Updates
Roque v. Octapharma Plasma, Inc.: $11 Million Verdict in Employment Discrimination Case Despite the Absence of Economic Damages for Wages/Benefits
Employers beware. In Roque v. Octapharma Plasma Inc., a California jury delivered an award of over $11 million to an individual plaintiff in an employment discrimination case despite the absence of economic damages for wages and benefits.
The DEI Dilemma: Should Employers Cut Back on DEI Programs?
Shortly after taking office, President Trump issued an executive order, Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity (EO), to eliminate the "illegal" diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies of federal agencies and government contractors. This EO also has important implications for employers in the private sector.
Understanding the Impact of Trump's Executive Orders on Independent Schools
During the first days of President Trump's second term of office, he issued executive orders rescinding many Biden-era executive orders and addressing a wide range of initiatives and issues that were a focus of his election campaign.
Attorney Spotlight
Emily Tortora: President Trump's recent executive orders—and the flurry of related memoranda and letters from various federal agencies—have placed (or caused) a direct focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Uncertainty abounds. In this climate, employers would be wise to consult employment counsel, who can review any diversity-related policies and practices for compliance and help assess risk.
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About the Labor and Employment Group
The national, 40-person Labor and Employment team at Venable provides guidance and support across the full spectrum of workplace dynamics – helping employers control costs, avoid disputes, and defend themselves when litigation arises. As co-editors of this newsletter, Michael Volpe and Allison Gotfried invite you to share the content with your colleagues and reach out with any questions.