https://www.wisbar.org/Pages/RSS.aspx60https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31564https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31564Katherine M. O'MalleyFor the past several years, the use of AI hiring tools has been a hot topic, along with legal challenges to these tools alleging that their algorithms result in discriminatory outcomes. Kate O’Malley discusses a newly filed class action that takes a different approach to challenging AI hiring tools by alleging violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).2026-04-16 00:00:00https://wisbar.org/blog/PublishingImages/Social/LEBlog_Social.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31564https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31425https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31425Jessica M. SimonsEmployee handbooks are rarely, if ever, a “one and done” effort for employers, as employment-related laws and regulations are often subject to change, whether in the form of new laws, amendments, or evolving interpretations. Jessica Simons lists tips for getting employee handbooks into shape – based on best practices, recent agency enforcement efforts, and changes in the law.2026-02-06 00:00:00https://wisbar.org/blog/PublishingImages/Social/LEBlog_Social.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31425https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31371https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31371Naomi R. SwainWork injuries in Wisconsin often involve workers’ compensation, the ADA, FMLA, and disability law at the same time. Naomi Swain shares practical strategies for attorneys on timing, medical records, managing light-duty work, and preventing retaliation.2025-12-16 00:00:00https://wisbar.org/blog/PublishingImages/Social/LEBlog_Social.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31371https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31167https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31167Martin C. KuhnThe One, Big Beautiful Bill Act attempts to deliver on President Trump’s campaign promise of “no taxes” on employee tips and overtime wages. Martin C. Kuhn examines the law’s impact on employees, which is not quite as promised but perhaps better than you think.2025-07-31 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.orghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31167https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31047https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31047Katherine M. O'MalleyA recent Executive Order effectively removes the use of disparate impact theory in evaluating discrimination claims against federal employers. Katherine O'Malley discusses the Order, its impact, and key takeaways.2025-05-28 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.org/newspublications/insidetrack/publishingimages/article%20images/pen-american-flag-federal-government-executive-orders-signature-legislation-1200x630.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=31047https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30988https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30988Naomi R. SwainAttorneys and law students this spring gave presentations in Madison to help educate the incoming workforce. Naomi Swain gives an overview of some local efforts to educate students on their employment rights.2025-04-17 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.orghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30988https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30895https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30895Martin C. KuhnMuldrow v. City of St. Louis relaxed the requirements for demonstrating "harm" in Title VII discrimination cases. Martin C. Kuhn examines Muldrow's impact on such cases in the Seventh Circuit, including those cases where courts have declined to apply or extend Muldrow.2025-03-05 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/InsideTrack/PublishingImages/Article%20Images/police-officer-squad-car-arrest-criminal-cops-serious-law-enforcement-1200x630.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30895https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30790https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30790John ChickWisconsin’s prohibition on discrimination based on an employee’s use of lawful products complicates employer drug testing for marijuana. John Chick offers advice to attorneys on both the management and plaintiff sides when handling cases involving legal use of products that may trigger a positive drug test.2025-01-06 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/InsideTrack/PublishingImages/Article%20Images/cbd-thc-hemp-marijuana-1200x630.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30790https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30596https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30596Martin C. KuhnIn 2011, Act 10 stripped away most collective bargaining rights from public sector labor unions, but a new case seeks to have it blocked. Martin Kuhn explores the history of Act 10 and offers insight on what may be next.2024-08-27 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.orghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30596https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30458https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30458Katherine M. O'MalleyThe Equal Employment Opportunity Commission recently issued its final enforcement guidance on unlawful workplace harassment. Kate O’Malley discusses noteworthy updates between the proposed and the final guidance documents on sex-based harassment and on free speech and religious views.2024-05-31 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.orghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30458https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30409https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30409Naomi R. SwainWis. Stat. section 102.35(3) provides a penalty of up to one year’s wages for employers who fail to rehire injured workers where suitable work is available within their restrictions. Naomi Swain discusses the elements necessary for such a claim and important practice points for counsel.2024-05-03 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/InsideTrack/PublishingImages/Article%20Images/arm-injury-worker-professional-sling-350x234.jpghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30409https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30350https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30350Peter L. AlbrechtA recent decision by the National Labor Relations Board impacts rights under Section 7 of the National Labor Relations Act. Peter Albrecht discusses how the general counsel and the NLRB carefully orchestrated the expansion of Section 7 rights.2024-04-04 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.orghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30350https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30257https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30257Carmen Laura LopezIn a recent decision, a NLRB regional director ruled that Dartmouth men’s basketball team members are considered employees under the National Labor Relations Act. Carmen L. Lopez discusses the decision as well as other developments surrounding this issue. 2024-02-19 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.orghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30257https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30176https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30176Will KramerThe Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is the most likely venue for filing or defending a whistleblower claim. Will Kramer offers tips to ensure the best representation for your client.2024-01-09 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.orghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30176https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30150https://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30150Katherine M. O'MalleyThe Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has not updated its enforcement guidance on unlawful workplace harassment in over two decades – and now offers a proposed update. Kate O’Malley discusses the changes the proposed guidance may bring. 2023-12-11 00:00:00https://www.wisbar.orghttps://www.wisbar.org/NewsPublications/Pages/General-Article.aspx?ArticleID=30150