Ryan Emerson

Menopause at Work: When Accommodation Expectations Become Explicit Law

Menopause at Work: When Accommodation Expectations Become Explicit Law

Employee Health, Employment Law, Labor Law

Historically, menopause has not been specifically identified as a protected medical condition under state and federal law, even though its related symptoms in many cases are medical conditions covered by existing leave and accommodation laws. That is rapidly changing. In 2025, Rhode Island became the first state to expressly require workplace accommodations for employees experiencing menopause […]

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The Employer’s Playbook: Communicating Through a Crisis Without Creating New Legal Risks

Employment Law, Workplace Conflict

In the wake of any crisis, stress and tensions run high. As a result, employers may be inclined to communicate prematurely, over- or under-communicate, or otherwise communicate without thinking about the potential legal repercussions that could follow (for example, regulatory scrutiny, shareholder lawsuits, employee lawsuits, etc.). To avoid a misstep that might compound a crisis,

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Navigating the Risks of AI in HR and Recruitment

Navigating the Risks of AI in HR and Recruitment

Artificial Intelligence, Firing, Hiring, HR Services, Labor Law

AI in HR hiring presents significant concerns centered onbias and discrimination, data privacy, and the loss of human interaction. While AI offers efficiency benefits, organizations must navigate these challenges carefully to ensure fair and compliant hiring processes. Synergy HR discussed concerns about the use of AI generally and specifically, the danger of bias in hiring

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