Upending nearly 30 years of precedent, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit’s recent ruling in Hamilton v. Dallas County makes it easier for employees to challenge perceived workplace discrimination going forward. The resulting uncertainty in the law will likely lead to more lawsuits challenging “non-ultimate” employment decisions based on policies and practices that employees perceive to be discriminatory and fewer grants of motions to dismiss or for summary judgment.
Biden Administration Directs OSHA to Mandate Vaccines and Testing
The president’s recent mandate brings more questions than answers and will almost certainly be met with legal challenges. But employers should anticipate a rollout within the coming weeks and prepare accordingly.