The Velvet Hammer Blog
A client nicknamed Amy the "Velvet Hammer” because she is always ready to try a case, but is also adept at helping her clients stay out of lawsuits. Check out Amy’s articles on the latest in employment law, an area in which she is board certified by the State Bar of Texas.
Changes in Labor Law for 2023
Watch for changes in employment and labor laws, some effective January 1, 2023. Amy provides information plus a few things to watch for later in the year.
Where Did Summer Go?
The Fall brings a new energy to us all. As many of us look forward to the end of 100°+ weather (we hope), here’s a quick catch-up on Law Center of Amy E. Davis LLC (LCAD),
Using AI in Hiring and Employment Decisions: Best Practices
The EEOC guidance for using artificial intelligence in hiring, while challenging, includes these “promising practices” to ensure that employers comply with the ADA when using algorithmic decision-making tools.
Finding Clarity in the Face of Cybersmearing
Many employers have taken steps to minimize hacking, but network firewalls cannot protect them from online criticism, aka cybersmearing.
Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson and the Future of Labor and Employment Law
Ketanji Brown Jackson has a reputation of fairness and impartiality, and she seems to be guided by fidelity to fact and law. How will she affect labor and employment law?
How Tom Brady’s Retirement is a Lesson in Employment Policy
Tom Brady’s separation from the Buccaneers was not a smooth one and serves as a cautionary tale for employers.
