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Human Times
New York City is facing a lawsuit that accuses it of discriminating against gay male employees by only providing coverage for in vitro fertilization (IVF) procedures to women and heterosexual couples. The proposed class action was filed by a former assistant district attorney and his husband, who claim they were denied coverage for IVF treatments. The lawsuit argues that the city's employee health insurance plan discriminates against gay men by narrowly defining infertility and excluding them from coverage. The case, if successful, could set a national precedent. The plaintiffs argue that the city's policy violates federal, state, and city laws against workplace discrimination based on sex and sexual orientation, as well as their rights to equal protection and due process under the U.S. Constitution. The proposed class could potentially include thousands of people. New York City is currently considering a bill that would require IVF coverage for all employees, regardless of marital status or sexual orientation.
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Human Times
Deputy leader Angela Rayner says a Labour government will expand sexual harassment protections to include interns and volunteers. She told the Chartered Management Institute’s (CMI) women’s conference: “Sexual harassment remains rife in workplaces across Britain. For any employee, but especially interns and volunteers, experiencing sexual harassment can destroy confidence and ruin early careers.” CMI chief executive Ann Francke welcomed Labour’s proposals on workers’ rights, saying measures to “strengthen employee wellbeing” were “always a good idea,” while Ben Willmott, head of public policy for the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, said toughening up legal protections “could play a positive role” in “addressing toxic workplace cultures.”
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Education Slice
In major cities across the U.S., urban school districts are facing a challenging trend: shrinking student populations leading to under-resourced and ultimately closed schools. Los Angeles USD, for instance, is set to close the Hilda L. Solis Learning Academy this summer due to drastically declining enrollment which has limited educational offerings. Similar situations are unfolding in other urban areas, forcing districts to make tough choices between maintaining numerous underpopulated schools or consolidating resources, which often meets with community resistance. The trend, exacerbated by lower birth rates, migration patterns, and the rise of alternative schooling options, saw urban schools lose about 850,000 students between the 2019-20 and 2022-23 school years, according to Brookings Institution analysis. This drop in student numbers has led to "hollowed-out" schools—buildings with too few students to justify their operational costs. Although smaller schools can foster a closer-knit educational environment and have historically shown benefits such as higher graduation rates, they struggle with high per-student costs and reduced program diversity. Decisions to close schools are fraught with educational and political difficulties. San Antonio ISD in Texas, for example, plans to close 15 schools next year, a decision driven by the need to distribute educational resources more effectively. These closures highlight broader societal shifts and raise questions about how urban educational systems can adapt to changing demographics without sacrificing quality or community trust.
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Accountancy Slice
The IRS has released the annual inflation adjustments for health savings accounts (HSAs) in 2025. The adjustments come as prices continue to rise, although at a slower pace. The 2025 inflation-adjusted amounts for HSAs, as determined under Section 223 of the Tax Code, have been provided in Revenue Procedure 2024-25. The maximum amount for health reimbursement arrangements under Section 54.9831-1(c)(3)(viii) of the Pension Excise Tax Regulations is also included. For individuals with self-only coverage under a high deductible health plan, the annual limitation on deductions for 2025 is $4,300, up from $4,150 this year. For individuals with family coverage, the annual limitation on deductions is $8,550, up from $8,300 in 2024. The definition of a "high deductible health plan" for 2025 has also been updated. Additionally, the maximum amount for an excepted benefit HRA in 2025 is $2,150, up from $2,100 in 2024.
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Legal Matters Scotland
Former Dundee FC footballer David Winnie has been appointed head of sports at law firm Gilson Gray. Winnie, who played for St Mirren's Scottish Cup-winning team in 1987, will be responsible for representing players, clubs, governing bodies, and more in legal matters related to sports and immigration. Winnie, who graduated with a law degree in 2005 and qualified as a solicitor in 2009, brings his expertise from his previous role as a partner and head of sports at Burlingtons Legal. Glen Gilson, chairman and managing partner of Gilson Gray, said: "We have represented numerous sports people and sporting institutions over the years. David's expertise takes our practice to yet another level. His general corporate and immigration expertise makes him a valuable addition to our team."
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Legal Slice
In Q1 of 2024, the Second Hundred law firms demonstrated significant demand growth, particularly in their litigation practices, positioning them favorably in the current legal market. This segment, which includes firms ranked 101 to 200, saw a 3.2% increase in demand, surpassing other groups including the midsize firms and the largest 50 firms, which saw decreases. This rise in demand suggests that Second Hundred firms have found a "Goldilocks Zone" of offering the right mix of reach, billing rates, and expertise, appealing to clients looking for value and comprehensive services. While larger firms still lead in billing rate growth, the cost-effectiveness and specialized services of Second Hundred firms make them increasingly competitive. Particularly, their litigation practices have thrived, with a 5.2% increase compared to last year, highlighting their capability to meet growing market needs for legal expertise in economically uncertain times.
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Risk Channel
KPMG missed multiple red flags in the run-up to the collapse of construction and facilities outsourcer Carillion in 2018, according to a 450-page report from the Financial Reporting Council (FRC). The FRC handed KPMG a record £21m fine last October for failures when signing off the firm’s accounts, having uncovered “significant and serious breaches” in KPMG’s work between 2014 and 2017. The report says that Peter Meehan, the partner who led KPMG’s audits of Carillion, “failed to challenge management’s judgments or have regard to the evidence in his possession, but rather actively assisted Carillion to achieve its desired result.” It was also found that, in a number of instances, the audit team “failed to adopt a rigorous and robust approach and agreed the presentation of financial information that suited Carillion’s management.” The FRC also found that auditors carried out detailed testing on only the riskiest contracts, meaning that they “obtained very little evidence” over other contracts. In response to the report, KPMG reiterated a statement in which Jon Holt, its UK chief executive, said: “It is clear to me that our audit work on Carillion was very bad, over an extended period," adding: “In many areas, some of our former partners and employees simply didn’t do their job properly. Junior colleagues were badly let down by those who should have set them a clear example."
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