Despite recent losses, DOJ doubles down on antitrust enforcement

Other federal agencies have made moves to limit corporate collusion in recent months.

By Emilie Shumway • June 12, 2023

Domino’s franchisee settles claim it required non-U.S. citizen applicant to show green card

Several recent settlement agreements demonstrate a DOJ commitment to this area in recent years.

By Kathryn Moody • June 12, 2023

Wildfires show need for climate change-related federal protections for workers, advocacy group says

“This is not a one-time crisis,” a worker safety leader warned.

By Ginger Christ • June 9, 2023

AI at work: What HR needs to know

Artificial intelligence seems to be on everyone’s mind. What does this mean for the future of work?

By Caroline Colvin • June 8, 2023

OSHA cites Dollar General store days after shareholders call for safety audit

The discount chain, which earned a place in OSHA’s Severe Violator Enforcement Program in 2022, has racked up millions in penalties in recent years.

By Emilie Shumway • June 7, 2023

DOL: Nevada Sonic franchisee pays $71K for allegedly letting teens work impermissible hours

As employers gear up for summer hiring, they may want to double-check managers are trained on the FLSA’s requirements for teen workers, a “best practice” the DOL recommends for ensuring compliance.

By Laurel Kalser • June 6, 2023

Court denies Marriott class-action settlement on suspicion of collusion

The federal court characterized the parties’ handling of class claims as “questionable.”

By Ginger Christ • June 5, 2023

The fight against forced arbitration and NDAs comes piece by piece

“Our mission is for every protected class to not be subjected to these silencing mechanisms,” former Fox News host Gretchen Carlson told HR Dive.

By Katie Clarey • June 5, 2023

Training, policies key to complying with New York City’s weight and height bias ban

The law takes effect Wednesday, Nov. 22.

By Emilie Shumway • June 5, 2023

Supreme Court limits union’s strike protection

The union says the decision “opens the door” for corporations to sue workers.

By Ginger Christ • June 2, 2023

EEOC report berates construction for discrimination

After a yearlong investigation, the agency says construction stands out from other industries for “egregious incidents of harassment.”

By Joe Bousquin • June 2, 2023

Target, union workers reach resolution over job ad age discrimination claims

Target agreed to expand its job posting practices to target older workers.

By Ginger Christ • June 1, 2023

Disability Management Employer Coalition names new CEO

Bryon Bass stepped into the new role June 1. Current CEO Terri Rhodes will assist in the transition through December.

By Caroline Colvin • June 1, 2023

Holidays only sometimes count against FMLA leave entitlements, DOL affirms

Designation depends on whether the employee is taking the full week or only part of it.

By Emilie Shumway • May 31, 2023

US workers testing positive for marijuana after job accidents at a 25-year high, data shows

Quest Diagnostics’ latest Drug Testing Index provides “compelling evidence” that increased use of marijuana contributes to the risk of workplace injury, a safety expert said.

By Laurel Kalser • May 31, 2023

CROWN Act takes root in Texas

Hair bias is an extension of racial discrimination. What does this mean for employers?

By Caroline Colvin • May 30, 2023

P&G, Honeywell and others settle DOJ claim that job ads excluded noncitizens

Several other employers have settled similar DOJ claims in the past year: 30 employers in total have agreed to pay a collective $1.6 million in civil penalties.

By Kate Tornone • May 26, 2023

Talking politics at work: How HR can manage as presidential candidates make bids

The entry to the race of polarizing figures like Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis may have HR on edge.

By Caroline Colvin • May 25, 2023

Beachbody misclassified coaches as independent contractors, worker alleges in class-action lawsuit

The multilevel marketing company relies on an “in-person” sales exception that doesn’t apply to its business model, the complaint alleges.

By Emilie Shumway • May 24, 2023

Bartender fired because her pregnancy became ‘too much of a liability,’ EEOC lawsuit alleges

Employers may not discharge or otherwise discriminate against workers based on unfounded assumptions about what they are able to do during and after pregnancy, an EEOC attorney said.

By Laurel Kalser • May 24, 2023

Job seekers want ‘ethical’ employers. But what does that mean?

Employees are looking for commitments to sustainability and transparency, among other things.

By Caroline Colvin • May 24, 2023

Young female employees harassed at multiple San Diego restaurant locations, EEOC alleges

A suit filed May 17 involves nine locations of Swami’s Café and Honey’s Bistro.

By Caroline Colvin • May 23, 2023

Paycor miscalculated employee pay, client alleges in lawsuit seeking $570K

The alleged breach of contract resulted in overpayments, Eagle Express said.

By Emilie Shumway • Updated May 25, 2023

3 things HR needs to know about the end of remote I-9 document review

The COVID-era policy ends July 31, and employers have just a few additional weeks to work through any backlog.

By Kate Tornone • May 22, 2023

6 do’s and don’ts for a return-to-work program

Two leave experts from Sedgwick outlined how employers should approach return-to-work programs in a Thursday webinar for the Disability Management Employer Coalition.

By Emilie Shumway • May 22, 2023