The US Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit vacated and remanded a 2024 National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruling that found Home Depot violated the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) by prohibiting an employee from wearing a “Black Lives Matter” (BLM) insignia on his apron during working hours.
On February 21, 2024, the NLRB
On May 19, 2025, U.S. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche issued a memorandum launching the “Civil Rights Fraud Initiative” (the “CRFI”). The CRFI outlines how individuals can pursue claims against federally funded organizations that knowingly violate federal civil rights laws through the use of the False Claims Act (“FCA”).
I. Overview of the False Claims
As winter turns to spring, the NCAA men’s and women’s college basketball tournaments are in full swing. March Madness is often viewed as an excellent way to build team spirit in the workplace — a little friendly competition never hurts anyone … right?
Impact on Workplace Productivity
There is a stigma that March Madness detrimentally
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The season’s greetings provide us with time to gather and reflect on the accomplishments and triumphs of ourselves and our peers. With a season so festive and spirits so bright, let’s not have legal nightmares keeping you up at night. You gather as co-workers, friends, and colleagues,