In recent years, federal courts have consistently sided with workers who have run out of leave and still need more time off before returning to work. However, there is a limit to how much time the disabled employee can take off.

Lucas had been serving as acting chair since the beginning of the second Trump administration in January, presiding over an agency that does not have a quorum and cannot conduct substantial business until another commissioner is confirmed.

• How to draft and implement a legally sound social media policy that protects your organization while respecting employee rights.
• What the NLRB says about employee speech online — and when you can or cannot take disciplinary action.
• A step-by-step approach for handling viral social media incidents, from internal investigations to external communications.
• Real-world examples of social media crises and how HR either resolved or escalated the situation.
• Best practices to train managers and employees on responsible, policy-aligned social media use.

One in five companies has eliminated DEI programs, and another 10% have scaled back investments. These changes are largely driven by political pressures, with 74% of decision-makers citing the shift in climate as the primary reason for reductions.

Can we talk about requesting FMLA for mental health needs and if there are any specific requirements for approval for this type of leave request?

New Hampshire recently passed an entirely new unpaid leave law, while Maryland has again delayed implementation of its own.

Progressive discipline plans are great for correcting the behavior of employees in whom you have invested time and money and getting them back on track. But always leave yourself an “out” for those cases when retaining the worker just doesn’t make sense.

The EEOC and the Department of Justice have been stamping out diversity, equity and inclusion programs in federal contractors’ and even private employers’ employment policies. New guidance from the DOJ for federal contractors clarifies how antidiscrimination laws apply to programs or initiatives involving discriminatory practices, including DEI programs.

A recently filed EEOC lawsuit provides a timely reminder for employers regarding the religious accommodations process and why you must not ignore a now-two-year-old Supreme Court religious accommodation case involving time off for religious services.

OSHA’s Safe + Sound Week, taking place August 11–17, offers a national platform to recognize progress in workplace safety while providing fresh ideas for building healthier, more resilient organizations.