The Cathleen Scott Podcast

Before critical labor legislation was signed into law in the 1930s, the Industrial Revolution was a notoriously difficult time for workers. As manufacturing technology was booming, many workers moved and sought work in big cities. With machines and large corporations dictating the work, this period in history can be characterized by long hours, minimal protections for workers, excruciating labor, dangerous working conditions, and c...

Following Pride Month 2026, it is clear to see that corporate participation in DEI initiatives and/or public sponsorship of social justice causes has declined significantly in the last few years.

Many Fortune 100 companies have halted use of language like "DEI" or "racial diversity" in their public filings. Additionally, corporate sponsorship of Pride Month has rapidly declined, creating a funding challenge for many movements in va...

Following the murder of controversial political figure Charlie Kirk, a wave of free-speech court cases emerged. Many public employees were terminated or subject to adverse employment action following comments they made on their personal social media accounts regarding Kirk's views.

Public employees have special rights as it relates to what they can and cannot be terminated for. Unlike private employees, public employees have protec...

Texas & Louisiana lawmakers are passing legislation to require the 10 commandments hang in public K-12 schools statewide. Given the inevitable controversy that this legislation will bring, many citizens and organizations have challenged this legislation, and brought the matter to the courts. 

Does hanging the Ten Commandments in public schools create coercion and impose religious values, thereby degrading religious freedom...

Over the course of history, you typically find the "youngsters" innovating new technology first, while older generations lag behind. In the case of AI, it may be the opposite.

As AI tools become more advanced and widely used, different generations have come to draw different conclusions about the value and risks.

Cathleen Scott, board-certified labor and employment lawyer, discusses how she retains a balance of safety and value-add...

Can a federal agency compel a university to provide a list of students based on their participation in certain campus activities or clubs, or even their religious affiliation?

Cathleen Scott outlines the developing dispute between a federal agency and the University of Pennsylvania, where the EEOC has requested information related to religious organizations and academic programs.

Cathleen Scott, a board-certified employment law at...

Minecraft is an open-world game in which players can freely build and break blocks to build anything they imagine. Unexpectedly, it has also become the platform in which a virtual library was built, to deliver censored material to vulnerable countries in which access to information is limited.

The Reporters Without Borders built the Uncensored Library in 2020, which contained corridors categorized by country (ex. Russia or Egypt). ...

Trump's Administration has been sued over 600 times. How is the administration fairing in the courts?

The presidential election is the priority focus for most voters, but in times like these, it is clear just how important our other appointed and elected officials are to uphold our democratic integrity.

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Filing a lawsuit is a significant undertaking, and any individual who is considering to do so should understand what that truly entails, and the potential consequences. Board certified employment attorney Cathleen Scott sits down with attorney Anne Tomasello to discuss the realities of litigation, it's effectivity, and the pros and cons.

About Scott Law Team: Scott Law Team offers legal services to employers and employees in the a...

National headlines read - "Trump Administration Seeks List of Jewish Students & Faculty at the University of Pennsylvania." 

Cathleen Scott peels back the onion layers to determine fact from fiction, and to understand the reality of pressing current events. Given Cathleen's extensive employment law background, she is more than qualified to give us the inside scoop. 

Cathleen Scott, a board-certified employment law at...

It is often easy to visualize your ultimate reality, but how do you take actionable steps towards really making your lofty dreams or wishes come true?

Often the 10-year and 5-year goals are the easiest ones to chart - what about the next 90 days?

Learn more about how you can create a tangible pathway to your dreams, and in turn how to convert your wish into a real plan.

Cathleen Scott is the managing partner of Scott Law Team, Flo...

Cathleen Scott and Anne Tomasello, a senior associate at Scott Law Team, explore the complexities of employment law in the healthcare industry—highlighting why it's essential for professionals to have their employment agreements thoroughly reviewed before signing.

Cathleen Scott, a board-certified employment law attorney with over 25 years of experience, brings deep insight into the legal challenges healthcare professionals ...

State Rep. Dr. Anna V. Eskamani is a Democratic member of the Florida House of Representatives, proudly serving Orange County. As Florida’s first elected Iranian-American legislator, Dr. Eskamani is a passionate advocate for Democratic values in a state facing a surge of extreme policy and conservatism. 

Cathleen Scott sits down with Dr. Eskamani to unpack new Florida legislation, immigration issues, and the general pol...