Texas joins growing number of states to ban natural hair discrimination

Excerpted from a Seyfarth Shaw LLP Blog by Linda Schoonmaker and Elizabeth Humphrey Natural hairstyles have become increasingly popular among Black Americans of both sexes. Despite their popularity, these hairstyles […]
Labor laws – Dave & Buster’s busted in Boston

News out of Boston last week noted Dave & Buster’s has agreed to pay more than $275,000 after being cited by Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Campbell for child labor and […]
DOL releases guidance on mental health accommodations for Mental Health Awareness Month

Excerpted from a Phelps Dunbar LLP Blog by Mark Fijman Mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder are covered under both the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and […]
Will a HIPAA violation show up on a background check?

Excerpted from a HIPAA Journal Blog by Steve Alder Whether or not a HIPAA violation will show up on a background check depends on the nature of the violation, the […]