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Articles From Elizabeth Torphy-Donzella

The Supreme Court Redefines the Religious Accommodation Obligation for Employers By Fiona W. Ong & Elizabeth Torphy-Donzella Labor and Employment Law, September 2023 On June 29, 2023, a unanimous U.S. Supreme Court ruled that religious accommodations under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act must be provided to employees or prospective employees unless the employer is able to demonstrate that the burden is substantial.
Say What? NLRB Rules Employees May Tape Record Others in Violation of State Law By Elizabeth Torphy-Donzella Labor and Employment Law, July 2023 A summary of the National Labor Relations Board's ruling against Starbucks, clarifying whether employees can be disciplined for recording conversations with management officials.
Now that you know that a RIF is not a ‘magic bullet’: Performance management advice for managers in five easy pieces By Elizabeth Torphy-Donzella Labor and Employment Law, February 2019 A list of steps to take to set the table for success to ensure your company is not tempted to use a reduction in force as a means to an end.

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