Amnesty International has accused Israel of implementing a deliberate policy of starvation against Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. The organization asserts that the severe hunger and disease afflicting Gaza are not incidental outcomes of military operations but the result of intentional actions designed to inflict conditions leading to the physical destruction of the Palestinian population….
The United Nations Syria Commission of Inquiry has recently emphasized the critical need for accountability and transparency concerning the violence that erupted in coastal and western central Syria in March 2025. According to the commission, the reported violence may rise to the level of war crimes, demanding immediate attention and action to restore public trust…
In a significant decision, a federal appeals court has rejected an attempt by a former University of Denver law student to revive a lawsuit alleging disability discrimination. The student, who reported multiple disabilities, claimed that the university failed to provide necessary accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The former student, who had both…
In a recent legal maneuver, The Driscoll Firm PC sought dismissal of a lawsuit filed by a former paralegal alleging wrongful termination following her cancer recurrence. The firm argued before a North Carolina federal court that the complaint did not provide sufficient grounds for a violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The firm…
The American Bar Association (ABA) is set to deliberate on several pivotal resolutions during its upcoming Annual Meeting, reflecting the organization’s commitment to addressing pressing issues within the legal profession and society at large. One significant proposal under consideration is the revision of the ABA’s Board of Governors’ composition. The current policy reserves five seats…
The ongoing case concerning the alleged disability discrimination faced by a worker is poised to become a pivotal discussion point as it heads to the First Circuit Court of Appeals. The plaintiff’s counsel, Andrew Rozynski of Eisenberg & Baum, has confirmed that an appeal will be filed, highlighting what is perceived as a legal oversight…
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit recently ruled that a jury should assess a rail company’s interpretation of a medical report concerning a worker’s alleged disability, thereby reviving a discrimination claim. The decision underscores the complex interplay between corporate medical assessments and disability rights under U.S. law. The plaintiff, an employee of…
An ex-associate has initiated legal proceedings against a major law firm, alleging disability discrimination and retaliation, in a case that underscores ongoing challenges in ensuring inclusive workplaces. According to Bloomberg Law, the lawsuit claims that the firm failed to provide reasonable accommodations following the associate’s diagnosis of a disability, and subsequently retaliated against them for…
UN human rights experts have heightened calls for Pakistan to urgently address and repeal its contentious blasphemy laws, urging comprehensive measures to protect religious minorities such as the Ahmadiyya Muslims. The appeal echoes long-standing concerns about Pakistan’s religious intolerance and the violence it incites. Experts highlight alarming patterns of extrajudicial killings, arbitrary arrests, and assaults…
A legal battle has erupted over eye-control technology in the assistive devices market, as a Washington-based company has filed a lawsuit against a German firm, accusing it of misappropriating patented technology designed for wheelchair users. This innovative technology allows individuals to control powered wheelchairs by simply looking at a screen, a pivotal advancement for those…
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against the law firm Phillips Nizer LLP, alleging disability discrimination and retaliation. The complaint, lodged in the Southern District of New York, accuses the firm of unjustly terminating the employee due to medical conditions that limited her ability to work and for seeking accommodations. The plaintiff, who worked…
In a legal battle drawing attention to workplace disability rights, former Grammarly Vice President Laura Hibben has filed a lawsuit accusing the communication technology company of disability discrimination and wrongful termination. Hibben’s 19-page complaint raises critical concerns about the obligations businesses have under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act to accommodate mental health conditions…
A coalition of nonprofit organizations is seeking judicial intervention to prevent the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) from terminating over $820 million in grants during the pendency of an appeal. The nonprofits argue that the abrupt cancellation of these funds jeopardizes critical public safety initiatives and undermines the communities they serve. In April 2025, the…
The UK’s escalating adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in its digital welfare system has sparked significant human rights concerns, according to Amnesty International. Their recent report, titled “Too Much Technology, Not Enough Empathy,” critically examines the impact of the Department for Work and Pensions’ (DWP) drive to digitize welfare schemes such as Universal Credit (UC)…
A federal judge has dismissed a disability discrimination lawsuit filed by an attorney against Gallagher Sharp LLP, a Cleveland-based law firm. The attorney alleged that the firm failed to accommodate his attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and terminated his employment due to timekeeping issues related to his condition. The court ruled that Gallagher Sharp was…
Employment law litigants have garnered significant insights from the recent term of the US Supreme Court, setting the stage for potential new strategies in workplace litigation. The court addressed pervasive issues such as federal overtime exemptions, retiree disability discrimination claims, and civil rights cases involving state agencies. These rulings provide fertile ground for reevaluating longstanding…
The concept of the “infinite workday” is increasingly becoming a source of legal concern for companies as the line between personal life and work blurs. A recent study by Microsoft highlights that 20% of employees are engaging with work emails before noon on weekends, while a significant number return to work tasks late into the…
The United Nations Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture (SPT) has expressed significant concerns regarding Serbia’s compliance with the Optional Protocol to the Convention against Torture (OPCAT). During a recent visit, the SPT highlighted the urgent need for Serbia to enhance protections for those deprived of their liberty. The subcommittee’s findings follow a week-long mission where…
In a recent 8-1 decision, the United States Supreme Court has ruled that retirees are not considered “qualified persons” under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and consequently cannot file ADA suits for issues arising post-retirement. This ruling came as a result of the case involving Karyn Stanley, who had retired from the City of…
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, appointed to the Supreme Court in 2022 by President Joe Biden, recently issued two notable dissents challenging the prevailing judicial approaches favored by her colleagues. In her pointed critiques, Jackson labeled textualism as “incessantly malleable” and suggested that its usage sometimes biases decisions in favor of well-financed entities over ordinary citizens….
The U.S. Supreme Court recently delivered an 8-1 ruling that blocks retired Florida firefighter Karyn Stanley from pursuing legal action against her former employer under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Stanley had sought legal recourse after her health insurance was terminated post-retirement, a situation she argued was discriminatory based on her disability, Parkinson’s disease,…
In a recent legal filing, a paralegal has brought a case against The Driscoll Firm PC in North Carolina federal court. The paralegal claims that the firm terminated her employment just one day after she disclosed to her superiors the recurrence of her ovarian cancer. This allegation suggests a violation of federal disability laws as…
In a significant development for employment law practitioners, the US District Court for the District of New Jersey has ruled that a jury must decide whether Stark & Stark PC terminated its accounts payable manager, Jessica Conner, due to her debilitating shoulder condition. This ruling highlights potential issues of disability discrimination and retaliation, which are…
A legal team from Mayer Brown LLP successfully fought for over two decades to achieve a commutation of the death sentence for Larry Estrada, who was 19 at the time of his sentence, in Texas. The Court of Criminal Appeals of Texas commuted Estrada’s death sentence to life imprisonment, acknowledging his intellectual disability. The case…
The Ninth Circuit recently affirmed a ruling that the California State Bar is protected by sovereign immunity from an attorney’s lawsuit, which alleged violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The attorney claimed the Bar failed to provide additional time to address disciplinary proceedings linked to an unsettled debt. The appellate court concluded that…