New England Biz Law Update

A federal court has vacated portions of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) guidance on harassment protections for LGBTQ+ employees.

Three federal agencies have announced a pause on enforcing new regulations under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA).

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has instructed its field staff to cease enforcement of the Biden-era independent contractor rule that took effect in March 2024.

A bipartisan effort to establish a more unified approach to paid family leave across the U.S. is gaining momentum in Congress, potentially addressing one of the most significant gaps in American employee benefits.

Fourteen attorneys general have sued to challenge the Trump administration’s declaration of an “energy emergency.”

A recent decision from the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has offered new guidance on when employers can compel arbitration for sexual harassment claims.

A recent executive order changes the enforcement landscape for English proficiency among commercial drivers.

In late April, President Donald Trump signed an executive order that directs federal agencies to eliminate the use of disparate-impact liability in civil rights enforcement to the maximum extent permitted by law.

An employer did not violate the Americans with Disabilities Act by requiring an employee to provide additional documentation supporting her disability-related work restrictions, the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled.

The Federal Trade Commission’s sweeping rule to ban most employee noncompete agreements nationwide remains in limbo amid leadership changes and ongoing legal challenges.