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 […]
Texas to create new reporting and screening requirements for foster care workers
Excerpted from a Texas Tribune article by Sneha Dey A pair of bills that would prevent caretakers at foster care facilities from perpetuating abuse against children are making their way […]