Former Wendy's workers sue, citing on-the-job flashing and groping

The plaintiffs said a manager at a Georgia-based franchisee location where they worked engaged in groping, slapping and even bullying some employees.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 26, 2017

Trump names Victoria Lipnic Acting Chair of EEOC

Lipnic has served as EEOC Commissioner since 2010, when she was appointed by President Barack Obama.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 26, 2017

Why asking about past workers' comp claims is illegal

While employers may want to know if an employee has a history of workers' comp claims, employees are protected by a few laws.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 26, 2017

NY governor addresses pay inequality with executive order

Under a conservative administration, more states may take individual action on employment law issues.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 26, 2017

What employers need to know — and do — about the troubled ACA

A few pen strokes have put the Affordable Care Act in peril — leaving employers to watch as years of compliance changes may be undone.

By Kathryn Moody • Jan. 26, 2017

When 'exempt' employees don't perform their duties, classifying them gets tricky

It doesn't matter whether those duties are listed in the job description, one observer writes.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 25, 2017

Trump labor picks could aid McDonald's fight against joint employer suits

The NLRB shook up the compliance landscape when it changed its view on franchise relationships in the 2015 Browning vs. Ferris case.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 25, 2017

$37B Aetna-Humana merger blocked by federal judge

The judge argued the merger wouldn't necessarily prevent the companies from raising costs or decreasing benefits.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 24, 2017

Employees replaced by H-1B visa workers might be unable to prove discrimination

Observers don't think a group of Disney IT professionals will have proper Title VII grounds to sue over being replaced by H-1B hires.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 24, 2017

Texas Supreme Court pressured to reconsider spousal benefits for gay couples

The lawsuit states: “It is perfectly constitutional for the government to offer benefits or subsidies to some married couples while withholding those benefits from others.”

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 24, 2017

Free market, infrastructure may affect workers' comp under Trump

One expert predicts a shift to value-based medicine for all healthcare plans, including workers’ compensation, under a Trump administration.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 24, 2017

Study: Gender stereotypes keep gender inequality alive in workplace

Most men (77%) and slightly more than half of women (55%) believe men make better leaders in high-stake projects.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 23, 2017

Lawmakers to reintroduce bipartisan H-1B reform bill

The question is on the table. How, if at all, will this bill affect the debate over the visa program?

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 23, 2017

Expert: Wage and hour class action suits dipped slightly in 2016, but expect 2017 uptick

2016's top 10 wage and hour class action suits alone set employers back by nearly $700 million in settlement payments.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 23, 2017

Executive order to begin ACA repeal among President Trump's first acts

The executive order does not repeal anything just yet, but sets the framework for removing or reducing major parts of the law.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 23, 2017

Employment law violators to face steeper penalties

Notable jumps included fines for violating FLSA minimum wage and overtime standards, as well as FMLA posting requirements.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 20, 2017

Tax-law changes, higher interest rates could close more defined benefits plans

One expert predicts regulatory agencies will step up retirement plan audits in 2017.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 20, 2017

Trump's HHS nominee talks up ACA replacement plan at confirmation hearing

It's not completely certain what the plan will look like, but one model supported by Price would establish age-based credits for individual market plans.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 20, 2017

Some states poised to protect workers' rights under pro-business Trump presidency

New York’s attorney general is aiming to be an example to other top state attorneys throughout the nation.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 20, 2017

EEOC reports handling 97,443 discrimination charges in 2016

Retaliation, race and disability topped the list of discrimination complaints, the EEOC says.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 19, 2017

29% of business owners think Trump will block the FLSA overtime rule

The FLSA overtime rule is still in limbo, for now.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 19, 2017

SHRM asks Congress to strengthen employer-sponsored healthcare under ACA repeal

Particular requests include keeping employer flexibility under ERISA and eliminating the excise or "Cadillac" tax.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 19, 2017

CNN reports Puzder may be rethinking DOL nomination

The Trump transition team disputes CNN's report, citing a tweet from the DOL nominee. His confirmation hearing date was set today as well.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 18, 2017

Trump vows to rescind Obama's executive orders, potentially including diversity gains

Many of Obama's executive orders were aimed at protecting minority groups in the federal government.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 18, 2017

Employers must start using new Form I-9 on Jan. 22

"Smart I-9" adds new functionalities without making excessive changes. A new administration will make detailed reporting even more crucial.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Jan. 17, 2017