McGillivary Steele Elkin LLP

09/08/2026

What happens when the federal government is accused of violating the same workplace rules workers are expected to follow?
MSE has filed lawsuits challenging actions that allegedly:
✅ Canceled collective bargaining agreements
✅ Stripped workers of bargaining rights
✅ Exposed federal employees' personal information
✅ Denied required reservist pay
These cases involve claims under the First Amendment, Fifth Amendment, Administrative Procedure Act, Privacy Act, and federal pay statutes.
Read more about the cases and what they could mean for working people nationwide.

07/14/2026

Texas secured a $13M+ resolution against Walmart’s Spark Driver program after allegations that drivers were shown earnings, tips, or incentives that didn’t match what they actually received. Walmart denies wrongdoing. Learn more ⬇️

Texas secured a $13M+ resolution involving Walmart’s Spark Driver program after alleging violations of the TDTPA.

07/01/2026

As of July 1, 2026, Virginia workers gain stronger tools to fight wage theft. Find out your rights, how to take action, and the compensation you can recover under House Bill 238.

06/26/2026

Starting July 1, 2026, Virginia workers gain new rights to fair pay and transparency. Check out the link below to learn how this new law can help you earn what you deserve.

06/24/2026

Virginia is expanding protections against noncompete agreements starting July 1, 2026. Learn what you can do if your employer violates your rights. Link in the comments.

Virginia expands protections against noncompete agreements as of July 1, 2026. Learn what you can do if your employer violates your rights.

06/17/2026

A recently settled class action addresses claims that an airline failed to credit military leave in workers’ retirement plans, raising serious questions under federal employment and benefits law.

Recently settled class action asserts airline failed to credit workers’ retirement plans during military leave, raising questions under USERRA and ERISA.

04/27/2026

A Tesla Gigafactory worker says racist slurs, “slave” references, and threats of “whipping” were part of the daily grind—while HR allegedly looked the other way. A new federal lawsuit puts another spotlight on claims that civil rights violations at Tesla aren’t a bug, but a pattern. To learn more, visit:

Tesla's Nevada Gigafactory faces new racial harassment lawsuit, filed by MSE attorneys, alleging slave references and slurs on the shop floor

04/10/2026

Getting paid like an employee but taxed like a business? 🤔
If you’re on a 1099 but living a W 2 life, you might be misclassified. Your paycheck deserves better. 💸
👉 Read our latest blog & see where you really land.

The Lively v. Baldoni case demonstrates the important differences between the legal rights of employees and independent contractors.