Summary of June 2025’s Labor Law Cases in Charlotte, NC
This monthly legal roundup highlights significant labor and employment law developments in North Carolina during June 2025. Brought to you by HKM Employment Attorneys, this summary is designed to keep employees, HR professionals, and compliance leaders informed of key court rulings, legislation, and agency actions affecting workplace rights in the state.June 2025 brought notable developments in North Carolina labor law, from judicial interpretations of retaliation standards to evolving legislative protections and federal enforcement actions. For questions about how these changes may affect your rights or obligations, contact HKM Employment Attorneys for legal guidance tailored to your situation.
North Carolina House Bill 1071 Advances — Legislation
Date: June 18, 2025
Summary:
House Bill 1071, which proposes an expansion of employment protections for pregnant workers, passed a key House committee in June. The bill mirrors federal protections under the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) but would extend state-level enforcement by the North Carolina Department of Labor. It includes specific language mandating reasonable accommodations and prohibits employers from forcing pregnant workers onto leave if accommodations are available.
Implications:
If passed, this bill would expand the rights of pregnant employees across North Carolina and expose employers to additional enforcement mechanisms at the state level. Employers should monitor this legislation closely and prepare to update policies and training.
EEOC Settles Disability Discrimination Case with Winston-Salem Manufacturer — EEOC Enforcement
Date: June 25, 2025
Summary:
The EEOC announced a settlement with a North Carolina-based manufacturing company in Winston-Salem for violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The company allegedly failed to accommodate a worker with epilepsy and terminated him after a seizure incident. The consent decree includes $130,000 in damages and injunctive relief, including mandated training and policy updates.
Implications:
This case highlights the EEOC’s ongoing enforcement of disability accommodation requirements and signals increased scrutiny of North Carolina employers’ handling of health-related performance issues. Employers should ensure their HR teams are trained on ADA compliance and interactive accommodation processes.
Conclusion: Looking back on Charlotte, NC Labor Law Updates in June 2025
With North Carolina courts increasingly addressing discrimination, breach of contract, unpaid wages, and retaliatory employer conduct, having a dedicated employment lawyer in Charlotte is more critical than ever. At HKM Employment Attorneys in Charlotte, our all-plaintiff team—including managing partner Sunny Panyanouvong‑Rubeck and experienced litigator Taylor Adams—specializes in representing employees on issues from non-competes and harassment to wage and hour disputes with zero upfront fees . We bring trial-tested advocacy, local insight, and a no‑fee‑unless‑we‑win promise to every case. If recent court rulings in the Charlotte area have you reviewing your rights at work, reach out to our Charlotte office and let us help you take action.
