Kara M. Maciel

Most employers eventually face a situation involving a secret recording. A manager learns that an employee recorded a performance counseling session. HR discovers that a witness recorded an investigation interview. A...more On June 29, 2026, the Supreme Court issued its decision in Trump v. Slaughter, a ruling that carries significant implications for the constitutional structure of the administrative state. The case addressed a foundational...more 2026 brings significant shifts in employer obligations and workplace practices, influenced by evolving priorities within key federal agencies. During our firm’s recent webinar, I, along with my colleagues, Scott Hecker and...more This timely presentation provides an overview of the federal regulatory and enforcement landscapes that will shape employers’ obligations and workplace practices in 2026. More than a year into the second Trump Administration,...more