Gun reform: How employers can protect employees from workplace violence

Excerpted from a Hall Benefits Law Blog Congress recently passed the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, or gun reform legislation, that President Biden has now signed into law. Portions of this […]
Congress passes bill to end forced arbitration in sexual misconduct cases

As we write, a bill that prohibits mandatory arbitration of sexual assault and sexual harassment claims is traveling from the House and Senate to President Biden’s desk for his signature. […]
Law requires background checks for court-appointed advocates

Excerpted from The Ada News By Eric Swanson A new law requiring an additional background check for people who want to become advocates is a major step forward for the […]
Indiana Senate advances public library background check bill

Excerpted from a Tristate Homepage story by Brett Allega Indiana state senators have passed a bill dealing with how public libraries handle criminal background checks. Senate Bill 64, co-authored by […]