FTC’s noncompete ban could snag even routine NDAs

The days of one-size-fits-all non-disclosure agreements could be over if the Federal Trade Commission prevents companies from limiting where ex-employees can work. 

By Robert Freedman • Feb. 14, 2023

Workers can use FMLA to reduce their hours indefinitely, DOL says

WHD’s response represents its first publicly available opinion letter in years.

By Kate Tornone • Feb. 13, 2023

Pregnant Workers Fairness Act vs. FMLA: Where do they intersect?

The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act takes effect in June 2023. How are these protections different than that of the FMLA? 

By Caroline Colvin • Feb. 12, 2023

Teleworkers’ short breaks are compensable FLSA time, DOL says

“By their very nature, such short breaks primarily benefit the employer,” DOL’s Jessica Looman said in a new Field Assistance Bulletin.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 10, 2023

Hyundai, Labor Department in talks over child labor allegations at supplier sites

The automaker said it is taking several steps to address the concerns, including adding anonymous tip hotlines and discouraging the use of third-party staffing agencies.

By Megan Ruggles • Feb. 10, 2023

Employer to pay $3.6M to settle claim involving alleged unpaid weekend shifts

Over the past few years, the DOL has zeroed in on FLSA issues.

By Laurel Kalser • Feb. 8, 2023

Report: Walsh to resign as Labor secretary, lead NHL players’ union

President Joe Biden said he nominated Walsh, previously the mayor of Boston, in part due to Walsh’s background as a labor union president.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 7, 2023

FMLA is ‘only the first step’: Advocates, DOL chief promise fight for paid leave

The secretary of labor, the president of the AFL-CIO and democratic lawmakers gathered to mark the law’s 30th anniversary — and to renew a call for national paid leave.

By Kate Tornone • Feb. 7, 2023

NLRB: Apple illegally interfered with employees’ protected activity

A National Labor Relations Board spokesperson confirmed to HR Dive that the agency found merit to five charges filed by employees.

By Emilie Shumway • Feb. 6, 2023

Ex-P.F. Chang’s employees allege wage-and-hour violations, recordkeeping failures

The suit comes as the restaurant remains in litigation with HR vendor UKG over alleged lost employee data.

By Ryan Golden • Feb. 6, 2023

DOL to alert teachers, care workers to new breast milk pumping rights

Congress expanded workplace pumping rights to millions more workers late last year, guaranteeing them the time and space to pump during the workday.

By Kate Tornone • Feb. 6, 2023

FMLA: The 30-year legacy of a celebrated — and complicated — employment law

The law has helped hundreds of millions of workers in its relatively short history. But the FMLA doesn’t provide paid leave, and employers say it can be difficult to administer.

By Ryan Golden • Updated Feb. 6, 2023

EEOC looks to outsmart AI in employment

While AI technology can revolutionize work and improve efficiency, it’s important to make sure it doesn’t perpetuate discrimination, the EEOC vice chair said.

By Ginger Christ • Feb. 2, 2023

Convenience store company to pay $400K to settle claim managers, CEO ignored sexual harassment

When companies operate with multiple locations separate from the HR department, they may be at particular risk for compliance violations.

By Emilie Shumway • Jan. 30, 2023

Biden admin moves to undo moral opt-out to ACA contraceptive mandate

The rule also would create an option allowing people enrolled in health coverage or plans provided by “objecting entities” to obtain contraceptive coverage.

By Ryan Golden • Updated Jan. 30, 2023

State, local laws to drive compliance trends in 2023

“There are some federal things to look out for,” one expert said. “But really, it’s about the state level, which makes things pretty complicated for employers.”

By Katie Clarey • Jan. 30, 2023

EEOC updates guidance on ADA and hearing disabilities

The announcement follows several recent legal actions alleging disability discrimination against individuals with hearing impairments.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 26, 2023

Company had ‘honest suspicion’ couple’s overlapping FMLA leave indicated abuse, court finds

In a claim of this type, an employer doesn’t have to “conclusively prove” the employee abused FMLA leave by using it for a nonintended purpose.

By Laurel Kalser • Jan. 25, 2023

Burger King franchisee to pay $60K to settle pregnant ex-worker’s harassment, retaliation claims

Employers’ anti-harassment policies may overlook the power dynamics that enable abuse.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 23, 2023

How to comply with New York’s updated workplace lactation accommodation law

The state’s new requirements are slightly more employee friendly, but may not require too many adjustments by employers.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 23, 2023

Heads up: Form W-2 due Jan. 31, IRS reminds employers

Multiple tax documents handled by HR are due by this date.

By Emilie Shumway • Jan. 20, 2023

About 1,400 misclassified drivers awarded $5.6 million: Labor Dept.

Parts Authority and Diligent Delivery Systems denied workers minimum wage, overtime pay and other benefits, the agency said.

By Max Garland • Jan. 19, 2023

Amazon cited by OSHA for failing to keep warehouse workers safe

The company, which faces $60,269 in fines, said it strongly disagrees with the agency’s allegations and intends to appeal.

By Max Garland • Jan. 19, 2023

SCOTUS will hear case of ex-USPS worker denied Sundays off

The court has been asked to weigh in on its 1977 precedent on whether a proposed religious accommodation is reasonable under Title VII.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 18, 2023

DHS strengthens deportation protection for undocumented workers involved in employment claims

A new policy by DHS is a “win” for undocumented workers, one advocate says.

By Ginger Christ • Jan. 18, 2023