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Learn MoreA 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.…
A federal appeals court struck down a court-ordered religious liberty training for Southwest’s attorneys. Even so, it affirmed a seven-figure jury verdict for a fired employee. The case carries critical lessons for HR teams handling post-litigation compliance. Here’s the latest…
Incorrect documentation of employee behavior can result in litigation, investigations, and allegations of discrimination or wrongful termination. These actions can negatively impact an organization’s reputation, plus lead to costly fines and penalties.In our interactive, instructor-led 90-minute event, you will learn…
What exactly are the FMLA notice requirements employees must meet before taking leave? The answer isn’t simple – and getting it wrong can expose employers to costly legal risks. That’s why HR professionals need to understand a new federal appeals…
Straight, white employees often faced an uphill fight in discrimination cases – until now. The Supreme Court just made clear that majority employees don’t have to meet a higher legal bar than anyone else. It’s a rare unanimous ruling from…
A federal judge in Louisiana ruled that the EEOC overstepped its authority by requiring elective abortion accommodations under the PWFA. This narrows the EEOC’s interpretation, but the law’s core protections still apply. The decision invalidates an EEOC rule that said…
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) isn’t just legal fine print – it’s the backbone of how you classify jobs, track time and pay employees. Slip up, and it’s more than a paperwork problem. In FY 2024 alone, the Department…
When an employee ties misconduct to a disability, HR has to weigh ADA compliance against policy enforcement. One misstep can trigger a lawsuit. A recent Fourth Circuit ruling clarifies that the ADA does not shield dishonesty or policy violations, even…
No one ever wants to receive an EEOC complaint. But a well-documented, fact-based response gives HR the opportunity to protect the organization and demonstrate compliance. At this point, it’s not about the employer’s investigation. EEOC Timelines: What HR Needs to…
AI is changing hiring fast. Workday’s AI hiring discrimination lawsuit sends a clear warning: failing to spot potential algorithmic bias can land employers in serious legal trouble. The Mobley v. Workday case highlights why HR leaders can’t afford to overlook…
What does a textbook case of unlawful retaliation look like? If the allegations in this case are true – as a jury believed to the tune of more than $3 million – then a recent lawsuit out of Tennessee is…
Terminating an employee during FMLA leave is a legal minefield – but sometimes it’s lawful. A ruling from a federal appeals court clarifies when you can move forward – and when it’s likely to blow up in your face. What…
A Coast Guard reservist who is also a federal employee was entitled to differential pay while on active duty, the Supreme Court has ruled. In a 5-4 decision, the nation’s highest court rejected the Justice Department’s argument that a federal…
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities - unless to do so would cause undue hardship. It’s crucial that employers and managers are up to speed on the current laws,…
Pay transparency is gaining even more momentum this summer, and HR leaders are on the front line. With one new law already in effect and another coming soon, the pressure is on to align pay practices, update job postings and…
The rule employers have used to determine if a worker is an employee or independent contractor won't be enforced by federal regulators, for now. In fact, the rule may be rescinded, the Department of Labor (DOL) said recently. The DOL…
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