In the wake of Burwell v. Hobby Lobby, a law review article by James D. Nelson argues for limiting corporate religiosity to protect employees from religious coercion in the workplace.
The 9th Circuit has ruled that religious colleges can continue to claim exemptions from Title IX, allowing gender-based discrimination in alignment with religious beliefs.
Recent debates on employers firing employees for advocacy, such as anti-Israel views, highlight a critical question: Can an employee be dismissed for expressing deeply held moral or ethical beliefs? According to 29 CFR 1605.1, such beliefs, if held with the strength of traditional religious views, are protected unless they cause undue hardship.
The Sixth Circuit has upheld a preliminary injunction against the U.S. Department of Education’s (DOE) efforts to broaden the scope of Title IX protections to include discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
The historical resonance of Kristallnacht, coupled with the recent violent attacks in Israel, amplifies the fears of Jewish students, who see in these modern incidents a reflection of the past’s darkest days.
The Fifth Circuit’s decision to grant a stay on the religious-liberty training order for Southwest Airlines lawyers reflects a cautious approach to the use of civil contempt power and highlights the delicate balance between enforcing compliance with judicial orders and protecting constitutional rights.Â
In a significant advancement for religious liberty, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds signed Senate File 2095, the Religious Freedom Restoration Act (RFRA), into law on April 2, 2024. The legislation, celebrated at a Christian conservative event, aims to fortify the religious freedoms of Iowans against government interference.
Jewish students sue UCLA, alleging campus antisemitism and exclusion zone in wake of protests. Lawsuit seeks immediate relief and accountability.
Vermont families challenge state’s foster-care policies in federal lawsuit, alleging discrimination based on religious beliefs about human sexuality.
A veteran lifeguard in Los Angeles County, Jeffrey Little, has filed a lawsuit against the county, alleging religious discrimination. The case stems from an incident where Little removed LGBTQ+ Pride […]