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    US Chamber: Shutdown 'absolutely' slowing deregulation

    Employers are waiting for several high-profile regulatory decisions, including one affecting the H-1B visa process for skilled immigrants.

    By Jan. 17, 2019
  • Another tough flu season could cost businesses $17B

    Employers can encourage employees and their families to get vaccinated, but mandatory vaccinations for workers can be risky, legally speaking.

    By Lisa Burden • Jan. 17, 2019
  • Comments about Parkinson's may send BNSF to trial

    A field manager for the railway company allegedly told the plaintiff he was "never coming back to work."

    By Jennifer Carsen • Jan. 17, 2019
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    Google to end forced arbitration March 21

    The change will apply to the company's current and future U.S. and international employees, but not to former employees or settled claims.

    By Updated Feb. 22, 2019
  • Few global C-suite leaders talk about disability

    Businesses overlook the value of workers with disabilities, which is akin to dismissing a market the size of Indonesia, Brazil and Pakistan combined, research found.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 16, 2019
  • Former agents sue Farmers Insurance for age discrimination

    ADEA compliance remains a low priority for many employers, leading some to call age discrimination employment's "open secret."

    By Lisa Burden • Jan. 16, 2019
  • Starbucks to install needle-disposal boxes after workers raise safety concerns

    The opioid epidemic has hit American employers hard in recent years, and its effects extend beyond increased absenteeism and healthcare costs.

    By Jennifer Carsen • Jan. 16, 2019
  • Pair of injunctions halt employer ACA contraceptive opt-out

    The government will almost certainly appeal the ruling but employers' approach to contraceptive coverage is unlikely to change, regardless of the outcome.

    By Jan. 15, 2019
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    DOL: Employer failed to ensure temps were properly paid

    A book binder has agreed to pay almost $600,000 after DOL investigators determined it was a joint employer with its staffing agencies.

    By , Lisa Burden • Jan. 15, 2019
  • ADA doesn't require non-competitive transfers, court says

    In evaluating the claims of a Lowe's district manager, another court has weighed in on the reassignment debate.

    By Lisa Burden • Jan. 15, 2019
  • Oh là là: Au pair agencies settle wage-fixing claim for $65M

    Former employees alleged the employers colluded to pay au pairs below federal and state minimum wages.

    By Jan. 14, 2019
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    The risky intersection of employee discipline and protected activity

    When timing alone can establish retaliation, what's an employer to do?

    By Jennifer Carsen • Jan. 14, 2019
  • NYC mayor proposes 10 PTO days for private-sector workers

    Employees would be able to use the time off for any purpose, including vacation, religious observance, bereavement or family time.

    By Jan. 11, 2019
  • Shareholder alleges Google execs covered up sex harassment, assault

    Following an October 2018 New York Times investigation into misconduct at Google, the shareholder has alleged "a multi-year scheme" took place.

    By Jan. 11, 2019
  • Government shutdown throws a wrench into restaurant hiring

    The fast-food industry has been hit hard by the labor shortage in an employee-driven job market, and the shutdown has only exacerbated these issues.

    By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 11, 2019
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    New overtime rule headed for the White House

    One source predicts the NPRM will propose a salary threshold in the low- to mid-$30,000s and will be ready for public comment in March.

    By Updated Jan. 11, 2019
  • Restaurant pays big for repeat wage-hour violations

    China Palace Inc. will pay more than $145,000 in back wages, damages and interest to eight employees following a DOL investigation.

    By Jennifer Carsen • Jan. 11, 2019
  • 'I hate working with women': ADA doesn't excuse worker's outburst, court says

    The court said it was not convinced that federal law requires an employer to retain an employee who is rude and unprofessional to co-workers.

    By Jan. 10, 2019
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    EEOC continues 'aggressive litigation' despite Trump administration policies

    A look at the commission's 2018 efforts reveals a focus on #MeToo and LGBT protections, Seyfarth Shaw says in a new report.

    By Lisa Burden • Jan. 10, 2019
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    Uber to pay $1.3M to settle its oldest nationwide misclassification suit

    Employers have received little classification guidance from DOL, so it's important to understand how applicable courts test employee status.

    By Jan. 9, 2019
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    Despite finding no discrimination, court holds USPS liable for retaliation

    The case provides an important lesson in applying policies consistently and doling out discipline evenly.

    By Lisa Burden • Jan. 9, 2019
  • Delta to pay $2.3M to settle background check dispute

    The airline is the latest in a string of employers paying big for alleged background check errors.

    By Jennifer Carsen • Jan. 9, 2019
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    Trump comments on high-skilled foreign workers 'surprising' to employers

    Trump said he wants to let "brilliant companies have the smartest people in the world," but one expert doesn't expect immediate large-scale change.

    By Jan. 8, 2019
  • Shift change can be retaliation, 5th Cir. says

    Retaliation can extend beyond how a decision affects an employee's work.

    By Lisa Burden • Jan. 8, 2019
  • Deep Dive

    How external forces are reshaping FLSA compliance

    Technology, decreased unionization and greater access to information have made FLSA compliance crucial in the modern workplace.

    By Lisa Burden • Jan. 7, 2019