Louisiana governor signs order banning LGBT discrimination

In doing so, Gov. John Bel Edwards overturned a law signed by ex-governor Bobby Jindal.

By Tom Starner • April 18, 2016

The complexity of Fair Pay laws may push people analytics to the forefront

Fair pay laws could be the key to inspiring CHROs to consider talent analytics as part of key business strategy, according to an expert.

By Tom Starner • April 18, 2016

New alliance focuses on FLSA, worker classification legal challenges

A new alliance between XpertHR and ComplianceHR primarily aims to help employers tackle upcoming rule changes.

By Tom Starner • April 15, 2016

LGBT discrimination cases expand as national discussion continues

The EEOC says LGBT bias claims rose 28% in 2015, mainly due to 28 states who offer no legal protection for LGBT workers.

By Tom Starner • April 15, 2016

Acting OPM head calls for elimination of 'unconscious' workplace bias

She cites blind hiring as a way to combat the overwhelmingly white and male majority at the federal level.

By Tom Starner • April 15, 2016

Can the Uber-like Chariot for Women legally only hire women drivers?

Some argue that they could run into legal trouble for not picking up or hiring men.

By Tom Starner • April 14, 2016

North Carolina governor attempts to amend controversial law

After pressure from outside groups, he asked the legislature to amend the "Bathroom Bill" to put back discrimination protections. But critics say it's far from enough.

By Tom Starner • April 13, 2016

Wearable devices can drive wellness, but also pose legal risks

Workplace wearables can also affect both privacy and confidentiality, as many wearables can record location and other sensitive information.

By Tom Starner • April 12, 2016

Wisconsin right-to-work law deemed unconstitutional by state judge

But the fight isn't over, as it will head to appeals court next.

By Tom Starner • April 11, 2016

North Carolina law may include phrase that removes right to sue in state court

One sentence in particular has gotten the attention of lawyers on both sides of the issue.

By Tom Starner • April 11, 2016

Uber settles case on background checks, gets second look at class action

The company is back in the legal news again, as it won one courtroom battle and lost another.

By Tom Starner • April 8, 2016

US Supreme Court rejects Wal-Mart, Wells Fargo class-action appeals

Those two decisions, plus a late March decision involving Tyson Foods, have signaled a change in the court's view of class-action cases.

By Tom Starner • April 7, 2016

Court: Retail employees are allowed to sit down to work

Chairs may be more common at California checkout lines, for example, thanks to the ruling.

By Tom Starner • April 6, 2016

Lyft, Uber lawsuits will resonate beyond on-demand employers, says expert

The cases could send ripples far beyond those involved in "gig-" type work.

By Tom Starner • April 5, 2016

North Carolina's new law gets strong pushback from major employers

The state passed the controversial bill last week, and repercussions are already being felt.

By Tom Starner • April 4, 2016

Supreme Court hears arguments on whether EEOC owes $4.7M in attorney fees

Should the agency be held liable for fees even if the case is summarily dismissed?

By Kathryn Moody • March 31, 2016

Supreme Court split allows mandatory public union fees to continue

Split 4-4, the court therefore let stand a decision by a lower court that ruled in favor of the unions.

By Kathryn Moody • March 29, 2016

Avoiding the ACA by cutting hours could lead to litigation

Food and retail employers are specifically at risk.

By Tom Starner • March 29, 2016

Lyft California case looks like it will sidestep employee classification

The judge on the case does note that the current settlement proposal may be too low, however.

By Tom Starner • March 28, 2016

Why it's vital for employers to get the Form I9 process right

Not following the current laws may lead to severe penalties.

By Tom Starner • March 28, 2016

Credit check bans may have backfired for black job candidates

They were enacted to protect minorities from job discrimination, but a study found that bias in hiring continued.

By Tom Starner • March 24, 2016

Study: Opting out of workers' comp in Texas led to massive employer savings

The legality of these options continues to be questioned, however.

By Tom Starner • March 24, 2016

Why two economists believe Uber, Lyft drivers are employees

They believe it's a clear case of time management control.

By Tom Starner • March 24, 2016

HR staff could be held personally responsible for FMLA legal actions

The decision came down to how much control an HR manager has over an employee's work life.

By Tom Starner • March 24, 2016

Lyft may have saved up to $126M by using contractors over employees

Documents made public in a California lawsuit against Lyft revealed the potential calculation, though Lyft doesn't believe it is accurate.

By Tom Starner • March 23, 2016