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DOJ Issues Long-Awaited Guidance on Unlawful Discrimination for Federal Fund Recipients

By / 7.30.2025 / No Comments

The U.S. Department of Justice, under Attorney General Bondi, has just released its long-anticipated Guidance for Recipients of Federal Funding Regarding Unlawful Discrimination, issued today, July 29, 2025.  This guidance is a game-changer for all entities receiving federal funds, including federal contractors, educational institutions, and state/local agencies. It outlines what is now considered unlawful discriminatory…
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EO 14173: The Future of Civil Rights Enforcement for Federal Contractors

By / 7.28.2025 / No Comments

As the sun sets on Executive Order 11246, a landmark directive that shaped affirmative action compliance for nearly 60 years, a new chapter in civil rights enforcement begins. Executive Order 14173, signed early in 2025, represents a fundamental shift—from mandate-driven affirmative action for women and minorities to a universal, merit-based approach to nondiscrimination for all…
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EEOC & DOJ’s Warning on DEI Marks a Turning Point for Federal Contractors Under EO 14173

By / 6.19.2025 / No Comments

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) issued a joint warning that could reshape how employers, including federal contractors, approach Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs. The message was unmistakable: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act prohibits employment discrimination based on race, sex, or any other protected characteristic,…
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DOJ’s Case Against Epik Solutions Signals a Wake-Up Call for Federal Contractors in the EO 14173 Era

By / 6.18.2025 / No Comments

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) sent a clear message with its announcement of a settlement with Epik Solutions, a California-based technology recruiting firm. The company was found to have violated the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) by unlawfully preferring foreign H-1B workers over qualified U.S. applicants, a discriminatory practice that cost the firm nearly…
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$8.1M False Claims Act Settlement Underscores EO 14173 Risks: Noncompliance Now Carries a Heavier Price

By / 4.24.2025 / No Comments

March 25, 2025 — The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced an $8.1 million settlement with Evolutions Flooring Inc., a California-based importer of multilayered wood flooring, and its owners, for violating the False Claims Act (FCA). The company was accused of knowingly evading millions in customs duties on imports from China, providing false information…
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