For years, courts have dismissed employment discrimination claims where employees cannot show alleged discrimination caused a “serious,” “significant,” or “substantial” change in the “terms and conditions” of their employment.
Private employers in Texas cannot require applicants, contractors, or employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19.
On June 18, 2024, the final regulations implementing the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act will become effective.
Her practice focuses on commercial litigation and governmental relations.
For more than 30 years, Chris has counseled employers regarding best labor and employment law practices and has successfully defended employers in labor and employment disputes (arbitration, litigation, administrative proceedings) around the country. Chris also advises clients on fair housing compliance and represents clients in regard to fair housing complaints and litigation.
Employers, even those currently without a union representing a segment of the workforce, should seriously consider implementing labor relations training for managers and supervisors to mitigate against the growing risk of unionization that’s spreading around the country.
GableGotwals obtained a significant victory in the Oklahoma Supreme Court for its client, the Jackson County Emergency Medical Service District. In a unanimous, published opinion on a public law question of first impression, the High Court issued a writ against a Grady County District Judge prohibiting further proceedings in a personal injury case against the District. Neither the Oklahoma Constitution authorizing creation of the District nor the Oklahoma Governmental Tort Claims Act, which protects counties and cities, expressly authorizes immunity for Districts from damage suits. The Supreme Court held, the District had sovereign immunity and prohibited the District Court from going forward in the suit against the District.
GableGotwals obtained a significant victory in the Oklahoma Supreme Court for its client, the Jackson County Emergency Medical Service District.
