Demotion can be a reasonable ADA accommodation, 7th Cir. says

The court said a demotion may be acceptable when there are no vacant equivalent positions.

By Jennifer Carsen • Nov. 25, 2019

'Like a bad breakup': HR vendors are dumping cannabis clients

Two cannabis industry employers told HR Dive they suddenly were dropped by HR services vendors. Those familiar with the industry say it happens a lot.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 25, 2019

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Inside 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.

By HR Dive staff

Workers sue McDonald's over workplace violence

The lawsuit alleges that the company's new design fails to minimize the threat of violence, and that the chain doesn't adequately train staff to handle conflicts.

By Alicia Kelso • Nov. 25, 2019

Lawsuit: California's 'woman quota' for company boards is illegal

The complaint was filed by a male shareholder of a company with headquarters in California and a seven-member board.

By Jennifer Carsen • Nov. 21, 2019

9th Cir.: Insubordination, not disability, led to worker's firing

Employers often are able to defend bias claims when they can appropriately justify an adverse employment action.

By Lisa Burden • Nov. 21, 2019

EEOC witnesses call for 'balance' amid pay data uncertainty

Testimonies conflicted at a hearing Wednesday, leading to mixed conclusions as to how the agency should proceed in enforcing pay equity.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 21, 2019

Subcontractor on Apple Park campus ignored racist graffiti, EEOC alleges

Air Systems Inc. has refuted the allegations that focus on the tech giant's second campus project.

By Jennifer Goodman • Nov. 21, 2019

Is your code of conduct up to code?

Without codes of conduct, organizations encourage maleficence, increase their risk of liability and jeopardize their brand.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 21, 2019

Interviewers' attention to facial scars, birthmarks wanes when candidates acknowledge them

Hiring managers need to work eliminate their biases against those who differ from them, be it in birthmarks, scars, style, speech, race or any other factor.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 21, 2019

EEOC may propose pay data collection rule in 2020

The announcement follows a previous attempt to collect compensation information via the EEO-1 report.

By Katie Clarey • Nov. 21, 2019

Walmart changes its reassignment policy to settle ADA suit

Store employees with disabilities can now request Walmart search as many as five stores beyond their present location for positions that accommodate them.

By Lisa Burden • Updated Nov. 21, 2019

FLSA joint employment, regular rate regs coming in December

The agency also announced plans to fast-track updates to its FMLA regulations.

By Kate Tornone • Nov. 20, 2019

7th Cir.: School had ample notice to tell worker with 'uncontrollable crying' about FMLA rights

The employee met with her boss several times to report her worsening mental health and twice asked for an accommodation, the court noted.

By Lisa Burden • Nov. 19, 2019

Bill floats full FMLA leave for spouses working for one employer

Spouses who double as colleagues are limited to a combined 12 weeks of FMLA leave per year following the birth or adoption of a child or to care for an ill family member.

By Jennifer Carsen • Nov. 19, 2019

UChicago perpetuated a 'good ol' boys club,' women allege

Sometimes, a workplace culture is problematic from a legal and morale standpoint. How does HR remedy this?

By Jennifer Carsen • Nov. 18, 2019

Massachusetts General Hospital settles whistleblower's complaint for $13M

Some experts have suggested that employers embrace whistleblowers as an important source of feedback.

By Lisa Burden • Nov. 18, 2019

'Times have changed:' Vague remarks fail to support age suit

Age-related statements can support a discrimination claim, but this generally doesn't include "simple teasing" or "offhand comments."

By Jennifer Carsen • Nov. 18, 2019

Survey: Most HR managers aren't taking employee data security seriously

As the workplace becomes increasingly disparate thanks to remote work, HR may have to pay closer attention to data protection.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • Nov. 18, 2019

A running list of where the 2020 presidential candidates stand on paid family leave

Just nine candidates now vie for the presidency. Here's what they have to say about paid family leave.

By Kate Tornone • Nov. 18, 2019

Oil field services companies pay $1.2M to settle EEOC race discrimination claims

Experts generally agree that to reduce harassment in the workplace, training is a must — and it must be backed by good policies and a culture of respect.

By Lisa Burden • Nov. 15, 2019

Suit: Urban Outfitters worker 'abruptly' terminated after announcing pregnancy plans

The plaintiff's manager allegedly demoted her when she returned from a first maternity leave, stating "your priorities are in other places."

By Jennifer Carsen • Nov. 15, 2019

US women's soccer team scores class cert for equal pay suit

This suit highlights the growing pressure on employers to achieve and maintain pay equity.

By Lisa Burden • Nov. 15, 2019

Rapid retail hiring may have caused first static US workplace injury rate in years

The problem has become more pronounced due to a high number of seasonal and temporary workers, an attorney told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 15, 2019

Class action suit alleges McDonald's manager groped, shoved employee

At the heart of the allegations is McDonald's status as a franchisor, and the consequences that may hold for workers.

By Ryan Golden • Nov. 14, 2019

DLA Piper admin alleges she was fired for being old, 'not attractive enough'

The law firm is now facing three such claims, according to news reports.

By Lisa Burden • Nov. 14, 2019