Transgender individuals have long served in the U.S. military, often in silence due to policies that prohibited open service. It wasn’t until June 30, 2016, that the Department of Defense lifted the ban on transgender individuals serving openly, allowing them to serve in their affirmed gender. This policy shift marked
As temperatures continue to rise and extreme heat events become more common, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has extended its National Emphasis Program (NEP) on Outdoor and Indoor Heat-Related Hazards through April 8, 2026. Originally set to expire in 2025, this extension signals OSHA’s ongoing commitment to protecting
On April 23, 2025, President Donald Trump signed the executive order titled “Restoring Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy,” aiming to eliminate the federal government’s use of disparate-impact liability in civil rights enforcement. This legal doctrine, established by the Supreme Court in Griggs v. Duke Power Co. (1971), allows challenges to
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is one of the most significant pieces of civil rights legislation in American history. Signed into law in 1990, it prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life — including jobs, schools, transportation, and public and private places open to
In early 2025, federal contractors were hit with sweeping regulatory changes that mark a significant shift in how the government approaches affirmative action, diversity mandates, and labor standards. These developments stem from Executive Order 14173, signed in January, which reverses decades of policy under previous administrations. What Changed? One of
Every employee deserves to feel safe at work. But for too many people, that sense of security is disrupted by threats, harassment, or even physical violence. That’s why April is designated as Workplace Violence Awareness Month—a time to spotlight the issue, share resources, and empower both workers and employers to
Know your union organizing rights under the NLRA: what you can do, what employers cannot, how to start a union, and how to file a charge in time.
Federal law sets no immediate deadline for a final paycheck. Learn how state rules differ, what the check must include, and how to act if it is late.
Learn when U.S. employers use last chance agreements, what terms to review, which EEOC rights cannot be waived, and how employees and union reps can respond.
Learn how U.S. unpaid internship laws apply, what the seven factor test examines, how state rules differ, and where interns can seek remedies.
U.S. whistleblower retaliation laws set strict deadlines, sometimes just 30 days. Find the right agency, from OSHA to OSC or MSPB, and preserve evidence.
Learn who qualifies for COBRA, what coverage may cost, and how long it lasts. Use DOL and CMS rules to compare Marketplace options before choosing.
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