strengthening Compliance Under the ADEA

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Age discrimination is one of the most overlooked compliance risks facing employers today. As organizations work to build equitable, data-driven HR practices, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA) remains a...more

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The Fallout of Shrinking Special Education Funding

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As public school districts approach the end of the fiscal year, the financial strain on special education programs is impossible to ignore. Across the country, administrators are sounding the alarm that a decrease in...more

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Additional notice required for discrimination claims against public employers in Oklahoma

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Employers are likely familiar with the administrative deadlines associated with discrimination claims. Depending on the nature of the claims and where they arise, employees generally have either 180 or 300 days to submit a...more

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Cosmic Justice: Equal Representation in the Space Law Policy

In a 2009 interview, Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg famously said, “Women belong in all places where decisions are being made.” Although she was probably considering institutions on Earth, her words resonate well beyond our...more

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Pennsylvania Prohibits Hairstyle Discrimination in New CROWN Act

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On November 25, 2025, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed the Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair (CROWN) Act into law. The CROWN Act prohibits discrimination based on hairstyles and head coverings...more

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EEOC Chair Discusses Illegal DEI Agency Priorities Post Shutdown

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Blog Overview: EEOC Chair Andrea Lucas recently sat down with David Fortney of Fortney Scott to discuss EEOC's new quorum, data collection, and illegal DEI. DCI discusses the key takeaways for employers....more

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N.C. Court of Appeals Vacates Conviction for Disrupting an Official Meeting

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In State v. Barthel, the N.C. Court of Appeals vacated William Barthel’s convictions of disrupting an official meeting and resisting a public officer. At a special meeting of the Avery County Board of Commissioners,...more

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Cuts to a Little-Known U.S. Agency Undermine the Global Fight Against Forced Labor

For several decades, the United States has strengthened its efforts to stringently enforce anti-trafficking statutes at home with practical partnerships to prevent forced labor abroad. The United States’ commitments to...more

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California’s 2025 Employment Law Changes

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California enacted several new employment laws in 2025, including enhanced penalties for wage and hour violations, expanded pay data reporting requirements, broadened sexual harassment protections, stronger pay equity and...more

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Anti-American bias in the spotlight: EEOC targets immigration related employment practices

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The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has issued new materials highlighting unlawful anti-American bias under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. While national origin discrimination has long been prohibited, the...more

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DOL–EEOC Partnership Expands Coordinated Enforcement on National Origin Discrimination Under ‘Project Firewall’

On November 24, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a formal partnership with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) under Project Firewall to intensify enforcement against employers engaging...more

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[Webinar] Title IX Litigation Update (Free Title IX In Focus Series) - December 15th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CT

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What are the courts saying these days about Title IX? Join Bricker Graydon Higher Education attorneys for a one-hour webinar, as they break down current trends to help your Title IX team stay compliant....more

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Stay Ahead of the Curve: Essential Employment Law Updates for Retailers in 2026

In today’s rapidly evolving legal landscape, staying informed about changes in employment laws is crucial for employers. Recent updates across the nation have introduced significant shifts that impact workplace policies,...more

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OFCCP Updates Veteran and Disability Jurisdictional Thresholds for Federal Contractors

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As of October 1, 2025, the jurisdictional thresholds for two key regulations impacting federal contractors—the Rehabilitation Act (Section 503) and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA)—have...more

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Challenge to Mandatory Retirement Age for New York Judges Rejected

On November 24, 2025, Manhattan Supreme Court Justice Lyle Frank denied a request by state court judges to invalidate New York State’s mandatory retirement age for judges.  The plaintiffs are all sitting Justices of the New...more

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Bringing Sexy Back? Italy Says No, for Now - Published by Kattison Avenue | Issue 15

Italian parliament debates free expression and the protection of civil rights in advertising - Is banning a sexually suggestive ad considered viewpoint discrimination, or a defense of women's civil rights? In October,...more

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Fourth Circuit Revives Religious Discrimination Claims Grounded in Terminations for Violating Employer’s COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate

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Last week, the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit reversed the dismissal of religious discrimination claims brought by two former employees of the Humane Society of the United States who were terminated for...more

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Fifty Years of IDEA

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Fifty years ago, millions of children with disabilities were excluded from public education. Today, how far have we come—and where do we go next? ...more

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EEOC Powered Up: How Employers Can Level Up

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The EEOC is back on track, with a restored quorum, funding, and a well-defined agenda that aligns with the current administration’s policies. As the agency embarks on new policy initiatives, resumes rulemaking, and works to...more

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