Mandatory retirement age lands employer in hot water

"Private employers need to understand that mandatory retirement policies run afoul of the ADEA and will be met with challenge," EEOC said in announcing a settlement with the company.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 19, 2018

After court questions background check guidance, EEOC pushes back

For now, the guidance remains in effect for most employers, but the issue bears watching.

By Lisa Burden • March 19, 2018

Explore the Trendline➔

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

Individuals with disabilities are re-entering the workforce after years of decline

Employers who are committed to diversity and inclusion — and those facing a serious talent gap — are increasingly looking to this historically untapped talent pool.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 19, 2018

5th Circuit vacates fiduciary rule

DOL overstepped its statutory authority in promulgating the fiduciary rule, the appeals court held Thursday, just two days after another court upheld the rule.

By Kate Tornone • March 16, 2018

California Congressional reps urge DHS to preserve H-4 visas for H-1B spouses

A letter from the group of 15 California lawmakers said DHS's decision could deter needed, highly-skilled workers from coming to work in the U.S.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 16, 2018

Women at Microsoft filed 238 gender discrimination, sexual harassment complaints in 6 years

It's not clear how those numbers stack up against other employers, but in response, Microsoft has attempted to publicly explain their reporting processes.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 16, 2018

Ability to work a 12-hour shift wasn't an ADA essential function, 11th Cir. says

The case demonstrates just how important accurate job descriptions can be in defending Americans with Disabilities Act claims.

By Lisa Burden • March 15, 2018

Trump NLRB nominee John Ring advances to full Senate

Ring's confirmation would reinstate a Republican majority at the Board, but it could still be several months away.

By Ryan Golden • March 15, 2018

Super 8, Ramada shell out $73K for paying housekeepers by the room

While many expect the federal government's enforcement efforts to be less punitive with the administration change, the case shows that liquidated damages are still being used.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 15, 2018

NLRB extends comment period for quickie election rule a second time

Employers would generally like to see the quickie election rule rescinded, but without a Republican majority at the Board, relief could be more than a year away.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 15, 2018

Telecommuting becomes a more reasonable ADA accommodation every year

HR Dive's senior editor, Kate Tornone, discusses the shifting relationship between remote work and the ADA in this installment of "Other Duties as Assigned."

By Kate Tornone • March 14, 2018

'I am worried': Former DOL official says $47K overtime rule still a possibility

Between slow rulemaking processes and a fast-approaching election year, employers aren't out of the woods just yet, Tammy McCutchen told attendees at SHRM's employment law and legislative conference.

By Kate Tornone • March 13, 2018

Dems may be stalling NLRB nominee, hoping for a package deal

It could be months before John Ring's nomination is considered by the full Senate, leaving the Board deadlocked regarding any substantial labor issues, a speaker at SHRM's employment law and legislative conference said.

By Lisa Burden and Kate Tornone • March 13, 2018

Changing marijuana laws and the opioid crisis are prompting employer action

According to experts at the SHRM employment law and legislative conference, employers may need to reconsider their drug testing and use policies — both to accommodate new laws and reach out to those struggling with addiction.

By Kathryn Moody • March 13, 2018

In 'most important labor decision in decades,' SCOTUS appears ready to weaken unions

While the case involves public-sector union fees, one expert at SHRM's employment law and legislative conference told attendees that the outcome will have major implications for private employers, too.

By Lisa Burden and Kate Tornone • March 13, 2018

Majority of worksites could be violating OSHA's electronic record-keeping rule

OSHA has until June 15 to inspect its database of locations and issue violations to those that did not file 2016 summaries.

By Kim Slowey • March 13, 2018

Staffing firm pays $50K for 'age will matter' comment

EEOC says employers still struggle to comply with the ADEA, in part because age discrimination is often viewed as more acceptable than other types of discrimination.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • March 12, 2018

USCIS to delay H-1B premium processing, but no word on when or for how long

Employers who previously paid $1,225 for a quick 15-day turnaround may no longer have that option.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 9, 2018

Tip pooling bill introduced, with Acosta's support

The bill would amend the FLSA to prohibit employers from pocketing workers' gratuities.

By Kathryn Moody • March 8, 2018

'Corporate pied-piper' lured away employees, created competing recruiting firm, Randstad alleges

The lawsuit claims a national director for the firm, while employed, set up a nearby competing firm and hired two direct reports in violation of their non-compete agreements.

By Riia O'Donnell • March 8, 2018

Title VII protects transgender workers from discrimination, 6th Circuit says

The ruling applies in only a few states but is part of a broader shift in which federal appeals courts are increasingly holding that the law protects LGBTQ workers.

By Kate Tornone • March 8, 2018

DOL launches wage violation self-reporting program

The pilot program allows employers to avoid fees like liquidated damages if they identify mistakes and pay workers any back wages they're due.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett , Kate Tornone • March 7, 2018

4 workforce investments your C-suite should consider, according to Mercer

As some companies respond to the new tax law with minimum wage bumps and one-time bonuses, others are looking at more strategic uses for their savings.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 7, 2018

Estée Lauder to settle EEOC paternity leave suit

Employers can offer birth mothers medical leave for pregnancy and to recover from childbirth, but paid bonding leave cannot differ based on gender, according to EEOC.

By Lisa Burden • March 6, 2018

Fewer employers opting to test for marijuana use

Legalization, combined with a tight labor market, has driven some employers to rethink their drug testing policies.

By Valerie Bolden-Barrett • March 6, 2018