What do I do if a colleague or student files a discrimination complaint against me? This question keeps being asked me with greater frequency than ever before. In earlier articles I dove deep into the law. This time I want to give you some practical pointers on how to survive a complaint: Know that you […]
Ever Heard of Thin Privilege?
Very recently the federal Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals {they cover cases in parts of Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Tennessee} pushed back on the University of Michigan’s ‘Bias Response Team.’ That Court wrote that the application of Michigan’s efforts to embolden university bureaucratic bias cops with the power to investigate those accused of speech deemed […]
Knowing SB212 May Keep You Out of Jail
TO REPORT OR NOT REPORT? DOING ONE OR THE OTHER MAY KEEP YOU OUT OF JAIL! The 2019 Session of the Texas Legislature resulted in some surprising new laws. Senate Bill 212 was one of those new laws that will leave a lasting impact on all of Higher Education for some time to come. It […]
Pregnancy and the Workplace
WWAG Attorney Baili Rhodes discussed issues surrounding Pregnancy in the Workplace with Texas Young Lawyers Association this week: “Whether you have had a baby, are thinking about having a baby, or simply work with someone who has had a baby, pregnancy in the workplace can be a hot topic. Just like employees, employers often do […]
The Family Medical Leave Act
The Family Medical Leave Act (“FMLA”) is a federal statute that provides certain employees of qualified employers with leave related to a personal or family medical issue. Additionally, the FMLA prohibits an employer from retaliating against an employee for taking FMLA leave. Navigating the FMLA can be difficult; accordingly, we want to take this opportunity […]
Office of Civil Rights
Office of Civil Rights Q&A As faculty members, it is important to also understand some of the protections available to university students. The Office of Civil Rights (“OCR”) is a branch of the U.S. Department of Education whose mission is “to ensure equal access and to promote education excellence throughout the nation through vigorous enforcement […]
The information in these posts is intended to provide a general understanding of the law, not legal advice. Readers with legal problems, including those whose questions may be addressed here, should consult attorneys for advice on their particular circumstances.
