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Nike will equip workers with clear masks to settle deaf customer's suit
The company agreed to provide the face coverings in its California stores for as long as its COVID-19 policy remains in effect.
By Lisa Burden • Feb. 9, 2021 -
Muslim firefighter sues Philly over beard policy
The plaintiff alleged his beard did not violate federal safety requirements.
By Lisa Burden • Feb. 8, 2021 -
Explore the Trendline➔
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TrendlineInside the rapidly changing world of compliance
The HR landscape is ever-shifting, leaving compliance professionals to meet today’s requirements while keeping an eye on the future.
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Biden admin likely to act on pay equity, systemic bias, says former EEOC official
The administration also may drive changes to leave law and independent contractor regulations.
By Ryan Golden • Feb. 8, 2021 -
Labor secretary nominee backs safety, equity commitments at Senate hearing
Marty Walsh emphasized the need for safety standards, calling OSHA "one of the first and top priorities for me."
By Ryan Golden • Feb. 5, 2021 -
Employee asks SCOTUS to decide whether exposure to single slur creates race bias claim
The employer allegedly failed to remove a slur from a worksite elevator for months, despite the plaintiff’s requests.
By Kate Tornone • Feb. 4, 2021 -
NYC Department of Buildings
Workers' group slams OSHA, demands tougher COVID-19 standards
"People have been exposed unnecessarily," U.S. Rep. Andy Levin said yesterday during a press event with the National Council for Occupational Safety and Health.
By Joe Bousquin • Feb. 4, 2021 -
'Boorish and offensive' comments don't always amount to discrimination, 5th Cir. reaffirms
UPS successfully argued that it fired an employee because of performance, not her age or sex.
By Lisa Burden • Feb. 3, 2021 -
4th Cir.: Experience justified pay gap between male, female department heads
A Virginia town treasurer claimed her demotion stemmed from the town manager's "discriminatory animus toward women," evidenced by her low salary.
By Lisa Burden • Feb. 2, 2021 -
Basketball ref wasn't school employee, 2nd Cir. finds
The ref alleged she was assigned to low-level games because she is female.
By Lisa Burden • Feb. 2, 2021 -
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Kohl's to pay $2.9M to settle assistant managers' overtime suit
Assistant manager roles, in particular, have been the subject of much wage and hour litigation.
By Lisa Burden • Feb. 1, 2021 -
DOL ends wage violation self-reporting program
The announcement may not come as a surprise to longtime agency watchers because of past opposition from worker advocates.
By Ryan Golden • Jan. 29, 2021 -
OSHA updates coronavirus guidance; mandates still on the table
The agency reinforced its support for the use of face coverings in a focus on prevention.
By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 29, 2021 -
5-Hour Energy maker entitled to rely on doctor's assessment, 7th Cir. says
The employee argued that she was ready to return to work following medical leave, but her own doctor disagreed.
By Lisa Burden , Kate Tornone • Jan. 28, 2021 -
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Woman lost her job because of reorganization, not age bias, court rules
Employers should avoid inadvertent age discrimination when carrying out staff reorganizations, sources previously told HR Dive.
By Lisa Burden • Jan. 28, 2021 -
DOJ brings first criminal no-poach charge after warning HR pros of prison time
Even informal agreements between colleagues can land employers and individuals in hot water, the agency has said.
By Kate Tornone • Jan. 27, 2021 -
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Nearly a year into the pandemic, employers brace for coronavirus lawsuits, attorneys say
"There's no vaccine for the new wave of litigation," according to a Dorsey & Whitney LLP attorney.
By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 27, 2021 -
Employers can require workers follow FMLA call-out procedures, 3rd Cir. says
HR can design and communicate call-out policies but may need to ensure they are clearly spelled out.
By Lisa Burden • Jan. 26, 2021 -
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Former Ulta manager claims pregnancy-based harassment drove her out
The plaintiff said she was harassed after missing work and changing her schedule due to complications related to a miscarriage.
By Aman Kidwai • Jan. 25, 2021 -
Deep Dive
As workforces spread out, compliance risks expand, attorneys say
Potential issues for remote work range from local wage and hour laws and leave ordinances to notice posting requirements.
By Ryan Golden • Jan. 25, 2021 -
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Biden gives OSHA 2 weeks to issue new coronavirus guidance
The president also asked the agency to reconsider its decision to skip emergency temporary standards.
By Kate Tornone • Jan. 22, 2021 -
Despite bank exec's alleged ageist comments, teller's termination wasn't based on age, 6th Cir. says
The employer presented evidence that the teller was fired for insubordination, the court explained.
By Lisa Burden • Jan. 22, 2021 -
Former Dotdash director alleges publisher maintained a 'mansplaining' culture
A male executive allegedly told her "it would be 'impractical'" for her to continue her existing job duties when she was planning to take maternity leave.
By Lisa Burden • Jan. 21, 2021 -
Biden revokes Trump's order limiting diversity training
The president also called on agencies to pursue racial equity by addressing systemic barriers and prioritizing equal access.
By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 21, 2021 -
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Biden orders feds to review anti-discrimination regs, emphasizing LGBT protections
President Joe Biden's move to strengthen LGBT worker rights in his first hours as president marks a sea change from the preceding administration.
By Ryan Golden , Katie Clarey • Jan. 21, 2021 -
Gender stereotypes undermine sexual harassment investigations, study says
HR leaders must ensure harassment does not go unanswered, experts say.
By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 21, 2021
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