Tag: employment law

Executive Order Seeks to Eliminate Disparate Impact Liability in Title VI & VII Enforcement Actions

​On April 23, 2025 (the “Effective Date”), President Trump issued an executive order entitled “Restoring Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy” (the “Executive Order”) concerning the disparate impact liability that has been employed in discrimination enforcement actions and lawsuits. Disparate impact involves imposing a theory of discrimination liability when a practice, neutral on its face (and no intent […]

Code of Conduct in the Workplace

There are many reasons an organization may consider implementing a code of conduct in the workplace. Some companies are subject to regulations that make it a requirement, but good codes of conduct are more than just a compliance tool; they can also be a cornerstone of a positive and productive workplace culture. For organizations of […]