What if a benefits platform is the barrier preventing an employee from accessing benefits? As new tech tools become part of routine workplace processes, HR has to stay alert for compliance risks those technologies may introduce. Case in point: Pearson Education agreed to pay $150,000 to resolve an EEOC dispute alleging disability discrimination tied to […]
A national trucking company has agreed to pay $5.5 million to resolve claims that it refused to hire qualified female drivers across the U.S., according to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The alleged sex discrimination has occurred for at least 10 years, the agency said. Lawsuit Alleges Nationwide Sex Discrimination Central Transport, LLC, is […]
When employees raise disability discrimination concerns, employers face a critical choice: engage properly or face legal consequences. Recent EEOC settlements totaling $110,000 show what can happen when companies get it wrong. Remote Work Accommodation Request Denied In Georgia, an employee worked at Zoe Center for Pediatric & Adolescent Health, LLC, a healthcare provider. The EEOC […]
Nooses. White supremacy symbols. A manager who punished a worker for speaking up. That’s what the EEOC says happened at a crane company — and the fallout cost more than half a million dollars. But headline-grabbing figures and legal findings only tell part of the story. This case shows an ongoing challenge for HR leaders: […]
A federal district court in Texas has struck down portions of the EEOC’s harassment guidance, ruling that the agency overstepped its authority by asserting that Title VII requires employers to accommodate transgender employees’ bathroom access, pronoun usage and dress preferences. The court said the EEOC’s interpretation goes beyond the statute and relevant Supreme Court precedent. […]
When companies fail to enforce harassment policies, the cost isn’t just financial – it’s a hit to reputation, employee trust and legal standing. Walmart just learned this the hard way, agreeing to pay $415,112 to settle a lawsuit brought by the EEOC. For HR leaders, this case is a reminder that weak enforcement of harassment […]
The term “illegal DEI” has been a hot topic in HR since President Trump took office and issued several executive orders that aim to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in both the public and private sectors. As a reminder, here are our complete breakdowns of the two main DEI executive orders: Many critics […]
A contract security solutions provider headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, has agreed to pay $1.6 million to settle an EEOC lawsuit that alleged sex discrimination. The problem, according to the agency, showed up in HR’s internal communications. Here’s what happened – and how you can avoid a similar misstep. EEOC: HR’s Database Shows Hiring Discrimination Beginning […]
President Trump’s executive orders aiming to dismantle DEI initiatives in the public and private sectors have caused widespread debates and confusion. Here’s a quick recap on what’s happening: In other words, there’s a lot of uncertainty surrounding DEI initiatives right now. So what’s the best move? Should HR stay the course or shift away from […]
President Trump made significant changes to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) when he returned to the White House. Here’s what happened – and what it means for HR. New EEOC Leadership As expected, President Trump fired Karla Gilbride, the EEOC’s General Counsel, who was confirmed for a four-year term in 2023. Trump has since […]
