by Stephen D. Hans | Jan 15, 2026 | Governor Signs Bill Prohibiting Workplace Retaliation
New Law Bans Punitive Actions against Workers Who Request Reasonable Accommodations Under federal law, individuals with certain disabilities have the right to request “reasonable accommodations” to allow them to be gainfully employed. Unfortunately, some employers...
by Stephen D. Hans | Oct 20, 2025 | Labor Law
National Labor Relations Board Files Suit to Limit Scope of State Law Governor Kathy Hochul signed a new law that seeks to expand the jurisdiction of the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB). The new statute, intended primarily as a stopgap measure, allows the...
by Stephen D. Hans | Oct 8, 2025 | Employment Defense Attorney
One Big Beautiful Bill Act Changes Rules for Tax-Exempt Entities The 2025 federal fiscal bill, which went into effect on July 4, contains significant changes in tax law and policy for tax-exempt organizations. Among the specific provisions contained in the bill are:...
by Stephen D. Hans | Oct 1, 2025 | Disability Discrimination
Rule Would Have Ended Exemption for Workers with Disabilities In an effort to provide more employment opportunities for workers with disabilities, the U.S. Department of Labor has long had a rule in place, called the “Employment of Workers With Disabilities Under...
by Stephen D. Hans | Sep 12, 2025 | Managing Employee Performance
Best Practices When Managing an Employee Who Has Requested Leave, Sought Workplace Accommodations or Filed Any Type of Complaint As an employer, it’s imperative that you take timely action when employees are not meeting expectations. However, when you have an...
