Helping Employers in Employment Law Matters and Labor Relations
TV shows like Suits or Law and Order necessarily make practicing law dramatic–even juicy! When we tell people we are employment lawyers, we often get blank stares. But boy oh boy, workplace law is endlessly varied. What makes employment law so … Read More
We frequently receive a call with a question about an employee’s FMLA (or other leave). While the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is not part of the original question, it is often the answer. The ADA is a common issue … Read More
Social media, the Pandora’s box where everyone’s opinion on everything is visible anytime, is unavoidable. The sharing of opinions (often strongly held) creates a challenge for employers when opposing views spill into the workplace. The good news? With the right … Read More
With human oversight and thoughtful use, AI is great time saver for many business functions. A new or updated employee handbook is not one of them. While the promise of AI-generated employment handbooks sounds appealing, these automated documents create more … Read More
While some protections under Title VII have been undermined, religious accommodation has become a focal point. Here is how: The Supreme Court raised the bar for an employer to deny a request from the low “de minimus cost” to the … Read More
Regardless of our race, color, sex, national origin, or religion—we all age. And bias against older workers is rampant. According to the AARP, approximately 2/3 of workers 50 plus have seen or experienced age discrimination in the workplace. At the … Read More
The workplace landscape is changing as fast as the seasons. So. Many. Leaves. With the absence of a uniform federal response, a variety of leaves are emerging at the state level. How to keep it straight? We’re here to help … Read More
At Foley & Foley, PC, we’re seeing a surge in employment law issues stemming from AI implementation. The best way to harness this: Human supervision and a strong AI policy and process. We have reviewed the commonly discussed risks but here … Read More
Joining the ranks of several other states, Massachusetts’ pay transparency law will go into effect October 29, 2025. The bill was signed into law July 2024, with 15 months for organizations to prepare. Yeah, that went by quickly. WHO: Public … Read More
Every good HR professional knows a medical exam must be job-related and consistent with business necessity. To reject or terminate a person for a medical condition, it must be shown that the employee could not perform essential job functions. But … Read More
Will AI help us or destroy us? So much drama! Generative AI will be the end of the world. AI is is a mass-delusion and making people feel “like they’re losing it.” As usual, the truth is somewhere in between. … Read More