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Basketball ref wasn't school employee, 2nd Cir. finds
The ref alleged she was assigned to low-level games because she is female.
By Lisa Burden • Feb. 2, 2021 -
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Kohl's to pay $2.9M to settle assistant managers' overtime suit
Assistant manager roles, in particular, have been the subject of much wage and hour litigation.
By Lisa Burden • Feb. 1, 2021 -
DOL ends wage violation self-reporting program
The announcement may not come as a surprise to longtime agency watchers because of past opposition from worker advocates.
By Ryan Golden • Jan. 29, 2021 -
OSHA updates coronavirus guidance; mandates still on the table
The agency reinforced its support for the use of face coverings in a focus on prevention.
By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 29, 2021 -
5-Hour Energy maker entitled to rely on doctor's assessment, 7th Cir. says
The employee argued that she was ready to return to work following medical leave, but her own doctor disagreed.
By Lisa Burden , Kate Tornone • Jan. 28, 2021 -
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Woman lost her job because of reorganization, not age bias, court rules
Employers should avoid inadvertent age discrimination when carrying out staff reorganizations, sources previously told HR Dive.
By Lisa Burden • Jan. 28, 2021 -
DOJ brings first criminal no-poach charge after warning HR pros of prison time
Even informal agreements between colleagues can land employers and individuals in hot water, the agency has said.
By Kate Tornone • Jan. 27, 2021 -
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Nearly a year into the pandemic, employers brace for coronavirus lawsuits, attorneys say
"There's no vaccine for the new wave of litigation," according to a Dorsey & Whitney LLP attorney.
By Sheryl Estrada • Jan. 27, 2021 -
Employers can require workers follow FMLA call-out procedures, 3rd Cir. says
HR can design and communicate call-out policies but may need to ensure they are clearly spelled out.
By Lisa Burden • Jan. 26, 2021 -
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Former Ulta manager claims pregnancy-based harassment drove her out
The plaintiff said she was harassed after missing work and changing her schedule due to complications related to a miscarriage.
By Aman Kidwai • Jan. 25, 2021 -
Deep Dive
As workforces spread out, compliance risks expand, attorneys say
Potential issues for remote work range from local wage and hour laws and leave ordinances to notice posting requirements.
By Ryan Golden • Jan. 25, 2021 -
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Biden gives OSHA 2 weeks to issue new coronavirus guidance
The president also asked the agency to reconsider its decision to skip emergency temporary standards.
By Kate Tornone • Jan. 22, 2021 -
Despite bank exec's alleged ageist comments, teller's termination wasn't based on age, 6th Cir. says
The employer presented evidence that the teller was fired for insubordination, the court explained.
By Lisa Burden • Jan. 22, 2021 -
Former Dotdash director alleges publisher maintained a 'mansplaining' culture
A male executive allegedly told her "it would be 'impractical'" for her to continue her existing job duties when she was planning to take maternity leave.
By Lisa Burden • Jan. 21, 2021 -
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 -
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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 -
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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 -
Photo illustration by Kendall Davis/Industry Dive; photographs by Gage Skidmore and Getty Images
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
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