As you may know, SSRN is discontinuing its Research Paper Series, a platform through
Indiana has enacted House Enrolled Act 1277 (“HEA 1277”), a Medicaid reform law that significantly changes the state’s PathWays for Aging program and other long-term services and supports. While many provisions of this law took effect July 1, 2026, the
A claim for theft by contractor is a powerful weapon in construction litigation. Under Wis. Stat. section 779.02(5), all funds paid by an owner to a prime contractor or subcontractor for improvements to real property are held in trust for the
The Older Americans Act provides critical support for older adults facing economic hardship, social isolation, abuse, and other challenges. Julia Veenendaal examines the law’s programs, funding, and role in expanding access to legal assistance.
As we prepared this week’s briefing, one industry trend stood out: Rising construction costs are driving more adaptive reuse projects. Over the past year, more clients have explored repurposing office buildings, senior living communities and specialty hospitals for alternative uses.
On August 7, 2026, Illinois joined a growing number of jurisdictions expanding legal protections to employees experiencing menopause-related conditions by signing into law the Illinois Menopause Equity and Care Act (the “Act”) (Public Act 104-0793). Among other changes,
NLRB Returns to Common Sense: Protected Activity under the NLRA Does NOT Give Employees License to Engage in Abusive Workplace Conduct
Most employers assume a handbook policy is lawful if it serves a legitimate business purpose. However, that assumption can create risk under the current National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) standard.Even in nonunion workplaces, policies that appear reasonable may draw scrutiny
