Employment Law and AI

AI and the Job Market: Implications for Employment Law

Lisa BabiarzArtifical Intelligence Hiring, Employment Law, News

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing nearly every sector of the economy, and the job market is no exception. From hiring algorithms to robotic process automation, AI is transforming how businesses operate and how workers engage with their jobs. While this technological evolution brings efficiency and innovation, it also raises serious questions about workers’ rights, discrimination, job displacement, and employer responsibilities. …

RTO Mandates Employment Law

Return-to-Office & Remote Work Issues: Legal Challenges and Evolving Workplace Norms

Lisa BabiarzEmployment Law, News, Return To Work

The global shift to remote work that began in earnest during the COVID-19 pandemic has permanently altered the landscape of employment in the United States. Now, in 2025, employers and employees alike are grappling with a new set of challenges as companies implement return-to-office (RTO) policies or navigate the complexities of hybrid work. These changes bring legal, practical, and cultural …

DEI - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Ithaca NY

EEOC & DEI Policy Shifts: A Pivotal Turning Point

Lisa BabiarzEEOC and DEI, Employment Law, News

The landscape of workplace culture and compliance is undergoing a significant transformation. In 2025, both the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and federal authorities have pivoted sharply from supporting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives to scrutinizing them under anti-discrimination law. This shift has substantial implications for employers, employees, and DEI‑focused legal advocates in Central New York—including Ithaca, Geneva, …

Data Privacy and Cyber Security and Employment Law

Data Privacy & Cybersecurity in Employment Law: Navigating the New Frontier

Lisa BabiarzPersonal Injury & Workers Compensation

In today’s digitally connected world, data privacy and cybersecurity are no longer concerns limited to IT departments—they have become central issues in employment law. As workplaces become increasingly hybrid and remote, the risks related to employee data exposure, misuse, and breach have grown significantly. Federal and state regulations are evolving rapidly, placing new obligations on employers and creating important protections …

Workers Compensation vs. Personal Injury Lawsuits: Understanding the Differences

Lisa BabiarzNews, Personal Injury & Workers Compensation

Accidents can happen anywhere. From work to the road, life-changing accidents often require the help of both worker compensation attorneys and personal injury attorneys. But are these one-in-the-same? Yes and no. Although worker compensation law firms often cover personal injury cases as well, there are different courses of action for the two. This article aims to shed light on these …