In June, new laws will go into effect that restrict employers’ ability to request and use criminal history information about applicants in three jurisdictions: Kansas City, Missouri; the State of Washington; and the city of Spokane, Washington. Continue reading for summaries of the new restrictions and links to the laws.
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ATRA Releases Annual “Judicial Hellholes” Report
By Thomas R. Waskom & Quinn Adams on
Posted in Class Action, Consumer Protection
The American Tort Reform Association recently released the 2016–2017 edition of its “Judicial Hellholes” report. This annual report identifies venues it deems least favorable for civil defendants based on recent decisions and verdicts, as well as state laws and policies.
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Consumer Protection in Retail: Weekly Roundup
By Phyllis H. Marcus & Emma Lewis on
This past week, several consumer actions made headlines that affect the retail industry. Continue reading for our weekly roundup. …
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Consumer Protection in Retail: Weekly Roundup
By Phyllis H. Marcus & Leslie W. Kostyshak on
This week, a number of consumer and regulatory actions made headlines that affect the retail industry. Continue reading for our weekly roundup.
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Religious Freedom Laws See Opposition from Business Community
Posted in Labor & Employment
The Missouri Legislature is considering an amendment to the state’s constitution that would prohibit the state from imposing penalties on individuals who, due to sincere religious beliefs, refuse to participate in or provide goods and services for marriages or wedding ceremonies of same-sex couples. The “religious freedom” bill has been approved by the Missouri Senate and is currently pending before the House of Representatives. If the bill is passed, the proposed constitutional amendment will appear on the state’s ballot in November.
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