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McGirt Ruling Could Affect Tribal Gaming

While the ramifications of the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in McGirt v. Oklahoma are still being debated, tribal nations may find less barrier to future on-reservation gaming facilities. Indian Law & Gaming Practice Group member Greg Buzzard discusses how McGirt…

Mental Health Days are Real for Employees and Employers

Properly addressing mental health issues is an important step in fostering a supportive and accommodating workplace environment. Tanya S. Bryant, a member of the firm’s Labor & Employment Practice Group, discusses what is considered a mental disability and the reasonable…

Bankruptcies Spiraling for Companies Large and Small

Individuals and businesses hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic are beginning to confront the financial realities related to the ongoing economic fallout. In a recent JR Now forum, Bankruptcy & Creditor’s Rights Practice Group members William H. Hoch and Crissie…

Appeals Court Puts ADA Burden on Employer

The 10th Circuit Court of Appeals recently found that the failure to accommodate disabled employees can itself be considered an act of unlawful discrimination. Labor & Employment Practice Group member Michael R. Pacewicz discusses the court’s interpretation of the Americans…

Crowe & Dunlevy Attorney Named to National Association

Crowe & Dunlevy attorney Malcolm E. Rosser IV was recently named a Fellow of the American College of Mortgage Attorneys (ACMA).

State Adds Exemptions to Nurse Anesthetist Supervision Requirements

Recent actions taken by Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt, along with modifications to the Oklahoma Nursing Practice Act (Act), have led to Oklahoma becoming the 18th state to adopt an exemption from federal Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) physician supervision requirements.…

Tenth Circuit Says No Adverse Action Needed for Failure to Accommodate Claim

Last week, the United States Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit, which encompasses Oklahoma, held that a plaintiff is not required to show that she suffered an adverse employment action in order to assert a failure to accommodate claim under the…

Report Again Puts Crowe & Dunlevy at Top of Oklahoma Tier 1 Rankings

Firm tops state rankings for 11 straight years OKLAHOMA CITY – For the 11th consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers® has awarded Crowe & Dunlevy the most Tier 1 rankings in Oklahoma.* Released today, the publication’s 2021…

Attorneys, Paralegal Join Crowe & Dunlevy

Attorneys Jaycee Booth, Greg Buzzard, Katie Campbell, Garrett D. Lessman, Baxter Lewallen and paralegal Shana McHaffey have joined Crowe & Dunlevy in the firm’s Oklahoma City and Tulsa offices.

Let’s Talk Politics in the Workplace (Or Not)

For many of us, next week’s presidential election can’t come soon enough. For employers, elections can create additional concerns. That’s why it's important for employers to examine policies regarding employee voting and political speech in the workplace.