Thorough, prompt investigative action—properly documented—remains an employer’s strongest shield against hostile work environment, discrimination, and retaliation claims and can be outcome‑determinative in litigation.
Yesterday, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) announced that it is reinstating its 2020 rule governing when a company may be considered a joint employer under federal labor law. Separately, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a proposed rule yesterday that would make it easier for workers to be classified as independent contractors, especially for companies relying on so-called “gig” workers.
The Michigan Office of Special Education (MDE‑OSE) has released a new round of guidance updates covering several important areas of special education practice.
On February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court held that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (“IEEPA”) does not authorize the President to impose tariffs.
The USPTO is increasing first action pendency (the time from filing to first office action) in PPH applications.
The federal government will soon be, yet again, scrutinizing school district websites / online platforms to ensure compliance with accessibility standards. Premised on new regulations adopted in June 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice (“DOJ”) now requires public school districts to make their websites and mobile apps accessible for people with disabilities. Districts must follow the WCAG 2.1 […]
Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed House Bill 4141 and Senate Bill 495 on February 10, 2026. Collectively, this amends the Revised School Code, specifically MCL 380.1303a, to require a school district’s board of education to adopt a policy prohibiting students from using a wireless communications device during instructional time effective for the 2026-2027 school year. While […]
Since April 2023, official USPTO patents are electronic rather than paper, and the USPTO has automatically mailed a ceremonial-only paper copy of each patent.
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced the lottery registration period for fiscal year 2027 H-1B cap-subject petitions will open March 4, 2026 at 12 p.m. EST and is scheduled to end March 19, 2026 at 12 p.m. EST.
On January 27, 2026, the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) adopted a substantial change to its eligibility rules, allowing—for the first time—Michigan high school student-athletes to monetize their own name, image, and likeness (NIL) through personal branding activities (PBA). The rule is effective immediately for all MHSAA member schools. This makes Michigan the 46th state to authorize NIL opportunities for high school student-athletes.
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