A recent lawsuit has been filed by a former executive assistant at Stone Hilton PLLC, alleging various forms of misconduct within the firm. The lawsuit further claims that one of the firm’s founders left his position at the office of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton following accusations of sexual harassment. The details of these allegations…
A federal lawsuit has been filed, revealing allegations of sexual harassment against Judd Stone, the former Solicitor General of Texas. The lawsuit, referenced in Bloomberg Law, details accusations made by two female employees. Internal documents indicate that Stone resigned from his position in 2023 amidst these allegations rather than face termination. The lawsuit includes claims…
The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, recently expressed significant concerns over the Uganda People’s Defence Forces (UPDF) Amendment Bill 2025, which was passed by Uganda’s parliament. This legislation allows for civilians to be tried in military courts, a move Türk described as “retrogressive” and inconsistent with international human rights law. His…
Amnesty International has raised concerns about the treatment of women protesters in Georgia, highlighting incidents of intimidation, harassment, and gender-based violence reportedly carried out by state authorities. In a statement released last Friday, the rights organization detailed a pattern of abuse that includes not only verbal threats and sexist insults but also instances of physical…
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Civil Rights Office has concluded that Columbia University is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This determination stems from the university’s alleged “deliberate indifference” to instances of student-on-student harassment targeting Jewish students dating from October 7, 2023, to the present….
Environmental journalist Ouk Mao’s arrest on May 7 in Sihanoukville has elicited a call from the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) for his immediate release. The journalist was allegedly detained by plainclothes officers without an arrest warrant, unspecified reasons surrounding his detention, and taken to an undisclosed location. Mao, who is reported to be under…
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has called on the Philippine Congress to carry out significant reforms to bolster press freedom in the nation. Despite some strides in press freedom over recent years, the Philippines continues to face issues, ranking 116th out of 180 in global freedom of the press rankings. In a statement, RSF highlighted the…
In a recent legal development, a Texas judge’s decision has left the area of transgender rights in the workplace mired in uncertainty, as the existing Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) anti-harassment rules have been significantly curtailed. This raises questions about how employers should handle everyday workplace issues for transgender employees, such as ‘misgendering’ and restroom…
“`html The legal profession is often associated with high-pressure environments and demanding workloads, elements that can significantly affect mental health. At a recent panel discussion organized by A Mindful Lawyer at Penningtons Manches Cooper, members from the legal and professional services sectors convened to exchange their experiences and strategies for cultivating an open culture around…
Recent developments in the realm of sexual harassment litigation are shedding light on the complexities surrounding the waiver of arbitration rights under the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act, enacted in 2022. Stemming from the #MeToo movement, this legislation has injected new debates into the judiciary, especially concerning the capacity of…
In an important decision impacting the timing of employment harassment claims, a federal judge has ruled that allegations of continuous employment misconduct must be limited to a 300-day window. U.S. District Judge April M. Perry of the Northern District of Illinois issued her decision concerning the case of Debra Matlock, a director at the University…
A United Nations expert on human rights in Somalia has urged the Somali government to hasten its reform agenda and bolster protections for its citizens amidst persistent conflict and political ambiguity. This call to action follows the conclusion of Isha Dyfan’s fourth official visit to the country, as reported by the Office of the High…
Major social media platforms are under increasing scrutiny for failing to protect LGBTQ+ users from hate, harassment, and disinformation, according to the 2025 Social Media Safety Index unveiled by GLAAD. The report evaluates major platforms on 14 indicators specific to LGBTQ safety and signals an alert that existing protective measures are being eroded. Prominent platforms…
In a significant development, a Palestinian law school graduate’s legal battle against Northwestern University is set to continue after a recent decision by Judge Charles P. Kocoras of the US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois. The case involves allegations that Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law failed to adequately respond to harassment…
The United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights has strongly urged Venezuelan authorities to release individuals detained in the aftermath of the 2024 presidential elections. Volker Türk, the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, called for the immediate release of all arbitrarily detained individuals, emphasizing the importance of adhering to due process…
Adams & Reese LLP is actively contesting a recent ruling by a lower court that invalidated their arbitration agreement with a former employee, Randi Bruce. The decision, which arose from a sexual harassment claim, has prompted the firm to take its arguments to the US Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. Central to their…
The issue of press freedom in Greece has come under significant scrutiny following the release of a comprehensive report by Human Rights Watch (HRW), which outlines a worrying trend of media suppression since the New Democracy party ascended to power in July 2019. The findings are based on detailed interviews with journalists, academics, legal experts,…
A legal divide is surfacing among U.S. federal district courts regarding the appropriate standard necessary to apply the recent federal law designed to prohibit forced arbitration in cases of workplace sexual misconduct. This division comes in the wake of the passing of the bipartisan Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act in…
Kosovo is currently facing a significant downturn in press freedom, highlighted by its drastic fall to 99th place in the 2025 Reporters Without Borders (RSF) Press Freedom Index. This ranking is its lowest in over 15 years and serves as a stark illustration of the challenges facing democracy, accountability, and fundamental rights in the country….
The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has publicly urged Iraqi authorities to reinstate the political talk show Al-Haq Yuqal (The Truth Be Told), recently suspended amid allegations of “violations of public decency.” The host of the show, Adnan Al-Taie, found his program halted for a week, with demands that all past episodes be removed. However,…
The doctrine of “continuing violations” emerges once again at the forefront of legal scrutiny, as the U.S. Supreme Court contemplates the nature of its applicability beyond the confines of “hostile workplace” claims. This doctrine traditionally allows for a series of discriminatory acts to be treated as a continuous act, where the statute of limitations would…
Jackson Lewis, a well-regarded labor and employment law firm, has announced the addition of Kelly Eisenlohr-Moul as a principal in their Chicago office. With a proven track record in complex employment litigation and restrictive covenant matters, Eisenlohr-Moul brings a wealth of experience supporting Fortune 100 companies. Her portfolio extends across various employment-related legal challenges, from…
Simmons & Simmons has enhanced its employment practice by hiring Jennifer Tam from the Hong Kong-based firm Johnson Stokes & Master (JSM). Tam is one of the first partners to leave JSM following its re-establishment earlier this year. Her expertise spans a wide range of employment law areas, particularly in contentious matters, discrimination, harassment, and…
Law firm Saltz, Mongeluzzi, & Bendesky is currently embroiled in a legal dispute initiated by an ex-paralegal, Yanez Perez, who has filed a lawsuit alleging discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. This case has surfaced in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, where Perez, identifying as an Afro-Latina woman, claims violations under Title…
In a strategic move to bolster its employment practice, Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani (GRSM) has announced the addition of Cameron Stewart as a partner in their Los Angeles office. Stewart brings a wealth of experience, particularly in the areas of disability and pregnancy discrimination, sexual harassment, wage and hour violations, and wrongful termination cases. She…