Biden admin moves to undo moral opt-out to ACA contraceptive mandate

The rule also would create an option allowing people enrolled in health coverage or plans provided by “objecting entities” to obtain contraceptive coverage.

By Ryan Golden • Updated Jan. 30, 2023

State, local laws to drive compliance trends in 2023

“There are some federal things to look out for,” one expert said. “But really, it’s about the state level, which makes things pretty complicated for employers.”

By Katie Clarey • Jan. 30, 2023

EEOC updates guidance on ADA and hearing disabilities

The announcement follows several recent legal actions alleging disability discrimination against individuals with hearing impairments.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 26, 2023

Company had ‘honest suspicion’ couple’s overlapping FMLA leave indicated abuse, court finds

In a claim of this type, an employer doesn’t have to “conclusively prove” the employee abused FMLA leave by using it for a nonintended purpose.

By Laurel Kalser • Jan. 25, 2023

Burger King franchisee to pay $60K to settle pregnant ex-worker’s harassment, retaliation claims

Employers’ anti-harassment policies may overlook the power dynamics that enable abuse.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 23, 2023

How to comply with New York’s updated workplace lactation accommodation law

The state’s new requirements are slightly more employee friendly, but may not require too many adjustments by employers.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 23, 2023

Heads up: Form W-2 due Jan. 31, IRS reminds employers

Multiple tax documents handled by HR are due by this date.

By Emilie Shumway • Jan. 20, 2023

About 1,400 misclassified drivers awarded $5.6 million: Labor Dept.

Parts Authority and Diligent Delivery Systems denied workers minimum wage, overtime pay and other benefits, the agency said.

By Max Garland • Jan. 19, 2023

Amazon cited by OSHA for failing to keep warehouse workers safe

The company, which faces $60,269 in fines, said it strongly disagrees with the agency’s allegations and intends to appeal.

By Max Garland • Jan. 19, 2023

SCOTUS will hear case of ex-USPS worker denied Sundays off

The court has been asked to weigh in on its 1977 precedent on whether a proposed religious accommodation is reasonable under Title VII.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 18, 2023

DHS strengthens deportation protection for undocumented workers involved in employment claims

A new policy by DHS is a “win” for undocumented workers, one advocate says.

By Ginger Christ • Jan. 18, 2023

McDonald’s franchise to pay $1.9M to settle claim that teen workers were sexually harassed

The settlement is the latest EEOC agreement targeting alleged pervasive sexual harassment of teen workers in the fast food industry.

By Laurel Kalser • Jan. 18, 2023

Remote work, intermittent leave make FMLA compliance ‘much more challenging’

Employers need to ensure workers’ off hours are accurately tracked, management-side attorney Robin Shea said.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 17, 2023

Home Depot will pay employees to the minute

The policy change follows a class-action suit alleging workers were underpaid.

By Emilie Shumway • Jan. 13, 2023

‘Take a deep breath’ in response to FTC noncompete ban, attorneys say

Employers may have other options as the FTC rule progresses.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 13, 2023

DOL: Home healthcare firm to pay $3.8M in back wages, damages

“DOL was ruthless and hell-bent on driving TriMED out of business,” owner Beverly Jordan told HR Dive.

By Caroline Colvin • Jan. 12, 2023

EEOC enforcement plan targets systemic racism, AI

Stakeholders may comment on the proposal through Feb. 9.

By Emilie Shumway • Jan. 12, 2023

OSHA: American Airlines punished flight crew for reporting toxic fumes

American Airlines faces nearly $7,000 in penalties for allegedly retaliating against flight attendants who reported workers getting sick from fumes entering the plane’s cabin.

By Laurel Kalser • Jan. 11, 2023

Applicant’s refusal to cut dreadlocks was protected by Title VII, EEOC says

Employers can’t automatically reject a job applicant who refuses to change a religious-based hairstyle or grooming practice to comply with a dress code, an EEOC lawsuit says.

By Laurel Kalser • Jan. 10, 2023

Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: What HR needs to know

While pregnancy accommodations are mandatory, regulations could be many months away.

By Caroline Colvin • Jan. 9, 2023

DOL plans May release for new overtime threshold

The Biden administration has not shared a dollar figure, but congressional Democrats previously suggested a threshold of more than $82,000 by 2026.

By Kate Tornone • Jan. 6, 2023

Class-action alleges UnitedHealthcare underpaid out-of-network providers

The lawsuit claims the company’s payment scheme violates the terms of members’ plans and ERISA. 

By Emilie Shumway • Jan. 5, 2023

Feds propose ban on noncompetes

In the historic proposal, the FTC said noncompetes harm competition, suppress labor mobility and reduce wages even for those not bound by the agreements.

By Ryan Golden • Updated Jan. 5, 2023

IRS boosts business mileage rate by 3 cents

Volatility in gas prices remains possible, but should become more muted in the year ahead, Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, said.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 4, 2023

EEOC: Company settles ADA suit over refusing remote work for employee at risk for COVID-19

This case is one that should garner most concern for employers now, an attorney told attendees at the DMEC’s annual conference in August.

By Laurel Kalser • Jan. 3, 2023