LUCHANSKY LAW ENFORCEMENT ALERT: Maryland Trucking Company Ordered to Pay $46K in Back Wages and Damages; Driver Reinstated After Whistleblower Investigation

TrueStart Transport LLC, a Maugansville-based freight and heavy-haul trucking provider, has been ordered by the U.S. Department of Labor to pay $46,094 in back wages and damages to an employee wrongfully terminated for refusing to drive an oversized… Read More
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Maryland's Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Program: Key Details and Implications for Employers

Maryland is preparing to implement the Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Program: Are you Prepared? Maryland is on track to implement the Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) Program, which will enable eligible employees to take paid t… Read More
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AI in Hiring: Key Lessons from the Workday Bias Suit for Employers

As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to reshape hiring practices, employers are increasingly facing legal challenges related to potential discrimination. The recent Workday AI Bias Lawsuit serves as a significant reminder of the risks associated… Read More
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FTC Appeals Ruling Against Noncompete Ban: What Employers Need to Know

On October 18, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) officially filed an appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit, challenging a district court ruling that struck down the agency’s proposed ban on most noncompete agreements. Thi… Read More
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When Telework Isn’t a Reasonable Accommodation: Lessons from the D.C. Circuit

A recent ruling by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit highlights a key issue in the employment law space: the importance of engaging in a meaningful, interactive process when employees request accommodations for disabiliti… Read More
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Employers Can Challenge FMLA Certifications Without Obtaining Additional Medical Opinions

Employers across the country are increasingly faced with the question of whether they must seek additional medical opinions when challenging a doctor’s certification under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). A recent ruling by the 9th U.S.… Read More
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Missed the Deadline? How to Comply with Maryland’s Wage Range Transparency Act Post-October 1

Maryland Wage Range Transparency Act: What Employers Need to Know and Do Now By Luchansky Law Maryland’s Wage Range Transparency Act took effect on October 1, 2024, expanding the state’s Equal Pay for Equal Work law. This law mandates employers t… Read More
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Luchansky Law Celebrates 20th Anniversary Milestone

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Towson, MD – Luchansky Law, a leading firm specializing in labor and employment law, proudly announces its 20th anniversary. Since its founding in 2004, Luchansky Law has provided expert legal counsel and exceptional client se… Read More
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Luchansky Law Adds New Associate

For Immediate Release We are pleased to announce that Lazar Krintzman has joined Luchansky Law as an associate attorney. Lazar focuses on labor and employment law, where his practice is concentrated on advising employers on legal issues that arise in… Read More
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Texas Federal Court Blocks FTC's Ban on Noncompete Agreements: What This Means for Employers

In a significant legal decision, a federal court in Texas has struck down the U.S. Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) proposed ban on noncompete agreements. The ruling, delivered by U.S. District Judge Ada Brown, has halted a sweeping regulatory chan… Read More
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