White House: Now is the time for vaccination mandates

The Biden administration is encouraging private businesses to join the federal government in mandating COVID-19 vaccination for employees.

By Emilie Shumway • Aug. 27, 2021

Despite latest blow, battle over California's app-based driver law far from over

A state judge held that Proposition 22, passed by voters last November, violated California's constitution.

By Ryan Golden • Aug. 26, 2021

Surcharges for unvaccinated workers gain momentum, but questions remain

The strategy is more commonly associated with employees who smoke and is seen as one way to potentially keep workers safe — if it works.

By Ryan Golden • Aug. 26, 2021

SCOTUS won't decide whether favoritism for romantic partner violates Title VII

The 9th Circuit previously rejected a "paramour preference" reading of the law.

By Katie Clarey • Updated Jan. 27, 2022

George Mason University grants vaccine exemption following prof's lawsuit

The professor claimed the vaccine was unnecessary because of his natural immunity, but GMU maintains that natural immunity is not grounds for an exemption.

By Katie Clarey • Aug. 26, 2021

California employers, facing tight safety rules, need to 'get comfortable with change'

Employers in the state and elsewhere struggle to keep pace with ever-evolving guidelines for protecting staff.

By Katie Navarra • Aug. 25, 2021

California judge overturns Prop 22, causing setbacks for gig economy employers

The judge ruled Friday the law is unconstitutional because it undermines the legislature's ability to grant workers' compensation rights to rideshare drivers.

By Emma Liem Beckett • Aug. 24, 2021

DOL: Giant incorrectly excluded pandemic bonuses from overtime rate

The Labor Department recovered $165,653 in back wages for more than 3,000 workers in Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia.

By Katie Clarey • Aug. 24, 2021

NLRB: Home Depot fired worker who wore Black Lives Matter slogan on apron, raised harassment issues

NLRB's charge is one of the latest inquiries regarding political expression in the workplace, a heated topic in the past year during a societal reckoning on systemic racism.

By Ryan Golden • Aug. 23, 2021

Bam Margera alleges disability discrimination in firing from 'Jackass'

The celebrity's employers required that he sign a "wellness agreement" to work on the franchise's latest film.

By Kate Tornone • Aug. 23, 2021

Report: CNN fires 3 employees over vaccine policy

Once a largely untouched topic during the earlier months of the pandemic, vaccine mandates are a growing consideration for U.S. employers.

By Ryan Golden • Aug. 19, 2021

3rd Cir.: Employers may need to pay workers on military leave if they provide others paid leave

A FedEx worker claimed he received no pay while fulfilling Navy Reserve duties, despite the company paying employees who missed work for jury duty, illnesses and bereavement.

By Katie Clarey • Aug. 18, 2021

Motorcycle dealership sales manager wins $500K in sex discrimination suit

The female manager was qualified for a promotion, but other managers thought she was too "motherly," former employees testified.

By Emilie Shumway • Aug. 18, 2021

OSHA recommends masks for many vaccinated workers

Among others, employees in areas of substantial transmission should wear masks to protect unvaccinated co-workers, the agency said.

By Kate Tornone • Aug. 18, 2021

Mailbag: How do I write a vaccination policy?

Show purpose, be specific and think carefully about setting expectations, attorneys told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • Aug. 17, 2021

In the face of uncertainty, HR needs to go back to the basics

Sometimes, in the midst of the chaos, we lose sight of the things that really matter, writes Carta CPO Suzy Walther.

By Suzy Walther • Aug. 16, 2021

Navigate cannabis legalization, avoid employment litigation

Employers should understand and adapt to cannabis legalization at both the state and federal levels, sources say.

By Karina Karassev and Kimberly Harding • Aug. 13, 2021

Walmart applicant alleges retailer's criminal history test is discriminatory

Ramos serves as a good reminder that criminal history claims can involve more than the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

By Katie Clarey • Aug. 12, 2021

Stockholders sue McDonald's over the handling of Easterbrook firing

The complaint is similar to a suit filed recently against the Golden Arches and Morgan Lewis & Bockius that claims the probe was rushed and the law firm created "an information vacuum" at the company.

By Emma Liem Beckett • Aug. 12, 2021

Chipotle to settle EEOC charges of sexual harassment, retaliation

The worker whom the behavior targeted was fired three days after she said she planned to elevate the issue to corporate headquarters, EEOC said.

By Katie Clarey • Aug. 11, 2021

Postmates strikes nearly $1M deal with Seattle over gig worker claims

The case illustrates the need for employers to remain on top of evolving requirements and rights for gig workers.

By Emilie Shumway • Aug. 9, 2021

SHRM: Feds should OK permanent remote I-9 document review

A USCIS spokesperson said the agency will monitor COVID-19 to determine whether to extend or introduce new flexibilities consistent with CDC guidelines.

By Kate Tornone • Aug. 9, 2021

With mask, vaccine mandates on the rise, employers have options — but consistency is key

Whatever employers choose, inconsistent enforcement is a "recipe for disaster," one attorney told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • Aug. 6, 2021

Are workers avoiding HR?

A survey from Elements Global Services found that workers neglected taking problems to HR because "they didn't think HR would fix the issue."

By Katie Clarey • Aug. 5, 2021

No ADA leave for worker unable to provide return date, 5th Cir. says

The employee exhausted her FMLA allotment and failed to provide an estimated return-to-work date, the court said.

By Kate Tornone • Aug. 5, 2021