Social Media and the Hatch Act
Created in 1939, the Hatch Act limits the amount of political activity federal employees may take in an official capacity. The Office of Special Counsel... Social Media and the Hatch Act Continued
Upcoming EEOC Reform
In February 2015, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission released an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. From February to April of that year, the EEOC was open to... Upcoming EEOC Reform Continued
MSPB on “Follow the Rules Act”
Has the “obey now, grieve later” mentality of federal workplace culture been weakened? The Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) says yes, especially with the... MSPB on “Follow the Rules Act” Continued
Obama-Era EEO-1 Freeze
As of August 29th, 2017, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) received notice from the Office of Management and Budget initiating a review and immediate stay of certain... Obama-Era EEO-1 Freeze Continued
50 Years of the ADEA
The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA) has turned 50. The Act aims to “promote employment of older persons based on their... 50 Years of the ADEA Continued
VA Retaliation and Sham Peer Reviews – Are you protected?
The Health Care Quality Improvement Act of 1986 (HCQIA) had many unforeseen consequences, not the least of which is the rise of ‘sham’ peer reviews. A sham... VA Retaliation and Sham Peer Reviews – Are you protected? Continued
Solomon Law Firm, PLLC Welcomes New Partner: Daniel K. Gebhardt
Solomon Law Firm, PLLC is pleased to announce that Attorney Daniel K. Gebhardt has joined the firm as a partner located in the Washington, D.C. office. Mr.... Solomon Law Firm, PLLC Welcomes New Partner: Daniel K. Gebhardt Continued
Ariel Solomon selected as Top Labor and Employment attorney
Attorney Ariel E. Solomon was again selected by the American Society of Legal Advocates (ALSA) as one of the top Labor and Employment attorneys to retain in... Ariel Solomon selected as Top Labor and Employment attorney Continued
Ariel Solomon Recognized as a Premier 100 Trial Attorney
Ariel Solomon was recognized by the American Academy of Trial Lawyers as one of the Premier 100 Trial Attorneys for New York.
Where There’s Smoke: NY Companies Should Re-examine Marijuana Policies
With the growing trend toward legalization of marijuana for both medical and recreational purposes, New York companies should carefully evaluate their workplace policies to adhere to the... Where There’s Smoke: NY Companies Should Re-examine Marijuana Policies Continued