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Archive for the ‘Religious Discrimination’ Category.

 

Cashier Claims Employer “Ridiculed” the Ten Commandments

A cashier in Kansas filed a religious discrimination lawsuit over employee guidelines modeled after the 10 Commandments.

May 21st, 2025

Religious discrimination lawsuits in the United States can be quite complex, and something as simple as employee training can lead to serious disputes. This was made clear after a recent lawsuit involving a cashier who claims his beliefs were “ridiculed” by his employer. What can this lawsuit teach us about religious freedoms and the First Read More


Megachurch Lawsuit Receives DOJ’s Blessing

A North Carolina megachurch is suing the county claiming it is being discriminated against due to zoning laws that inhibit its growth.

May 15th, 2025

Lawsuits involving zoning applications rarely make headlines, but the involvement of the Department of Justice and a major North Carolina “megachurch” has generated considerable interest in one of these cases. The case involves the Summit Church, a Baptist Evangelical organization with 12 campuses across the Tar Heel State. It regularly attracts over 10,000 people per Read More


Latest Religious Lawsuits Target Tech Company and Ohio School Districts

Two recent lawsuits against a tech company and Ohio school district offer a glimpse into a new landscape of Christian religious litigation.

May 9th, 2025

Two recent religious lawsuits in the United States have targeted a tech company and Ohio school districts. Both of these lawsuits were filed by Christian groups, and they have much in common. They highlight the rising trend of religious individuals fighting for their rights in the United States, and it seems that Christians are more Read More


Kansas Statehouse Site of Attempted Satanic “Black Mass”

A Satanic group recently attempted to hold a "Black Mass" at the Kansas statehouse after legislators passed a law to ban indoor assembly.

April 9th, 2025

The local Satanic Grotto in Kansas recently attempted to carry out a “Black Mass” at the Capitol. Most people have no idea what a “Black Mass” even is, but various Christian organizations desperately tried to stop this ritual from taking place. Even the archbishop got involved. What does this story tell us about religious freedoms Read More


Wrongful Termination Lawsuit Alleges “Catholic Purge”

Two recent lawsuits against a tech company and Ohio school district offer a glimpse into a new landscape of Christian religious litigation.

April 4th, 2025

A group of former employees in Florida have alleged that they were fired specifically because of their religious faiths. This is not the first time a religious discrimination lawsuit in Florida has been filed, and it certainly won’t be the last. However, it is definitely one of the most unique – and it involves strange Read More


Church of Satan Continues to Cause Controversy  

The Church of Satan and its supporters continue to cause controversy both in the United States and across the pond.

March 21st, 2025

The Church of Satan is one of the most controversial organizations in the American religious community. But one should remember that it is a legitimate organization – and it is surprisingly organized. Some claim that it is simply a front for atheists who want to make a point. Others seem to be legitimate Satanists who Read More


New Executive Order Could Cause EEOC to Shift its Focus

Two recent lawsuits against a tech company and Ohio school district offer a glimpse into a new landscape of Christian religious litigation.

March 11th, 2025

For the past few decades, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has focused on a wide range of employment discrimination cases. These have included not only religious discrimination but also discrimination based on race, national origin, disability, and gender. However, the new administration could force the EEOC to shift its priorities to a considerable degree thanks Read More


Religious Lawsuits Filed Over Real Estate Issues

Various lawsuits have been filed against churches involving real estate issues and perceived discrimination or neglect.

February 12th, 2025

Religious lawsuits may involve various issues, including the Constitution, wrongful termination, and discrimination. While real estate is not typically associated with religious lawsuits, two recent cases show that these two areas can intersect. These lawsuits involve situations where churches are involved in property tax exemption and landlord activities.  Atheists Sue City of Madison for Property Read More


Important Hearing Occurs Over Latter-Day Saints Tithing

A lawsuit over tithing against the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints resulted in a hearing this month in federal court.

January 29th, 2025

According to the official website of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, “tithing” involves donating 10% of your income to the Church. It is a requirement for all people of the Mormon faith, and the church describes the practice as a “commandment” practiced since ancient times. Tithing has proven to be incredibly controversial, Read More


Federal Judge Finds “No Basis” For Coach’s Vaccination Refusal on Religious Grounds

A federal judge has sided with Washington State over its firing of a football coach who refused vaccination based on religious grounds.

January 14th, 2025

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