Age discrimination isn’t always obvious; it can sometimes be subtle, such as when employees face pressure to retire earlier than planned. Even well-intentioned decisions can essentially result in forced retirement, leaving employers vulnerable to costly lawsuits and fines. This EEOC case is a prime example. Employee Couldn’t Come Back After COVID Allen Theatres, Inc., operates […]
Employers 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 2025. As a result, the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) of 1994 […]
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 policy ends up having a negative effect on a protected class, like age, race or […]
A decision from a federal 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 took FMLA leave in connection with his wife’s IVF treatments. The court ruled that the employer […]
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. For HR leaders, this case highlights how mismanaging pregnancy leave can open the door to […]
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 – but here’s how it could (and did) play out in real life. Employee’s Anger Caused […]
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 actually allow for two types of fitness-for-duty certifications. In addition to the standard version, there’s […]
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 background, a country may be designated for TPS if 1) extraordinary and temporary conditions prevent […]
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 professionals and their companies move forward. Breaking Down Trump’s Executive Orders We broke down the […]
In this compliance-based, 90-minute program, employers will learn the latest requirements for complying with Form I-9 processing, documentation, storage and E-Verify. Plus, guidelines for conducting an effective internal audit to avoid an ICE audit - or worse - an ICE raid.
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 applicant, employee or former employee voluntarily dismisses a lawsuit against them. Job Termination Leads to […]
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 be earned and distributed. New Job, Quick Transition When Rosalyn Musker began working for Suuchi […]
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. In fact, here’s a detail that’s sometimes overlooked: Required overtime hours that an employee doesn’t […]
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 […]
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 filed a lawsuit on behalf of the employee, alleging the company subjected her to a […]
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 of the top traits you want to look for when hiring a supervisor. Find Supervisor […]
