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EEOC, DOL release enforcement stats
Look out: Two federal agencies have released their latest enforcement data — and boy have they been busy.
Skirts and Bibles: 2 fascinating new religious bias cases
Dress code issues and unwarranted religious expression in the workplace found these two employers in court — and led to two very different outcomes.
New sexual harassment settlements: From apology letters to misdemeanors
Three restaurants or restaurant chains have all recently settled egregious sexual harassment claims — including one class-action suit stemming from 1988 against a popular fast-food establishment.
Criminal background checks back on feds’ radar
Now that you’ve finally got a handle on the EEOC’s recent guidance on criminal background checks, the feds have announced they’re still not done looking into its effects.
EEOC’s new database could be a useful tool for HR
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has made state-by-state workplace bias charge data available online. Here’s why that’s good news for HR pros.
New GINA recordkeeping requirements issued
And the paper trail rolls on for HR and Benefits pros, thanks to a new rule that took effect April 3.
EEOC clarifies position on high school diploma requirement
Remember late last year, when the EEOC indicated that companies which required employees to have a high school diploma could be in violation of the ADA? The resulting uproar has resulted in the agency issuing further guidance on the subject.
The hidden messages in EEOC’s ‘official’ agenda
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has unveiled its strategy for enforcing workplace discrimination laws over the next few years. Here’s what employers need to look out for.
No surprise here: Another banner year for EEOC
Once again this year, retaliation was No. 1 on the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s hit parade.
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