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You don’t need for me to tell you that it’s very common to conduct meetings remotely via Teams, Zoom, or whatever. And most, if not all, of these applications give you the ability to record the meeting and generate a transcript. Which is a very helpful feature. Except when it’s not. If you need an example of “when it’s not,” take a look at this lawsuit that was filed last week in New Jersey.

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs published today three final rules addressing the regulations implementing Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act, and now-revoked Executive Order 11246. As we reported when the rules were proposed, the most significant changes involve the Section 503 requirements for individuals with disabilities.

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On July 31, Gov. J.B. Pritzker (D) signed the Civil Rights Safeguard Act, which amends the Illinois Human Rights Act to expressly recognize disparate impact liability in the context of employment decisions, among others. The new law will take effect on January 1. The Act does not create a new legal theory. Disparate impact discrimination has long been recognized, and the concept is simple: in certain circumstances, an employer does not have to intend to discriminate to be liable.

Speaking Engagement September 10, 2026 Constangy partner Jonathan Martin will present at the South Metro Human Resources Association September Monthly Meeting on September 10, 2026, in Peachtree City, Georgia.

The FLSA has been on the books since 1938, and the same core issues -- misclassification, off-clock work, and payroll errors -- keep driving new claims year after year. But what has changed is the environment. Remote work, always-on technology, and state wage-hour laws have made compliance more difficult, even for employers who have never had a problem before. The stakes are also higher than many employers realize.

Overview Leo is a trial attorney, trusted advisor, and strategic counselor who represents employers in traditional labor relations, employment litigation, workplace counseling, and emerging employment and antitrust matters. She partners with employers to develop practical, business-focused strategies that manage legal risk, strengthen workforce stability, and support long-term business objectives.

Constangy is pleased to announce that Helen Braginsky and Leo Tyree have joined the firm as senior counsel in its Los Angeles and Chicago offices, respectively. Both attorneys represent employers in labor and employment matters, bringing significant litigation, counseling, and workplace law experience to the firm.

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U.S. law in the area of artificial intelligence is fragmented, consisting of state laws, local regulations, and existing laws regarding privacy and discrimination. Even as the regulatory environment is becoming more hospitable for businesses, the legal risk remains significant, particularly in high-impact and rights use cases. Transparency is a common denominator.