Overtime rule arrives at White House, set to undergo review

The Department of Labor said last month it was targeting an August publication date for a proposal to update its FLSA overtime regulations.

By Ryan Golden • July 14, 2023

Why companies should review noncompetes in equity award deals

Given increased government scrutiny, employers need to be mindful of the time periods noncompetes cover and review state-specific requirements, a Baker McKenzie partner said.

By Lyle Moran • July 14, 2023

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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

FTC investigation of OpenAI: What CIOs need to know

The agency’s inquiry is the biggest regulatory challenge to OpenAI since Italy’s ChatGPT ban.

By Lindsey Wilkinson • July 13, 2023

Senate confirms Biden EEOC nominee, cementing Democratic majority

Kalpana Kotagal was confirmed as an EEOC commissioner after a slim victory in the Senate.

By Ginger Christ • July 13, 2023

Kraft Heinz sues Aetna, says insurer breached ERISA fiduciary duties

Aetna wrongly retained millions in undisclosed fees and paid provider claims “that should have never been paid,” according to the lawsuit filed in a Texas federal court.

By Ryan Golden • July 13, 2023

Amazon settles lawsuit alleging COBRA notices were threatening

A former employee alleged the company’s COBRA notices contained an unnecessary “ominous warning.”

By Ginger Christ • July 12, 2023

DEI data collection may pose compliance challenges

One panelist at the Global Infusion Online Forum spoke to the challenges of LGBTQ+ inclusion and pulse surveys in Asia, Africa and the Middle East. 

By Caroline Colvin • July 12, 2023

Feds to open EEO-1 Component 1 data collection on Halloween

A help desk for those filing the annual diversity and inclusion reports will be available that same day, while the deadline to file is Dec. 5.

By Ryan Golden • Updated Sept. 6, 2023

Food manufacturer commits to national compliance after ‘hot goods’ child labor investigation

The DOL continues to amp up its oversight on child labor violations.

By Ginger Christ • July 10, 2023

Dollar General has racked up $21M in OSHA penalties since 2017. It’s paid $4M.

The retailer discounts the importance of in-store safety, the regulatory agency says, and was named a severe violator last fall.

By Nate Delesline III • July 10, 2023

DoorDash, Grubhub, Uber Eats sue NYC over minimum delivery pay hike

The wage rule requires delivery firms to pay workers $19.96 an hour by 2025, the latest development in regulatory battles between aggregators and the city.

By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • July 7, 2023

DOL recovers $88,000 in wages from Detroit-centered restaurant group

“A restaurant group in business for more than a few decades must be well aware of the laws protecting the wages of tipped and hourly employees,” a Wage and Hour Division director said.

By Caroline Colvin • July 7, 2023

Lack of tech skills, not age, reason for professor’s nonrenewal, 4th Cir. says

Liberty University had repeatedly directed the art professor to improve her digital art skill set and technology skills, according to court documents.

By Kate Tornone • July 6, 2023

Illinois, Colorado up next in pay transparency law updates

The new laws state that employers must give current employees, not just job seekers, a fair shot at applying for newly posted jobs — with pay ranges. 

By Caroline Colvin • July 6, 2023

How to position your organization ahead of FTC’s noncompete rule

Even without knowing what the Federal Trade Commission's final noncompete ban will look like, there are steps organizations can take to be ready.

By Robert Freedman • July 6, 2023

SCOTUS affirmative action ruling could chill corporate DEI efforts

Employers should expect “continued scrutiny” of their DEI programs in the wake of the college admissions decision, one attorney told HR Dive.

By Ryan Golden • July 5, 2023

Class action seeks to compel Twitter to arbitrate severance complaints

The company wants former employees to split the cost of arbitration. But under rules Twitter agreed to, it’s responsible for the costs.

By Robert Freedman • July 5, 2023

Lilly to pay $2.4M to settle EEOC suit alleging bias against older applicants

Lilly’s settlement is consistent with EEOC enforcement efforts to ensure job seekers are evaluated based on their qualifications rather than their age.

By Laurel Kalser • July 5, 2023

Skidmore College free to fire manager after bias complaint revealed performance problems, 2nd Cir. rules

The employer discovered performance problems during an investigation into her own bias complaint, the appeals court said.

By Laurel Kalser • June 30, 2023

(S)toking the talent flames: Can partaking help HR take a blunt stance on weed at work?

The Talent Toke event challenged HR professionals to confront marijuana in the workplace.

By Ginger Christ • June 30, 2023

SCOTUS overturns Title VII precedent, lowering bar for religious accommodations

“[M]ore than a de minimis cost” isn’t enough to show undue hardship under Title VII, Justice Samuel Alito wrote.

By Ryan Golden • June 29, 2023

Honeywell settles HR director’s age bias claim

An ex-HR director for Honeywell alleged the company sabotaged his employment because of his age.

By Caroline Colvin • June 29, 2023

Firefighter’s service dog doesn’t need to prove its training, court says

A firefighter alleged he was not permitted to bring his service dog to work as an accommodation for his PTSD.

By Ginger Christ • June 29, 2023

Greystar named in wrongful death suit

The worker’s family alleges that the company ignored a weather advisory and didn’t properly secure materials at its Austin jobsite before his death.

By Leslie Shaver • June 28, 2023

PWFA-compliant EEOC ‘Know Your Rights’ poster now available

The Pregnant Workers’ Fairness Act took effect June 27, and the updated poster reflects those new requirements.

By Caroline Colvin • June 27, 2023