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New book tracks 50 years of landmark LGBTQ+ legal battles

Making the Case for Equality, featuring a foreword by author Roxane Gay, celebrates 50 years of Lambda Legal's advocacy for LGBTQ+ civil rights.

Judge Slams Hobby Lobby's Transphobic Environment

Last year activists worried that the Supreme Court's ruling in Burwell v. Hobby Lobby opened the door to discrimination — but in one trans employee’s case, the bias was already occurring. 

Gay Men in Ariz. Seek Immediate Marriage Recognition

George Martinez, who has terminal cancer, and husband Fred McQuire are asking Arizona to recognize their marriage, performed in California last month.

Our Response to Overturning Roe v. Wade Is Crucial

It will determine whether or not we wake up in a country resembling Gilead of The Handmaid's Tale.

Supreme Court Sends Oregon Wedding Cake Case Back to State

The state should reconsider the discrimination case in light of Masterpiece Cakeshop, the high court rules.

Jennifer C. Pizer Named Lambda Legal's Chief Legal Officer

Pizer, who joined Lambda Legal in 1996, previously held the post on an acting basis.

Judge says marriage ban initiative needs clarification

In a ruling hailed as a victory by those on both sides of the issue, a California judge on Thursday ruled that a proposed ballot initiative that would strip domestic partners of their rights needs more clarification before signature gathering can begin.

Two SCOTUS Rulings Uphold Right to Discriminate Against LGBTQ+ People

Rulings involving religious employers have broad negative implications for LGBTQ+ Americans.

Biden administration rescinds, replaces Trump-era 'license to discriminate in health care' rule

The new rule strikes a balance between protecting health care workers' consciences and assuring that patients receive the care they need, LGBTQ+ activists say.

When Religion Becomes an Excuse to Discriminate

It's not just about cake. Discrimination is happening in every corner of society.

Whither Domestic Partnerships?

Now that marriage equality has been mandated for the Golden State, what happens to gay and lesbian Californians registered as domestic partners? Lambda Legal's Jennifer C. Pizer explains it all.

Trump’s first executive orders could have devastating effects on transgender Americans

Gender-nonconforming people could be kicked out of accommodations and be barred from international travel.

303 Creative SCOTUS Ruling Is Signal to Keep Fighting, Activists Say

The Supreme Court's ruling is narrow in scope but sets the stage for more chipping away at antidiscrimination law.

Arizona High Court Grants Stationery Shop License to Discriminate

The court said Brush & Nib Studio can refuse to create custom invitations for same-sex weddings without violating Phoenix's nondiscrimination law.