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Archive for the ‘Federal Law’ Category.

 

Nurse Files Religious Discrimination Lawsuit After Refusing Vaccine

Bottles of the COVID-19 Vaccine

January 28th, 2026

In December of 2025, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) reported that it had sued an Illinois-based hospital system on behalf of a nurse who had previously refused the COVID-19 vaccine. These kinds of cases have become quite common in the United States, and it is incredible to see that they show no sign of Read More


Two New Wrongful Termination Cases Focus on Religious Discrimination

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December 24th, 2025

Over the past few weeks, sources reported on two new wrongful termination cases that focus on religious discrimination issues. The first case involves a trans librarian who was terminated by a Catholic school. The second case involves a male prison chaplain who was fired after refusing to train a woman to do his job. Both Read More


Coast Guard Vaccine Lawsuit Sets Stage for Future Religious Accommodations

Bottles of the COVID-19 Vaccine

November 25th, 2025

According to the Human Resources Director, a recent decision in a workplace discrimination lawsuit has “shaken up” rules regarding vaccines and religious accommodations. This lawsuit involved over one thousand Coast Guardsmen who alleged that they had been unfairly denied benefits and protections due to their refusal to accept the COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Specifically, the court Read More


Major Tech Company Accused of Discriminating Against Jewish Employee

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November 21st, 2025

The wave of religious discrimination lawsuits continues in the United States, and the latest company to feel the effects is one of the biggest names in the tech industry. The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has accused Apple, Inc. of discriminating and retaliating against a Jewish worker, and this could prove to be a major Read More


Pastor Sues ICE for Shooting Him in the Head With Pepper Balls

Protesters marching against ICE with a sign that reads "Jesus was an immigrant."

November 18th, 2025

Chicago has seen a considerable amount of turmoil in recent weeks, as local protestors make their voices heard amidst the growing immigration controversy in the United States. Putting the political aspects of this conflict aside, the situation has also caused considerable violence and injuries to people on both sides. One such incident involved a pastor Read More


Appeals Court Reinstates School After Refusal to Play Against Transgender Athlete

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November 14th, 2025

Transgender athletes have become a major point of controversy not just in the United States, but across the world. Those who support these athletes argue that people should be able to participate in sporting events of their choosing, based on which gender they identify with. Opponents to transgender athletes argue that this is destroying the Read More


Restaurant Agrees to Settle Religious Discrimination Lawsuit over Modest Clothing

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October 29th, 2025

In September of 2025, multiple sources reported that a restaurant chain had agreed to settle a religious discrimination lawsuit for $50,000 regarding an applicant’s desire to wear modest clothing. This represents yet another victory in a long line of similar cases, and religious individuals are clearly experiencing greater success as they fight for their right Read More


Teacher Who Refused to Sue Trans Students’ Preferred Names Heading to Trial

Students in a classroom

October 17th, 2025

Transgender issues have intersected with religious freedoms in many complex, interesting ways. From classrooms and bathrooms to hospitals and courts, transgender individuals have fought for their rights to a considerable degree. At the same time, religious groups in the United States have become increasingly vocal about their own rights, arguing that the government is impeding Read More


Nun Squares Up Against Buddhist Abbots in California Religious Lawsuit

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October 8th, 2025

A religious battle is playing out in California courts. On one side, a Buddhist nun claims that she was sexually assaulted by two abbots. On the other hand, the abbots claim that this nun is guilty of extortion, theft, and immigration fraud. Who is telling the truth? This question will ultimately be decided by the Read More


Massachusetts Religious Sect Accused of Breaking Child Labor Laws

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September 24th, 2025

In August of 2025, a Christian sect in Massachusetts was accused of breaking child labor laws in a lawsuit filed by an 18-year-old. The Christian sect operates in the Cape Cod Bay area, and it has existed since the 1970s. Now, the organization finds itself under the spotlight – as numerous sources report on the Read More