A federal judge has denied SkyWest Airlines’ bid for a new trial and upheld an order that SkyWest pay a former parts clerk $300,000 in damages. The ruling came after the EEOC filed a lawsuit on behalf of the employee,…

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Learn MoreA federal judge has denied SkyWest Airlines’ bid for a new trial and upheld an order that SkyWest pay a former parts clerk $300,000 in damages. The ruling came after the EEOC filed a lawsuit on behalf of the employee,…
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A leaked spreadsheet helped secure a $28 million equal pay settlement. Here’s what happened, according to a press release from Gunn Coble LLP, a civil rights law firm in Los Angeles. Google has agreed to pay $28 million to settle…
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…
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 –…
A federal court in Pennsylvania rejected a white employee’s claim that his employer created a hostile work environment by subjecting him to anti-racism training. The case provides good insight as to how courts analyze claims of hostile work environment based…
Dangerous work and employees with disabilities aren’t always a bad mix. In fact, these employees often can do a stellar job, sometimes with the help of a job accommodation. However, when a disability significantly threatens safe job performance regardless of…
In a final rule, the Department of Homeland Security increased the penalties for violations of federal immigration law. With enforcement of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA) on the rise, it's crucial to ensure compliance so you can steer clear…
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: Andrea Lucas, the EEOC’s newly appointed Acting Chair, declared that one of…
Mastercard, Inc. has agreed to pay $26 million to settle a pay discrimination lawsuit filed by female, Black and Hispanic employees. The complaint alleged Mastercard’s compensation, promotion and assignment practices had an adverse impact on female, Black and Hispanic employees…
The courtroom battle over DEI initiatives rages on. In the latest development in an important ongoing case, a federal appeals court has temporarily blocked a ruling that halted enforcement of key provisions in two anti-DEI executive orders issued by President…
DoorDash has agreed to pay $16.75 million to settle a dispute involving its practices on handling delivery workers’ tips, New York Attorney General Letitia James announced in a press release. Here’s what happened, according to an investigation by the Office…
A joint letter signed by the attorneys general of 16 states clarifies their support for DEI programs, noting the "important role of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility efforts … in creating and maintaining legally compliant and thriving workplaces." Massachusetts AG…
No one likes to do it, but for HR personnel and managers it’s part of the job: Sometimes, and despite their best efforts to make things work, they have to let people go. As stressful as a termination meeting can…
With a new administration introducing significant policy shifts, the need for strong documentation is more critical than ever. Having a paper trail is incredibly important, especially when it comes to protecting the company from future legal trouble. It can be…
A federal court refused to dismiss a lawsuit filed by an employee who was fired after taking FMLA leave to recover from a stroke. The ruling puts a spotlight on two important questions. First, how much contact should employers have…
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