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Learn MoreEmployers should be aware the federal law that protects veterans and service members has been amended by a new law, making the stakes higher. The Senator Elizabeth Dole 21st Century Veterans Healthcare and Benefits Improvement Act was enacted early in…
On April 23, President Trump signed an executive order instructing federal agencies, including the EEOC, not to rely on disparate impact theory when enforcing federal civil rights laws. In other words, the executive order says that just because a company…
A decision from a federal appeals court in Pennsylvania demonstrates the importance of clarity in FMLA certifications provided by employees. The employer in this case was able to defeat a claim that it illegally retaliated against an employee because he…
When employers mishandle pregnancy leave, the risks go beyond inconvenience – they can lead to legal trouble and financial penalties. A Maryland plant nursery just found that out, agreeing to pay $40,000 to settle an EEOC lawsuit over pregnancy discrimination.…
The cost of violating ADA rules about medical inquiries and exams can get potentially steep. It may include back pay – even if the employee never claimed to have a disability. That may seem counterintuitive, to say the least –…
FMLA compliance can be full of potential missteps, so when the DOL releases updated guidance, it’s a good opportunity to revisit your approach. The latest focus? Medical certifications under the FMLA. Here’s a detail that often gets overlooked: FMLA regulations…
Employers may need to reverify certain employees’ Form I-9 documents due to recent changes from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Specifically, DHS revised the temporary protected status (TPS) that it’d previously designated for two foreign countries. By way of…
In January, Donald Trump's first-day executive orders targeted federal agencies and threatened to trickle down to private employers. The question now is: Are Trump's executive orders really affecting employers? New data from various sources gives us insight to help HR…
A recent ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court makes it easier for employees to revive a dismissed lawsuit in some situations. It’s important for employers to know when the ruling applies – and not to get too comfortable when an…
New Jersey’s highest court has ruled that commissions are always wages under the state’s Wage Payment Law, reviving a sales employee’s chance for a potentially huge payout. The ruling cautions employers to carefully articulate for employees how non-salary compensation will…
Staying compliant with the Family and Medical Leave Act can be challenging, which makes any guidance from the DOL a useful tool to reassess your policies. A recently updated fact sheet zeroes in on a key area: calculating FMLA eligibility.…
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…
A federal judge has denied SkyWest Airlines’ bid for a new trial and upheld an order that the company pay $300,000 in damages to a former parts worker who said she was sexually harassed. The ruling came after the EEOC…
Like good frontline employees, every good supervisor is unique. The best supervisors come with some common traits that make them succeed. Even better, they often have the ability and willingness to learn more and become better. And those are some…
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…
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