The U.S. Supreme Court ruled today, June 26, 2015, in the case of Obergefell v Hodges, that States can no longer prohibit and all must recognize marriage between two people of the same sex. States must also recognize same-sex marriages for couples who were married out-of-State and same-sex spouses must now be recognized as such for State law purposes. Important implications for individuals and employers include:
For Employers:
For Individuals:
If you have any questions about implications for you as an employer or as an individual, please contact any of our attorneys.