In June, the U.S. Supreme Court “clarified” the Title VII standard that covered employers must consider and use when handling employee religious accommodation requests.  The decision, in a case called Groff v. DeJoy, will change how courts assess religious accommodation cases.  That means employers who want to win in court (and who doesn’t?) need to […]

Miller Johnson attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Sarah Willey look beyond the headlines of the lawsuit against Lizzo to help you learn about several hot topics, including the allegations of sexualizing the workplace. You can also listen to this and future episodes by subscribing to the “Lawyers Off the Clock” podcast on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Google […]

Non-competition agreements (also known as non-competes) have been a tool used by employers since America’s founding. Non-competes prohibit employees from working for a competing employer or engaging in other competitive activities, such as starting a competitive business, within a certain geographic area during their employment and for a period of time after their employment ends. […]

Miller Johnson attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Sarah Willey discuss how U.S. Supreme Court rulings on religious accommodations and affirmative action impact employers. You can also listen to this and future episodes by subscribing to the “Lawyers Off the Clock” podcast on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts

If you’re like me, seeing back-to-school supplies hit store shelves the second the clock strikes midnight on the 5th of July is bitter sweet.  I realize just how quickly the summer of Barbenheimer has flown by and that I need to savor every last minute. But, I also start to look forward to all things […]

Miller Johnson attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Sarah Willey discuss why employers should look at their rules after the passing of two new Michigan laws: The Michigan CROWN Act and distracted driver law related to smartphones. You can also listen to this and future episodes by subscribing to the “Lawyers Off the Clock” podcast on: Apple […]