Legal Updates for LGBTQ Law

Supreme Court Outlaws Workplace Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity

June 15, 2020. The nation's highest court has ruled that discrimination against LGBTQ workers violates Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

The Supreme Court Ruled in Favor of the Baker who Turned Away Gay Couple in the Masterpiece Cakeshop Case

June 4, 2018. Although the U.S. Supreme Court appeared to hand the Christian baker a victory, the Court did not hold that business owners can discriminate against same-sex couples. Continue reading to learn more about the basis for the Court’s decision.

New York Expands the Definition of Parent for Unmarried Couples

September 28, 2016. New York expands the definition of parent for unmarried couples.    

Same-Sex Marriage Now the Law of the Land

June 26, 2015. The U.S. Supreme Court declares same-sex marriage legal in all 50 states.

No Publication Required for CA Name Changes Related to Gender Transition

July 1, 2014. Californians who go to court for legal name changes intended to conform to their gender identity are not required to publish notice of the proposed change in a local newspap