Oklahoma legislators are considering SB 277, a proposal that would create a state-run paid family and medical leave insurance program known as the Oklahoma State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance Act.
Secured a significant appellate win on behalf of a client in the Fourteenth Court of Appeals, which affirmed a trial court order confirming an arbitration award and held that the mandatory venue provision in Section 171.096(c) of the Texas Arbitration Act applies to confirmation proceedings involving arbitrations otherwise governed by the Federal Arbitration Act.
GableGotwals recently secured a significant victory in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Texas, where the court refused to vacate an employment arbitrator’s orders and dismissed the challenge with prejudice.
The recent Griffin/Stryker litigation shows that for multi state employers, outcomes may turn not only on what a restrictive covenant says, but also on forum selection, governing law, and the employer’s ability to prove protectable interests and irreparable harm early.
A recent federal court decision offers employers a clear warning: even routine personnel decisions can become costly when managers deviate from fair processes or mishandle employee complaints.
For legal teams and executives managing a reduction in force (RIF), the Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act is a familiar hurdle.
Hiring decisions carry significant risks. A poor fit can lead to lost time, increased costs, and disruption to culture and operations.
Pendergraft v. Steiner (W.D. Okla. 2025) shows HR and managers what NOT to do in hiring, promotions, and handling employee complaints.
