Over the past year or so, numerous stories have emerged about the refusal of vaccine mandates on religious grounds. Various cases have made it clear that Americans have the right to refuse vaccine mandates if they have legitimate religious objections. However, one report tells a very different story – and it shows that people cannot Read More

The EEOC is continuing to hold employers accountable for failing to provide workers with a religious vaccine exemption. Over the past few months, employers have been sued for millions of dollars for violating these religious rights – and the lawsuits show no sign of slowing down. Indeed, these lawsuits could be just the beginning – Read More

As many are undoubtedly aware, people in the Amish community prefer not to use modern technology. Their religion places value on older technology, and in some parts of the country, you can see them traveling down roads on horse-drawn buggies. While many pass these buggies with no real issue, there is an obvious risk of Read More

Tattoos have a long and complex history among Christians. Various sources claim that some early Christians may have tattooed themselves with symbols of their faith – including crosses and fish. Some say that tattoos may have been used to convert pagan tribes to Christianity, as tattooing was already an important part of their culture. Crusaders Read More

During the pandemic, the prospect of vaccine-related lawsuits loomed large. While many people focused on the possibility of vaccine injury lawsuits, others wondered whether they could eventually sue for wrongful termination over their vaccine refusal. Across the United States, countless individuals refused to take the vaccine on religious grounds and were subsequently fired. A recent Read More

Today, numerous religious groups follow their own unique dietary restrictions. Some are better known than others, but all of these dietary guidelines represent legitimate aspects of religious beliefs. Many food producers and restaurants cater to these religious diets, offering plenty of options for people from all walks of life. But what happens when these dietary Read More

Two US states will face serious legal challenges after attempting to implement religious education into their public school systems. Louisiana wants to display the 10 Commandments in all schools, while Oklahoma plans to create a Bible education mandate. Both decisions have prompted strong criticism from some parents, teachers, and constitutional scholars. What kinds of legal Read More

One of the most well-known aspects of the Universal Life Church (ULC) is the ability of its ministers to officiate weddings. Combined with the relative ease of becoming a ULC minister, this makes it an obvious way for LGBTQ couples to marry with help from their friends and loved ones. The motto of the ULC, Read More

In October of 2024, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed a lawsuit against a recruiting agency – claiming that the organization had rejected an applicant due to religious discrimination. This case seems to stem from the applicant’s desire to attend prayer services in the middle of a workday – and it could prove to Read More

Most employers in the United States understand that they cannot discriminate against their employees on the basis of religion. For example, they cannot give one religious individual a day off during a day of worship while denying another religious individual the right to take time off during a different holiday. However, there is one notable Read More