Will 'microaggression' become part of workplace discrimination lawsuits?

Microaggression, a subtle form of harassment and discrimination, has been an emerging issue on college campuses that may transition to the workplace, too.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 19, 2015

Employers face potential ADA, FMLA leave complications

The co-mingling of ADA and FMLA can cause legal complications if employers don't familiarize themselves with the way each applies to employee leave requests.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 19, 2015

Ex-worker sues NJ testing company for racial discrimination

An Asian-American former research scientist is suing ETS, the company behind the SAT and GRE exams.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 18, 2015

How to ensure background checks are FCRA compliant

When using background check forms, employers must ensure they do not run afoul of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 16, 2015

Outsourced HR professionals are taking their employer to court

If you are going to outsource HR, it probably should be for legitimate business reasons, as the city of North Las Vegas recently found out.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 12, 2015

Apple wins court case on retail employee bag searches

A California judge affirmed a similar SCOTUS decision from 2014.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 10, 2015

How to avoid the high cost of employee lawsuits

A report from an insurance carrier examines EEOC data and relays some "best practices" prevention strategies for employee discrimination lawsuits.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 10, 2015

Flu shot firings fuel national debate among healthcare workers

A New Jersey non-profit is the latest employer to fire workers for refusing to get flu shots, a trend that began as a result of an Affordable Care Act mandate.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 9, 2015

How to have a holly jolly holiday party: A guide for HR

Our guide to a perfectly planned (and completely compliant) holiday party. Now with GIFs.

By Kathryn Moody • Nov. 5, 2015

Pending federal budget boosts OSHA fines after 25-year lull

After 25 years of status quo, OSHA fines may be increasing up to 80%. 

By Tom Starner • Nov. 5, 2015

EEOC looks to extend wellness incentives to spouses

The EEOC has issued a proposed rule amendment that could allow spouses to be included for the first time when it comes to providing incentives.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 4, 2015

McDonald's fighting NLRB to avoid employee status for franchise workers

For decades, employees of McDonald's franchises were not considered to be employees of the parent company. 

By Tom Starner • Nov. 3, 2015

Researchers discover evidence of job discrimination against disabled Americans

Researchers from Rutgers and Syracuse universities mentioned a disability in a phony job application cover letter to reveal a startling disconnect.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 3, 2015

New year brings new healthcare workplace compliance challenges

Healthcare employers face five key issues as 2016 nears. One healthcare law firm offers some advice.

By Tom Starner • Nov. 2, 2015

Amazon sued by Prime Now delivery drivers claiming misclassification

Drivers in California claim that they were misclassified as independent contractors.

By Tom Starner • Oct. 29, 2015

General Mills suffers legal setback in age discrimination case

A federal judge in Minnesota dealt a blow to the cereal giant by allowing the workers the right to be heard in court.

By Tom Starner • Oct. 28, 2015

Survey: Legal compliance concerns HR leaders

Staying aligned with changing laws along with attracting and retaining talented workers remain top issues.

By Tom Starner • Oct. 27, 2015

With holiday hiring here, it's time to consider temp worker safety

With the holiday season nearly upon us, HR should team up with risk management to reduce workers' comp risks.

By Tom Starner • Oct. 27, 2015

California's Fair Pay law could prove a model for other states

The law also could give HR a stronger reason to vet job description and pay difference data.

By Tom Starner • Oct. 26, 2015

What employers need to consider with new potential overtime rules

While the final rules have not been declared, employers need to start considering what changes may be needed now.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 23, 2015

NLRB joint employer rule continues to confound

At the end of August, the NLRB changed the definition of joint employer. The resulting rules have been somewhat confusing since.

By Kathryn Moody • Oct. 21, 2015

Small businesses have mixed views on workplace pot use, says survey

Almost 20% of small business owners polled say they would allow pot use in the workplace if the employee had a prescription. 

By Tom Starner • Oct. 19, 2015

Manufacturers must update workplace discrimination policies

Following key U.S. Supreme Court decisions earlier this year, HR leaders in the manufacturing industry need to take a hard look at their company culture.

By Tom Starner • Oct. 19, 2015

Uber, Lyft drivers ruled employees in Oregon

The Oregon Bureau of Labor and Industries became the latest government body to land a blow to sharing economy taxi services.

By Tom Starner • Oct. 19, 2015

Energy workers file overtime lawsuit in PA

Pennsylvania energy workers claim they were required to work up to 84-hour work-weeks without being paid overtime.

By Tom Starner • Oct. 13, 2015