Lanie Read

Lanie Read advises employers on a broad range of labor and employment law matters, supporting clients navigate complex workplace issues with practical, business-focused guidance. She represents management in all aspects of employment law compliance, counseling, and litigation prevention.

Lanie’s experience spans claims and compliance issues under Title VII, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Railway Labor Act (RLA), the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Act (FMCSA). She provides proactive advice and counsel to employers on policies, investigations, and employee relations matters, aiming to mitigate risk and support workforce stability.

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Religious Accommodations in the Post-Groff Era: Navigating the Supreme Court’s “Substantial Increased Cost” Standard

By Lanie Read on April 28, 2026 Posted in Employment Counseling & Workplace Claims Prevention, Employment Discrimination Harassment & Retaliation

According to the EEOC, religious discrimination charges have increased steadily over the past decade. Post-Groff, the stakes for getting accommodation decisions wrong have never been higher. Whether you’re fielding a request for schedule flexibility, dress code exceptions, or vaccination exemptions, the legal framework has fundamentally shifted. When an employee requests a religious accommodation, employers often … Continue Reading