A recent California jury verdict has sent a clear message to employers: when it comes to workplace concerns and adverse employment actions, thorough HR documentation isn’t just good practice—it’s essential. In Valla v. Dignity Health Et Al. (Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles, June 2025), A single-plaintiff retaliation
Recent developments regarding tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) have raised important questions for home furnishings
In 2025, the Home Furnishings Association continued to be a unified voice for furniture retailers, advocating for policies that protect
In a price-driven retail environment, it’s easy to assume customers won’t spend beyond the lowest advertised price. In furniture retail,
Many home furnishings retailers are closely watching the possibility of tariff refunds following recent court rulings on IEEPA tariffs. For
The Home Furnishings Association invites the industry to join us at High Point Market for a special celebration honoring the
Join Peter Theran and Steve Fodor, LCB, MCS, Founder and CEO of Customs Services & Solutions, for a practical discussion on IEEPA tariffs, refund developments,
Chasing volume is no longer enough in retail today. Sustainable profitability comes from disciplined, high-impact decisions about assortment, floor space, inventory, and capital allocation.
