Gary Phelan Discusses Federal Layoffs and Legal Challenges on American Trends Podcast
06/03/2025Gary Phelan, a partner at Hurwitz Sagarin Slossberg & Knuff LLC and a seasoned employment law attorney, recently appeared on the American Trends podcast hosted by Larry Rifkin. In this episode, Phelan delved into the legal complexities surrounding recent federal layoffs, highlighting a surge in class-action lawsuits filed by affected workers. He emphasized that the approach taken by certain high-profile figures in executing these layoffs—marked by abruptness and disregard for legal protocols—sets a concerning precedent for employment practices.
With over 35 years of experience, Phelan has been at the forefront of employment law, representing both individuals and businesses in cases involving disability discrimination, age discrimination, sexual harassment, wrongful termination, and wage disputes. He is also a co-author of Disability Discrimination in the Workplace, a comprehensive treatise on federal and state disability laws.
Phelan's insights on the podcast shed light on the potential long-term implications of these federal employment decisions and underscore the importance of adhering to established legal standards in workforce management.