EEO-1 reporting closes tomorrow; are you ready?

Even if you've already submitted all required documentation, this is a good opportunity to double check that you received confirmation from the commission.

By Sean Cooper • May 31, 2018

Effects of 'Epic' SCOTUS ruling emerge as employees ordered into arbitration

Last week's opinion is already having real implications for both employers and employees, but lawmakers also are considering bills that could limit its reach.

By Lisa Burden • May 30, 2018

Lowe's reportedly compels managers to sign arbitration agreements

To receive bonuses the home improvement retailer's managers and assistant managers agree not to pursue claims in court or join a class action, the Huffington Post reports.

By Daphne Howland • May 30, 2018

Is your career page accessible?

The ADA requires that application and interview processes be accessible to applicants with disabilities. But what does that look like?

By Jennifer Carsen • May 29, 2018

Employer may have to defend 'too many pregnant workers' comment at trial

The allegations illustrate why training, especially for front-line managers, has long been considered an important part of preventing discrimination.

By Lisa Burden • May 29, 2018

University of Denver to pay $2.6M to settle law professors' pay discrimination claims

The settlement demonstrates the continued push to close the pay gap throughout the nation.

By Lisa Burden • May 25, 2018

Starbucks shares a preview of its anti-bias training curriculum

The decision could lead to more conversations about inclusion, especially as employment experts continue to debate whether unconscious bias can actually be eliminated through training.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 25, 2018

Dell EMC to pay $2.9M to settle gender, race pay discrimination charges

High-profile companies — especially those in the tech sector — continue to make headlines when it comes to pay equity.

By Lisa Burden • May 24, 2018

Time's Up backs sexual harassment claims against McDonald's, Walmart

The activist group, founded in the aftermath of the Harvey Weinstein investigation, is still fairly new, but could be one to watch.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 24, 2018

3 challenges for HR to think about as GDPR takes effect

HR may be familiar with the importance of data privacy, but it isn’t usually focused on the specifics of the process. It may need to be after May 25.

By Kathryn Moody • May 24, 2018

Ability to work overtime can be ADA essential function, court says

In a lawsuit involving a UPS driver, the 8th Circuit deferred to the employer's job description and judgment that overtime was necessary.

By Lisa Burden • May 23, 2018

Dealership settles claims that it failed to pay salespeople in weeks they didn't sell cars

A commission-based pay structure doesn't alleviate an employer’s responsibility to pay employees at least the minimum wage for all hours worked, DOL said.

By Lisa Burden • May 22, 2018

Staffing company sued for complying with clients' race, sex preferences

EEOC has made clear that client preference is no defense to discrimination charges.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 21, 2018

Businesses prepare for the worst as H-2B shortages hit close to home

A story playing out in cafes in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, is hitting a range of industries across the U.S.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 21, 2018

Supreme Court OKs collective action waivers

Although largely expected, the ruling is good news for employers who require workers to arbitrate claims individually.

By Lisa Burden • May 21, 2018

J.C. Penney prevails on loss prevention manager's race discrimination claims

An employee cannot prove discrimination by simply arguing that he was better qualified than the person who received the position he coveted, the 11th Circuit said.

By Lisa Burden • May 18, 2018

Fox News to pay $10M to end a series of race and gender discrimination suits

Organizations and their HR officers who ignore or refuse to act on complaints increase their risk of liability — and create a culture that could stifle innovation and success in the long run.

By Kathryn Moody , Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 18, 2018

School settles allegations it fired teacher for Suboxone use

The employee was fired 30 minutes into his first workday because of his participation in a medication-assisted treatment program for prior opiate addiction, EEOC alleged.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 17, 2018

Few employers altered sexual harassment prevention efforts after #MeToo, workers say

In organizations that acted to address sexual misconduct, survey respondents were more likely to say that their employer provides the necessary resources to help them manage stress.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 17, 2018

In 'unusual' ADA ruling, 5th Circuit affirms finding that employee had no disability

Since the ADA Amendments Act took effect, it's rare to see courts hold that an employee doesn't have a disability. But a recent case presented a "perfect storm" of facts.

By Lisa Burden • May 17, 2018

ICE worksite investigations are already double that of last year

ICE's enforcement efforts should come as no surprise, as the agency began warning employers last year that it planned to at least quadruple investigations.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 16, 2018

SCOTUS won't review ruling that put accommodation onus on employee

Employers still bear a great deal of responsibility for accommodation ideas, however, especially when it comes to the interactive process.

By Lisa Burden • Updated Jan. 7, 2019

Uber nixes mandatory arbitration for individual sexual harassment claims

Notably, the company also said it would not require survivors to sign NDAs that prevent them from talking about alleged harassment or assault.

By Ryan Golden • May 15, 2018

Lactation room claim may be headed for trial

Litigation around the FLSA's relatively new requirements has begun, but some employers aren't waiting for this new body of case law.

By Lisa Burden • May 15, 2018

Goodwill and an affiliate pay $850K to settle claims they failed to stop sexual harassment

EEOC alleged that six night-shift janitors experienced routine harassment from their direct supervisor. Some of the employees had developmental disabilities and were new to the workforce, the commission said.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • May 14, 2018