When it comes to challenging a discriminatory or otherwise wrongful termination, employees typically turn to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, or a local employment agency, such as Texas Workforce Commission. For federal workers, there is an additional agency that assists: the United States Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB). The work of the MSPB has come to light in recent months as the result of the dismissal of scores of federal employees.
Read moreState AI Regulation? Aye-Aye!
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The striking of the moratorium on state AI regulation is good news for many states, including Texas, that have already enacted laws to police AI. In June, Governor Greg Abbott signed into law the Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (Act). The Act, presented as HB 149, established regulations for the use of AI within Texas. The Act was designed to facilitate and advance “responsible development of [AI] systems,” protect individuals from foreseeable risks associated with AI, and create transparency in the development or use of AI, including such use by state agencies.
Read moreCourt is in Session: NCAA's Swishes & Misses
The big (college) basketball game is on the horizon, and the playoff fight is officially on. Our own University of Houston Cougars are in the 2025 NCAA basketball tournament as a top seed, for the third time in a row!
Read moreMission 2025: Lunar Eclipses, Moon dust, and the Law
Buckle up Houston, because we’re in for a sight. This week, on March 13th and 14th, we will be treated to a total lunar eclipse.
Read moreJudge, Attorney, Plaintiff: 3 Oscar Films You Should Watch
Do filmgoers always agree with the Academy about which films are best? No, but among the 2025 Oscar nominees are three stories involving the legal system, and they are all worth watching.
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