RC Kelly Law Associates

10/27/2026

Because good drivers are hard to find, every driver is worth the effort of performance management when problems arise. Employers should be sure to start at the beginning. Clear and up to date job descriptions, including essential functions and requirements, are critical to set defensible expectations. A job description which specifically notes bending and lifting requirements is your best support in defensible hiring decisions for those expected to lift, assist, or secure students on your buses.

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Because good drivers are hard to find, every driver is worth the effort of performance management when problems arise. Employers should be sure to start at the beginning. Clear and up to date job descriptions, including essential functions and requir

10/22/2026

Winter road conditions can make even the best-planned school bus routes challenging. ❄️🚌

Now is the time to review routes with drivers, identify tricky stops, and address potential safety concerns before snow and ice create hazards. Proactive planning helps keep students safe, routes compliant, and operations running smoothly.

Need guidance on discussing bus stop safety with your school district? RC Kelly Law Associates can help.

10/19/2026

October 19 - October 23 marks National School Bus Safety Week! We have seen first hand the dedication that the school transportation professionals put in each day to ensure that children arrive safely to school and home.

Share this post to help spread the important of school bus safety and remind motorists to always follow stop laws as the school bus loads and unloads its passengers.

10/15/2026

St. Louis Arc is being sued by the EEOC. A pregnant employee asked for a temporary 20-pound lifting restriction, which the nonprofit routinely gave other workers with temporary restrictions. Instead, it put her on forced leave and fired her when the leave ran out, shortly before her due date.

Forced leave is not an accommodation, and getting this wrong can lead to a federal lawsuit.

RC Kelly Law helps employers stay compliant and avoid risk. From training to policy reviews—we're your proactive legal partner.

✅ PWFA compliance
✅ Handbook audits
✅ Accommodation protocols

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Read the full release: https://www.eeoc.gov/newsroom/eeoc-sues-st-louis-arc-pregnancy-discrimination

10/13/2026

Contracts are the backbone of transactions, partnerships, and service agreements. However, the importance of thoroughly reviewing these contracts is often underestimated. Failing to review contracts can expose businesses to significant risks that can result in financial losses, legal troubles, and damaged reputations. Here, we delve into the key risks of not reviewing contracts and why due diligence is essential.

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Contracts are the backbone of transactions, partnerships, and service agreements. However, the importance of thoroughly reviewing these contracts is often underestimated. Failing to review contracts can expose businesses to significant risks that can

10/08/2026

Federal enforcement of English language proficiency (“ELP”) requirements for commercial drivers has changed significantly over the past year. Although the requirement for commercial drivers to be proficient in English is longstanding under applicable Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (“FMCSA”) driver qualification regulations, recent FMCSA enforcement guidance provides that drivers who fail ELP can be placed out-of-service during a covered roadside inspection.

Now, FMCSA is proposing to place that consequence directly into the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (“FMCSRs”). For school bus contractors, the important question is therefore not whether ELP is a new requirement, but what this stronger enforcement and newly proposed rule means for covered operations and how contractors can prepare their drivers.

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Federal enforcement of English language proficiency (“ELP”) requirements for commercial drivers has changed significantly over the past year. Although the requirement for commercial drivers to be proficient in English is longstanding under applicab

10/06/2026

National School Bus Safety Week is coming up on October 19-23, 2026, so now is the perfect time for transportation contractors to refresh on topics relating to safety.

One important area of focus is the safe transportation of students with disabilities. For transportation contractors, providing safe individualized transportation services often begins with understanding what is required under both the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (“IDEA”) and the student’s Individualized Education Plan (“IEP”).

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National School Bus Safety Week is coming up on October 19-23, 2026, so now is the perfect time for transportation contractors to refresh on topics relating to safety. One important area of focus is the safe transportation of students with disabiliti

10/01/2026

Walmart is being sued by the EEOC. A deaf employee asked for a sign language interpreter so he could take part in daily staff meetings. He asked repeatedly for almost three years and never got one, even after the state sent the company information about video remote interpreting services.

Ignoring accommodation requests can lead to a federal lawsuit.

RC Kelly Law helps employers stay compliant and avoid risk. From training to policy reviews—we're your proactive legal partner.

✅ ADA compliance
✅ Handbook audits
✅ Accommodation protocols

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🌐 www.rckelly.com

Read the full release: https://www.eeoc.gov/newsroom/eeoc-sues-walmart-disability-discrimination-10

09/29/2026

Selling your business is a big step, and it comes with plenty of legal complexities, from contracts to negotiations. Having an experienced legal partner by your side can make all the difference. We help protect your interests, keep the process running smoothly, and make sure you get the most out of your sale. Reach out to our team to see how we can guide you every step of the way.

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09/24/2026

HR support isn't one-size-fits-all, because of that, we offer two ways to work with us:

✔ Incident-Based Support — focused, on-demand help for a specific issue: employee complaints, disciplinary actions, terminations, or policy questions.

✔ Ongoing Support (BCP Program) — predictable monthly access to HR and legal guidance, policy development, supervisor training, and proactive updates on changing employment law.

Whether you need help with one situation or a long-term compliance partner, we meet you where you are. Learn more: rckelly.com/humanresources