Employment Law

EEOC Enforcement, Transgender Protections, and the Big Beautiful Bill: What Employers Must Do Now

December 12, 2025 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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The legal landscape for employers is shifting quickly, and recent developments show that compliance cannot be an afterthought. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (“EEOC”) is sharpening its approach to religious accommodation requests and clarifying its stance on transgender protections under Title VII. At the same time, Congress’s Big Beautiful Bill (“BBB”), enacted on July 4, […]

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AI Hiring Tools Under Legal Scrutiny: Lessons for Employers

November 21, 2025 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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Artificial intelligence is now deeply embedded in hiring and employment practices, from resume screening and candidate ranking to performance management and even termination decisions. As these tools proliferate, courts and regulators are paying closer attention to how AI affects real people and real careers. Recent lawsuits, including Mobley v. Workday, Inc. and Harper v. Sirius […]

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DOJ Issues New Guidance on Antidiscrimination Laws and DEI Practices for Federal Contractors

September 06, 2025 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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The Department of Justice (“DOJ”) recently issued new guidance clarifying how federal antidiscrimination laws, including Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, apply to federal contractors that receive federal funds. This guidance implements Executive Order 14173, “Ending Illegal Discrimination and Restoring Merit-Based Opportunity,” and represents a significant shift in how […]

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New DOL Guidance Limits Liquidated Damages in FLSA Audits: What Employers Should Know

August 11, 2025 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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In a significant development for wage and hour enforcement, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division (“WHD”) announced that it will no longer pursue liquidated damages in administrative enforcement proceedings under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”). This change, issued on June 27, 2025, in Field Assistance Bulletin (“FAB”) 2025-3, signals a narrowed […]

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Florida Noncompete Law 2025: CHOICE Act Brings Major Changes

July 08, 2025 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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On July 3, 2025, Florida officially enacted the CHOICE Act, short for the Contracts Honoring Opportunity, Investment, Confidentiality, and Economic Growth Act. While much of the country moves toward limiting or banning noncompete agreements, Florida has taken the starkly different approach of strengthening the enforceability of noncompete agreements, particularly for high-earning employees and independent contractors. […]

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What the Supreme Court’s Ruling in Trump v. CASA Means for Employment Law

June 30, 2025 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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The Supreme Court’s June 27, 2025, decision in Trump v. CASA, Inc. (2025 WL 1773631) has shaken the foundation of federal district court injunction power, particularly universal or nationwide injunctions that halt enforcement of laws and regulations far beyond the plaintiffs bringing suit. For employment law practitioners, this development could have sweeping implications, particularly regarding […]

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Best Practices for Conducting Effective Workplace Investigations

June 19, 2025 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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In today’s workplace, addressing misconduct promptly and fairly is essential for maintaining employee morale and mitigating legal risk. A well-conducted workplace investigation can mean the difference between resolving an issue internally or facing a costly and reputation-risking lawsuit. The lawyers at Hoyer Law Group have worked with organizations of all sizes, navigating everything from isolated […]

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Florida’s New Noncompete Law: What Executives and Key Employees Need to Know

April 30, 2025 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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Florida is changing the rules around noncompete agreements—and if you’re a high-earning executive, sales professional, or partner in a closely held business, the new law could dramatically impact your career mobility. On April 24, 2025, the Florida Legislature passed HB 1219, known as the Florida Contracts Honoring Opportunity, Investment, Confidentiality, and Economic Growth (CHOICE) Act. […]

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Executive Order Eliminating Disparate-Impact Liability: What It Means for Employees and Employers

April 25, 2025 | Posted By: Hoyer Law Group, PLLC

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On April 23, 2025, the White House issued a sweeping Executive Order aimed at eliminating the use of disparate-impact liability across the federal government. Titled “Restoring Equality of Opportunity and Meritocracy,” the Order articulates a sharp departure from previous enforcement mechanisms in civil rights law, especially as they pertain to employment and anti-discrimination practices. A […]

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Federal Workers Under Fire: What You Need to Know and How a Federal Employee Attorney Can Help

February 28, 2025 | Posted By: Emma Doull

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In early 2025, millions of federal employees received a jarring email: (1) resign now, and you’ll get paid through September, or (2) prepare to be fired based on changing standards. The message, titled “Fork in the Road,” came from the Office of Personnel Management (“OPM”) under the direction of the Trump administration. It promised up […]

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Understanding Wrongful Termination for Federal Employees

December 03, 2024 | Posted By: Jessica Hoyer Estes

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As a federal employee, you enjoy strong job protections, but wrongful termination can still happen. This guide helps you understand what wrongful termination means for federal workers and explains what actions you can take if you’re fired unlawfully. If your employer suddenly terminates you without a valid reason, you need to understand your rights and […]

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Is Federal Disability Retirement Hard to Get?

November 26, 2024 | Posted By: Jessica Hoyer Estes

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Obtaining federal disability retirement can be complex, particularly if you are not familiar with the process. In order to receive Federal Disability Retirement benefits, you must clearly show how your condition affects your ability to perform your job as a federal employee. The process can be complicated and has many steps, with potential obstacles along […]

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