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JBS Swift to pay $5.5M to settle EEOC suit over religious discrimination
The EEOC alleged that Muslim employees were harassed when they tried to pray during breaks, including bathroom breaks, among other things.
By Lisa Burden • June 25, 2021 -
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Biden signs resolution removing overhaul to EEOC conciliation process
The news follows a yearlong process by which the formerly Republican-led commission sought changes to increase opportunities for voluntary charge resolutions.
By Ryan Golden • Updated July 1, 2021 -
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In-N-Out sued over alleged lack of COVID-19 protections
The plaintiff also alleged the company engaged in retaliation against workers when they complained.
By Lisa Burden , Emilie Shumway • June 24, 2021 -
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What to know about service animals in the workplace
Accommodating people with service animals can sometimes be complicated, but there's usually a way to do so, said an EEOC EXCEL panel on the topic.
By Emilie Shumway • June 23, 2021 -
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Texas hospital's vaccine mandate doesn't create wrongful termination, court says
The decision is perhaps one of the most significant to come down from a federal court as U.S. employers work toward vaccination goals.
By Ryan Golden • June 21, 2021 -
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DOL proposal would resurrect 80/20 rule for tipped workers who perform untipped work
The agency's announcement this week is the latest in a series of changes and delays regarding the tip credit.
By Ryan Golden • June 21, 2021 -
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Navigating FMLA and ADA responsibilities following worker injury
Speakers at EEOC's training conference addressed the intertwining responsibilities employers face when someone gets hurt.
By Katie Clarey • June 21, 2021 -
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EEOC officials outline goals, guidance for combating LGBTQ discrimination
The agency published a webpage and several guidance documents this week, which marked the anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court's Bostock decision.
By Ryan Golden • June 18, 2021 -
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EEOC sues car dealership over racist 'trophy' incident
No remedial action was taken in response to the man's complaints, the EEOC noted.
By Lisa Burden • June 18, 2021 -
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With paternity leave, dads get in on ‘baby boot camp’
When parents learn to care for their baby in the months after the birth together, they share responsibilities more equally later on, sources say.
By Caroline Colvin • June 17, 2021 -
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DOL confirms overtime exemption review is in the works
The item appeared as part of the agency's Semiannual Regulatory Agenda.
By Katie Clarey • Updated July 29, 2021 -
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Soliciting mail ballots is objectionable conduct, NLRB rules
The decision sorts out lingering questions from a 2004 ruling, but it only affects elections in certain cases.
By Emilie Shumway • June 15, 2021 -
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3 compliance issues to revisit in light of hybrid work
Communication, updated policies and documentation are key, said Michael Schmidt, labor and employment attorney with Cozen O'Connor.
By Emilie Shumway • June 14, 2021 -
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One year later, how has Bostock impacted employment law?
The U.S. Supreme Court's decision has already appeared in several cases involving Title VII and sexual orientation or gender identity.
June 14, 2021 -
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OSHA withdraws portions of healthcare worker ETS, says it will work on final standard
Nevertheless, the agency said it "strongly encourages" healthcare employers to continue implementing the ETS' requirements.
By Ryan Golden • Updated Dec. 30, 2021 -
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Papa John's store owners pay $3.25M to settle drivers' vehicle reimbursement suit
It's not the first time a class of delivery drivers has filed suit over wage and hour claims related to reimbursements.
By Ryan Golden • June 10, 2021 -
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Court: McDonald's must face claims of sex harassment, assault
The restaurant argued a worker at a St. Louis franchise failed to establish it jointly employed her, but a judge disagreed.
By Katie Clarey • June 9, 2021 -
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4th Cir.: Sex stereotyping can occur in same-sex workplace
However, the court affirmed the district court's decision to grant summary judgment on the employee's retaliation claim.
By Ryan Golden • June 8, 2021 -
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OpinionCOVID-19 pandemic reveals challenges involving ADA accommodations
Though great strides have been made within the past year to address discrepancies introduced by the coronavirus, there is still much work to be done, write Daria Weedo and Katherine S. Catlos.
By Daria Weedo and Katherine S. Catlos • June 7, 2021 -
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3 coronavirus vaccine policy questions for employers following EEOC's update
One potentially tricky aspect could involve the intersection of the ADA and CDC guidance on mask use for vaccinated individuals, attorneys told HR Dive.
By Ryan Golden • June 3, 2021 -
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Ryder and Kimco settle EEOC lawsuit for $2M
The two companies also agreed to provide major injunctive relief.
By Emilie Shumway • June 3, 2021 -
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Fewer employers considering vaccine mandates, survey reveals
Many said they were encouraging workers to sign up for their shots instead.
By Katie Clarey • June 2, 2021 -
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Coach claims Notre Dame dismissed her for flagging sexism
The plaintiff said the head coach was "openly patronizing" of her plan to take a few weeks off for maternity leave.
By Lisa Burden • June 2, 2021 -
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EEOC greenlights coronavirus vaccine requirements, incentives — with some limits
The long-awaited document may answer some of the questions employers have long had regarding the vaccine, but other areas may be less certain.
By Ryan Golden • Updated May 28, 2021 -
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Feds allot 22K additional H-2B visas, but delays continue
The update comes as U.S. immigration services continue to recover from the effects of the pandemic.
By Ryan Golden • May 27, 2021
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