Employment Law

Former Stockton Fire Chief Petitions U.S. Supreme Court Over Alleged Religious Discrimination

Did former Stockton Fire Chief Ronald Hittle face religious discrimination for attending a leadership conference hosted by a Christian organization? First Liberty argues that, although Hittle attended for secular training, Stockton unfairly penalized him due to the event’s religious affiliation, framing this as a case of religious bias in the workplace.

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The Challenge of Non-Religious Moral Beliefs in the Workplace

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.

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Analysis: Appeals Court Halts Religious Liberty Training for Southwest Airlines Lawyers

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. 

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BREAKING: Supreme Court Ruling in Groff v. Dejoy Clarifies Religious Accommodation Requirements under Title VII

The Supreme Court ruled in Groff v. Dejoy that Title VII requires employers to show substantial costs before denying a religious accommodation. This clarifies existing obligations and provides consistent guidance to lower courts. Founders’ First Freedom supported this clarification.

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