A Landmark Victory: Stacey Arnold Yerkes vs. Ohio State Highway Patrol – A Detailed Examination

In the landscape of workplace equality, the recent case of Stacey Arnold Yerkes against the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) stands as a beacon of justice and empowerment. Yerkes, a gay female, served the Patrol diligently from 1994 to 2018, climbing the ranks to the position of a Criminal Interdiction Training Sergeant. Her story is not just a tale of success but a testament to courage in the face of discrimination.

Discrimination, Employment LawMelanie JorgensenAugust 10, 2023Discrimination, Workplace Protections, Harassment in the Workplace, Workplace equality

Cases Being Argued by the Supreme Court

The Supreme Court recently returned to the bench where the justices heard oral arguments and draft opinions on cases that range from LGBTQ rights, immigration law, gun rights, and abortion regulations. Regarding your workplace protections, here are a few specific cases involving LGTBQ issues to keep an eye on.

Legal System, US Supreme CourtMelanie JorgensenNovember 4, 2019LGTB, Legal System, Supreme Court, Workplace Protections