Biden revokes Trump's order limiting diversity training

The president also called on agencies to pursue racial equity by addressing systemic barriers and prioritizing equal access.

By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 21, 2021

Biden orders feds to review anti-discrimination regs, emphasizing LGBT protections

President Joe Biden's move to strengthen LGBT worker rights in his first hours as president marks a sea change from the preceding administration.

By Ryan Golden , Katie Clarey • Jan. 21, 2021

Gender stereotypes undermine sexual harassment investigations, study says

HR leaders must ensure harassment does not go unanswered, experts say.

By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 21, 2021

Western Digital to pay $7.75M to settle claims it paid women less than men

The settlement also calls for the California-based manufacturer to "bolster" its flexible work and leave policies.

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 20, 2021

DOL withdraws opinion letter expanding tip pools

The Trump-era letter was issued prematurely because it was based on rules that have not taken effect, the agency said.

By Lisa Burden • Updated Jan. 27, 2021

No retaliation where termination was 'in motion' before complaint, 11th Cir. says

"When an employer contemplates an adverse employment action before an employee engages in protected activity, temporal proximity ... does not suffice to show causation," the court opined.

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 19, 2021

Employee says New Jersey-based employer retaliated against him for taking leave for coronavirus

The suit is just one of a growing number of cases related to employment decisions in the context of COVID-19.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 19, 2021

McDonald's is navigating 3 new sexual harassment lawsuits

The cases include allegations of sexual assault and quid-pro-quo harassment. The women claim they were ignored, mocked and retaliated against when they complained. 

By Alicia Kelso • Jan. 15, 2021

5th Cir. revives pay bias suit against Omni Hotels

"If there is a good explanation for [the] disparity, Omni is required to put one forth if it wishes to prevail in this litigation," the court said.

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 15, 2021

Biden to call on Congress to extend, strengthen FFCRA

The proposal is one of several policy goals in Biden's plan that aims to provide relief to workers, but it is unclear whether it will gather enough support in Congress.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 15, 2021

Philly firefighter terminated for failed test, not disabilities, 3rd Cir. says

Employers generally are free to take adverse actions as long as they are motivated by legitimate, non-discriminatory reasons, courts say.

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 14, 2021

EEOC to open 2019, 2020 EEO-1 data collection in April

The announcement did not, however, provide an update on the agency's pay data collection efforts.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 14, 2021

2020 saw 1K workplace coronavirus suits; 2021 will see more, says Seyfarth

Terminations were the most common subject of COVID-19 workplace litigation.

By Katie Clarey • Jan. 13, 2021

Account executive sues Alliance Healthcare over alleged pay discrimination

The Equal Pay Act was passed about half a century ago, but EEOC said it continues to see "robust pay disparities."

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 13, 2021

Biden will ask OSHA to reconsider decision to skip emergency coronavirus standards

He will also direct the agency to target the worst violators and increase the number of inspectors.

By Kate Tornone • Jan. 12, 2021

Harley-Davidson dealer settles EEOC sex harassment, retaliation lawsuit

The employee was subject to "constant commentary on her body, including requests to wear more revealing work apparel," the agency alleged in a lawsuit.

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 11, 2021

2021 brings minimum wage hikes in more than 50 states, localities

The changes reflect continued momentum for wage increases at the state and local level, particularly among major U.S. cities.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 11, 2021

California produce company pays $6K to settle claim it denied 5 workers FFCRA leave

The mandate expired at the end of 2020, but employers may still take tax credits for providing such leave.

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 11, 2021

Worker-friendly admin, pandemic likely to drive 2021 compliance trends

Potential developments range from federal paid leave legislation to stricter workplace safety measures.

By Katie Clarey • Jan. 11, 2021

8th Cir.: Aircraft manufacturer laid off worker for lack of seniority, not race

An engineer at Dassault Falcon Jet Corp. alleged his employer denied him a promotion and later laid him off because of his race.

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 8, 2021

Alleged preselection of white, male candidate didn't prove bias, 6th Cir. says

Preselection can be evidence of discrimination but decisions based on qualifications do not create a Title VII problem, the court said.

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 8, 2021

EEOC to update conciliation process as Trump administration enters final days

The final rule comes less than three months after the agency initially proposed it, a timeline that drew backlash from two commissioners.

By Ryan Golden • Updated Jan. 11, 2021

Biden taps former union president for labor secretary

Boston Mayor Marty Walsh will "usher in a new era of worker power," according to the Biden-Harris Transition team.

By Katie Clarey • Jan. 8, 2021

EEOC takes second swing at wellness rules

The proposed rules follow a court ruling that vacated a portion of previous regulations.

By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 8, 2021

Employers may take FFCRA tax credit for leave through March, Labor Department says

The update may also serve as a reminder to employers about DOL's ongoing FFCRA enforcement.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 7, 2021