Work done at employers' homes by car audio tech not joint employment, 5th Cir. says

Multiple employers can be liable for one employee under the FLSA, but the tests for joint employment vary under different laws.

By Lisa Burden • Nov. 8, 2018

Election day winners and losers HR execs should watch

Democrats took the House, Republicans held their Senate majority and a number of state minimum wage initiatives passed.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 7, 2018

Nursing facility pays $465K for return-to-work policy

So-called 100% healed policies fail to consider the ADA's reasonable accommodation mandate, according to EEOC.

By Lisa Burden • Nov. 7, 2018

Employer pays $170K to resolve suit alleging worksite noose, KKK meeting

The EEOC said that, despite repeated complaints, MPW Industrial Services, Inc., did not attempt to stop the harassment.

By Lisa Burden • Nov. 6, 2018

4 employment law predictions for 2019

"The light will continue to be shined" on issues like harassment, but Epstein Becker & Green attorneys advise HR to pay attention to developments in other areas, too.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 6, 2018

Election day: Voters consider minimum wage, marijuana ballot questions

Pay attention to the political goings on at the federal level, but keep track of rules and regulations from states and localities, an expert told HR Dive.

By Katie Clarey • Nov. 6, 2018

Working to keep employees from being poached? Not so fast

DOJ plans to pursue criminal charges against those who agree not to solicit a competitor's employees, so HR must be extra vigilant, experts said during a recent webinar.

By Jennifer Carsen • Nov. 5, 2018

IRS raises annual retirement plan contribution cap to $19K for 2019

Employees across generations aren't saving enough for retirement, let alone contributing as much as the tax code allows.

By Ryan Golden , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 5, 2018

2018's duds: 3 cases that fell flat

In this installment of "Other Duties as Assigned," HR Dive's senior editor, Kate Tornone, discusses 2018's duds and why you still need to make note of them.

By Kate Tornone • Nov. 2, 2018

Home care company agrees to pay $7.5M to settle drive-time claims

The plaintiffs said they were not paid for time spent driving between clients and that state law entitled them to at least $5.15 an hour for such time.

By Lisa Burden • Nov. 2, 2018

Applebee's pays $100K to settle transgender hostess' bias suit

EEOC guidance on transgender discrimination has been challenged in court, but the agency continues to enforce its position, suing employers that don't comply with its directive.

By Lisa Burden • Nov. 1, 2018

Employee's work — not job description — defines ADA essential functions, 6th Cir. says

Experts, however, say it's still important to maintain accurate and up-to-date job descriptions.

By Lisa Burden • Oct. 31, 2018

Google workers plan walkout over company's handling of sexual harassment

The employer's recent troubles hit on a third rail of employee management today: whether companies should take a stand on public issues.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 31, 2018

40% of workers admit coming to work with the flu

Employers can take a proactive approach to the flu, creating a culture that encourages vaccination.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 31, 2018

A running list of states and localities with predictive scheduling mandates

Los Angeles County passed a fair workweek ordinance in April that takes effect today.

By Kathryn Moody • Updated April 26, 2024

Employer protected 'favored employee' from sexual harassment claims, EEOC says

Two victims, a witness, and a supervisor were allegedly fired after shedding light on harassment by the husband of a high-ranking employee.

By Lisa Burden • Oct. 30, 2018

Back to Basics: A newbie's crash course on the FLSA

In this installment of Back to Basics, HR Dive lays out the basics of federal wage and hour law.

By Katie Clarey • Oct. 29, 2018

Google fired 48 people for sexual harassment in the past 2 years

Stories regarding sexual harassment allegations at companies with Google's clout hold weight in the current media landscape.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 29, 2018

Most Americans believe sexual assault is widespread, putting pressure on HR

HR leaders don't need to wait for social forces to address sexual misconduct. Experts say to investigate complaints, conduct training and enforce policies.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 29, 2018

Firing based on abortion is sex discrimination, court says

Training for managers can be key in making sure that employers don't run afoul of legal requirements.

By Lisa Burden • Oct. 26, 2018

EEOC doubles down on transgender protections as conflict intensifies

As the Supreme Court weighs its next move, EEOC and DOJ remain at odds. But experts are advising employers not to discriminate on the basis of either gender identity or sexual orientation.

By Ryan Golden • Oct. 26, 2018

DOL considering religious liberty exemption for contractors

It's unclear whether the rule, scheduled to be proposed in December, will apply only to religious corporations or extend to closely held, for-profit businesses with religious owners.

By Lisa Burden • Oct. 25, 2018

EEOC sues employer for ruling out job applicants based on Suboxone use

The ADA requires that any possible side effects of drug treatment be assessed on an individualized basis, according to an EEOC official.

By Lisa Burden • Oct. 24, 2018

Reasonable accommodations not limited to essential job functions, 5th Cir. says

A district court initially said that DHS need not provide an employee with a vision impairment access to large-print meeting materials — but an appeals court disagreed.

By Lisa Burden • Oct. 23, 2018

DOL rolls out compliance tools for new and small businesses

The efforts align with the Trump administration's "compliance assistance" approach. 

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Oct. 23, 2018