Worker says Dunkin’ franchisee retaliated after she researched tip law

“That’s AI,” the worker’s supervisor allegedly said in response to her findings. “That’s not real.”

By Emilie Shumway • July 21, 2025

Catholic bishops seek to block PWFA rule requiring accommodations for medical-related abortions

The USCCB argued that failing to block the rule would cause it irreparable harm because forcing it to “endorse non-conforming religious behavior for any period cannot be remedied with damages."

By Laurel Kalser • July 21, 2025

George Mason University faces federal probe into hiring and promotion practices

The U.S. Department of Justice said it aims to determine whether the school discriminates against employees based on sex and race.

By Laura Spitalniak • July 21, 2025

Mailbag: We want an opinion letter from DOL. How should we write our request?

There’s no “magic formula,” an attorney and former Labor Department official told HR Dive, but there are some best practices employers might want to follow.

By Ryan Golden • July 18, 2025

Trump nominates two new NLRB members, setting stage for a quorum

The nominations follow a back-and-forth court battle regarding former Democratic member Gwynne Wilcox, who was fired ahead of her term ending.

By Caroline Colvin • July 17, 2025

Employer settles claims that it refused to promote Black employee, fired her after bias complaint

Retaliation is unlawful irrespective of the validity of an employee’s complaint, the EEOC reminded employers.

By Ryan Golden • July 17, 2025

Lender reaches agreement with EEOC over claims it ignored supervisor’s harassment victims

In one case, the commission alleged, Academy Mortgage Corp. transferred an employee to a different branch after she complained of the conduct, before ultimately firing her.

By Ginger Christ • July 16, 2025

‘Heavy lift’: Colorado AI law sets high bar, analysts say

Colorado’s sweeping new AI law could be a blueprint for other states, per experts. Like the EU AI Act, the law applies to both developers and deployers of AI systems.

By Suman Bhattacharyya • July 16, 2025

Nearly 9% of younger workers use alcohol or drugs at work, study shows

Substance use occurs more often in blue-collar and service industry jobs, but comprehensive policies and supportive interventions can help, researchers said.

By Carolyn Crist • July 16, 2025

Wells Fargo workers allege union-busting again

Employees rallied in Charlotte on Tuesday to call attention to allegations that a senior HR executive at the bank is coercing workers to decertify their union.

By Gabrielle Saulsbery • July 15, 2025

Performance reviews undermine woman’s bias claim against Exxon Mobil, 7th Circuit says

Management-side attorneys have repeatedly stressed the importance of thorough documentation in defending employment lawsuits.

By Ryan Golden • July 15, 2025

Most employers worldwide feel unprepared for pay transparency laws

The vast majority of companies remain focused on compliance rather than using pay transparency as a strategic priority, a survey shows.

By Carolyn Crist • July 15, 2025

How to protect employees from heat and other climate extremes

Basics like shade, water and rest can help, but HR should involve workers in the planning process, sources told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • July 14, 2025

HR manager ends lawsuit alleging Clorox fired her for reporting bias complaints

The plaintiff said the employer refused to investigate allegations of racial preference at an Atlanta facility. Clorox denied the plaintiff’s claims. 

By Ryan Golden • July 14, 2025

Stanford researcher was harassed, fired due to antisemitism, lawsuit alleges

A university spokesperson told HR Dive that “Stanford takes any allegation of antisemitism very seriously,” but “a thorough investigation” found the allegations to be unsubstantiated. 

By Laurel Kalser • July 14, 2025

The hidden link: How financial wellness fuels mental health at work

Discover how financial wellness fuels mental health at work and why it’s not just a benefit anymore—it’s a business strategy.

July 14, 2025

Getting personal, rising above and avoiding lawsuits: 8 stories from SHRM25

Former U.S. President Joe Biden was among the speakers at the massive convention for HR professionals, held in San Diego.

By Emilie Shumway • July 11, 2025

This week in 5 numbers: Nearly a quarter of companies offer GLP-1 drug coverage for weight management

Here’s a roundup of numbers from the last week of HR news — including the percentage of managers who use AI to help determine terminations. 

By Ginger Christ • July 10, 2025

11th Circuit OKs firing of public-sector media aide who authored ‘off-color’ piece

In its second opinion of the last week dealing with the First Amendment and LGBTQ+ issues, the court again outlined the limits of free speech for workers.

By Emilie Shumway • July 9, 2025

US authorities unmask North Korean IT workers and their American accomplices

Federal officials said businesses should carefully verify the identities of remote employees to avoid falling prey to similar scams.

By Eric Geller • July 9, 2025

EEOC sues Chrysler manufacturer for allegedly firing a worker for not working during Passover

FCA US allegedly revoked the religious accommodation of the worker, who practices orthodox Judaism.

By Ginger Christ • July 9, 2025

Mailbag: The EEOC sent us a letter about our DEI programs. What should we do next?

Experts question whether the agency possesses the authority to issue such letters. But ignoring an agency notice or request is typically not a good tactic, an attorney told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • July 9, 2025

Trans teacher can be made to keep pronouns quiet, 11th Circuit says

Reversing a district court decision that found the Florida law violated the teacher’s First Amendment rights, the appeals court said her role as a government employee allowed for limitations.

By Emilie Shumway • July 8, 2025

EEOC: Workers with vision impairments couldn’t access education company’s training

As a result, employees used their personal time to complete required training by asking a sighted person or manager to help them, EEOC said.

By Carolyn Crist • July 8, 2025

DOL tosses Biden effort to end subminimum wage for workers with disabilities

The agency said workers rely on the program, despite the previous administration’s conclusion that it was no longer needed.

By Ryan Golden • July 7, 2025