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10 ballot measures to watch: Voters to weigh in on paid leave, marijuana
Ten measures in eight states could answer significant HR questions — and potentially open the door for others.
By Ryan Golden • Oct. 29, 2020 -
EEOC sues Dell, alleging pay discrimination
The issue arose when the computer giant acquired another company, EEOC said.
By Lisa Burden • Oct. 28, 2020 -
DOL: Kansas Best Western denied paid sick leave to 13 workers with COVID-19
The FFCRA remains in effect only until the end of the year and employers may need to plan now for 2021.
By Kate Tornone • Oct. 28, 2020 -
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Abbott exec told to 'manage out' older workers, 9th Cir. says, reviving suit
A lower court gave too much weight to disputed performance reviews and failed to take into account other conflicting evidence, the appeals court said.
By Lisa Burden • Oct. 26, 2020 -
10 headlines from 2020 that will give HR departments nightmares
None of 2020's once-in-a-generation developments completely stemmed the flow of shocking employment law headlines.
Oct. 26, 2020 -
DOL asks for input on diversity training limits for contractors
A September executive order prohibits contractors from delivering diversity training that includes "race or sex stereotyping or scapegoating."
By Lisa Burden • Oct. 23, 2020 -
Dillard's to pay $900K to settle claim that it failed to promote black employees
The employer also agreed to recruit at historically Black colleges and universities.
By Lisa Burden • Oct. 22, 2020 -
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Confusion over FMLA call-out process gets Walmart employee's suit revived
The employee alleged she didn't realize she had to communicate with two separate departments at an outside administrator.
By Lisa Burden , Kate Tornone • Oct. 21, 2020 -
Offer letter outlining 5-year term wasn't a contract, 2nd Cir. says
The letter spoke of the "anticipation" that the individual's employment would last years, but didn't guarantee that timeline, the court said.
By Lisa Burden • Oct. 19, 2020 -
Former Sweetgreen employee alleges he was sexually harassed, misgendered
Generally, to avoid liability for sexual harassment, an employer must show that it tried to prevent and correct the alleged behavior.
By Lisa Burden • Oct. 19, 2020 -
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How a compliance director at Walmart is working to diversify the field
Reginald Parker, after climbing the ladder at Walmart, is now paving the way for other Black compliance and risk management professionals.
By Sheryl Estrada • Oct. 19, 2020 -
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Where the presidential candidates stand on workplace issues
HR Dive is providing an ongoing comparison of the nominees' platforms on topics such as employee compensation and benefits.
By HR Dive staff • Updated Oct. 23, 2020 -
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EEOC seeks comment on proposed updates to conciliation, finalizes other internal changes
Employers will generally welcome the proposed rule, employment law attorneys said, but the final rule's effect isn't as clear.
By Lisa Burden • Oct. 16, 2020 -
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Trump, Biden discuss COVID-19 response in competing town halls
Biden fielded questions on the economy and pandemic response, while Trump was pushed on issues of race and DACA.
By Sheryl Estrada , Ryan Golden • Oct. 16, 2020 -
COVID-19 furloughs may present WARN compliance risk 'very soon'
Furloughs that last for six months — among other reductions — could trigger the law's notice requirements, an attorney told HR Dive.
By Ryan Golden • Oct. 14, 2020 -
AAA reps allege they weren't paid for 30 minutes of required pre-shift activities
DOL sometimes considers these activities compensable work time, but the line isn't always completely clear.
By Lisa Burden • Oct. 14, 2020 -
DOL tackles questions about D&I training limits in FAQ document
The administration's guidance and language are "unusual" compared to what is typically found in non-discrimination law, an attorney said.
By Ryan Golden • Oct. 14, 2020 -
DOL questions whether Microsoft, Wells Fargo D&I efforts violate Title VII
Microsoft said its actions are "emphatically" not illegal race-based decisions.
By Lisa Burden • Oct. 13, 2020 -
Andrea Hanks. (2020). "President Trump Nominates Judge Amy Coney Barrett for Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court" [Photograph]. Retrieved from The White House.
Amy Coney Barrett could bring employer-friendly shift to SCOTUS
Employers generally "should be pleased" with the nomination, attorney Eric B. Meyer told HR Dive.
By Ryan Golden • Oct. 13, 2020 -
Suit alleges California board diversity mandate is unconstitutional
A watchdog group challenged a law requiring publicly held corporations to have at least one board member from an underrepresented group.
By Lisa Burden • Oct. 12, 2020 -
Mailbag: Can we require that employees receive a COVID-19 vaccine?
The answer "is far from clear," one management-side attorney told HR Dive.
By Ryan Golden • Oct. 12, 2020 -
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ColumnBack to Basics: Consistency is key to Pregnancy Discrimination Act compliance
"The PDA requires you to treat pregnant employees the same as everyone else," one attorney told HR Dive.
By Katie Clarey • Oct. 12, 2020 -
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EEOC ends fiscal year 'with a whimper,' Seyfarth analysis says
The commission filed 33 year-end lawsuits, a drastic decrease from previous years, the firm said.
By Lisa Burden • Oct. 9, 2020 -
Pennsylvania finalizes overtime threshold increases, hitting $45K in 2022
The new rule also includes automatic adjustments in the future.
By Lisa Burden • Oct. 9, 2020 -
Facing wildfires and a pandemic, workers need more than just time off
The ideal response incorporates leave and workplace safety but also flexibility and mental health support, experts said.
By Aman Kidwai • Oct. 8, 2020
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